Australian authors

Thousands of storytellers are trapped in a system that measures worth only in corporate profits. The result? A creative sector that exploits the people who deliver billions to the economy.

Acclaimed Australian writer John Marsden died yesterday, aged 74. The author of the beloved Tomorrow series wrote and edited over 40 books.

Charlotte Wood has become the first Australian female writer to be shortlisted for the Booker Prize since 2006.

Alexis Wright has won the Stella Prize for her novel Praiseworthy, becoming the first person to win the prestigious literary prize twice.

Sad Bad Girl novels combine the haplessness of Bridget Jones with the despair of Sally Rooney. Liz Evans assesses a ‘buzzy’ debut within the genre.

Nicole Haddow penned everything she learned about using your money for good in The Ethical Investor, a practical guide.