The June 4 Edition
Welcome to the special Winter Reading Edit. It’s packed with recommendations, perfect for chilly weekend days and early-to-bed bliss. Plus 10 prominent women share the books that changed their lives.
10 prominent women reveal the book that changed their lives
From Kate Ceberano to Dami Im: 10 women on their favourite book, the lessons it imparted and why it holds a special place on their bookshelf.
- by Jane Rocca
The best books to cosy up with this winter
From a stylish thriller to an engrossing family saga, here are the latest page-turners for a literary feast.
- by Georgie Gordon
Why Taylor Swift is a literary giant — by a Shakespeare professor
As a world authority on the Bard – and a long-time fanboy of the American singer, Jonathan Bate compares her (favourably) to the greats of poetry and prose.
- by Jonathan Bate
Stan Grant on his wife: ‘She has brought a great colour and vibrancy to my life’
“Tracey and I come from different cultural backgrounds, but it’s these differences that are the wellspring of love and support.”
- by Robyn Doreian
My daughter’s illness led to a love of writing. Now she’s working on her first TV show
A mystery illness looked certain to put Joan Sauers’ daughter’s life on hold, but it led to a love of books – and, later, writing.
- by Joan Sauers
It took a move to Greece with my 85-year-old mother for us to finally make peace
It’s not always competition or envy or thwarted ambitions in a mother’s complicated relationship with a daughter. It’s much deeper than that.
- by Susan Johnson
When it comes to coats, colour is king this winter
The outerwear trends from Australian Fashion Week to help build your winter wardrobe.
- by Melissa Singer
Opinion
Opinion
‘I loved books as a child. Never did I imagine that I would become a writer’
Though I was a journalist, I saw myself as sharing facts and information, never as a ‘serious’ author.
- by Jessica Rowe
Lose yourself in a novel to boost longevity
You don’t have to live with your nose inside a book to reap the rewards – just a few minutes a day will bring benefits to readers.
- by Evelyn Lewin
Streetwear, luxe and vintage jewellery: Inside a Melbourne author’s wardrobe
“I like to have fun and play around with what I wear,” says Laura McPhee-Browne.
- by Georgie Gordon
Cosmetic tattooing: A guide to permanent make-up
Cosmetic tattooing has come a long way since it began in 1902. Now brow, eyeliner and lip tattoos are gaining popularity.
- by Stephanie Darling
How to create the perfect reading room
Fill your home with cosy creature comforts to complement the pleasure of curling up with a good book.
- by Georgie Gordon
Thank fork it’s Friday: Adam Liaw’s garlic meatball bucatini
Adding the soaked breadcrumbs will make the meat go further and ensure the meatballs are moist.
- by Adam Liaw
Forget banana bread - bake a batch of these simple banana biscuits instead
These moist biscuits are a great way to use leftover or overripe bananas that isn’t just another batch of banana bread.
- by Adam Liaw
Gemini: Surround yourself with those who celebrate your wonderful qualities
Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned Astrologer Hedy Damari.
- by Hedy Damari