The Dictionary People is a joyful read, but behind the book was a lot of hard work. We caught up with the author to learn about how she approached such a massive project.
Take this fun quiz to figure out which fantasy book you should reach for next.
Chelsea Goodwin, the creator behind the $10 Meals Australia Facebook group, has released a cookbook full of incredible budget eats. See what readers are saying!
Penguin Random House has won Publisher of the Year at the 2024 Australian Book Industry Awards. Congrats and thank you to the authors, agents, booksellers, suppliers, employees and readers who made it possible.
We caught up with James Bradley to learn about his research process, approach to non-fiction and the unique structure that guides readers through a journey into our oceans.
Learn about two exciting Penguin Random House author showcases this August!
Read by example this Mother’s Day with these book duos, perfect for mums and their children.
Want to read Marian Keyes’s books but aren’t sure where to start? Check out this run-down on the bestselling author and her many wonderful works.
These are the Penguin Random House books that over 80,000 book clubs voted as the best group reads this month.
Morris Gleitzman shares his top tips for writers ahead of his new book, Tweet.
Go behind the scenes at Adelaide Writers' Week with publisher Meredith Curnow.
Learn about the Inheritance Games series, how the books relate to each other and the correct order in which to read them.
Meet the tea ladies from Amanda Hampson’s Tea Ladies series.
The Little Clothes is a clever and affectionate novel from Deborah Callaghan. We caught up with the author to hear about her writing routine, the publishing process and more.
Generate a husband in honour of Holly Gramazio’s debut novel, The Husbands.
A stunning, thought-provoking debut to read with your book club.
Find out why Georgia Harper’s writing routine ruined her mum’s idyllic vision of a writerly life. Plus, learn about her love for Anne Rice and her unlucky skill for attracting strangers’ stories.
Sarah-Jane Collins shares how her background as a reporter inspired her to write her debut novel, Radiant Heat.
Plus, find out why he taught himself to memorise an entire deck of cards while researching for the novel.
Plus, learn about which fictional character he’d like to dine with and the musician he always turns to when singing karaoke.
She took up a few new hobbies, including horseback riding, sewing and Georgian dance.
Plus, the cosy fictional world she’d most like to live in.
We caught up with debut author Ela Lee to learn about how she made time for writing while working full-time, her ‘big break’ into publishing and more.
Plus find out why he’d choose to live in Middle Earth and main difference between him and Hugh Jackman.
The debut author also shares the fictional character she’d most like to meet and why she loved Lemony Snicket’s writing as a child.
The Fresh Voices of 2023 look back on what they found most surprising when publishing their debut novels.
The Fresh Voices of 2023 share their advice with fellow writers. Whether you’re aspiring to get your book published or looking for writing tips, these words of wisdom will help.
An author and editor share the unique publication story of Amy Doak's debut novel, Eleanor Jones is Not a Murderer.
A deeply moving novel to read with your book club.
We caught up with Jessica Yu to learn more about her writing routine and the shortlist award that helped launch her career.
Debut author Jessica Seaborn shares a few things that helped her get her debut novel, Perfect-ish, published.
Plus, find out what inspired Claire's first novel and how her previous work experience helped her write The Secrets of the Huon Wren.
We chatted with sydney khoo about writing routines, fanfic, and how the Write It fellowship lead to their first book deal and debut novel, The Spider and Her Demons.
The 2022 Penguin Literary Prize winner shares her unique method of writing On a Bright Hillside in Paradise.
‘I did any job that enabled me to be paid to write.’
Find out how she was inspired by her experience as a makeup artist and woman living in modern Trinidad.
An exploration of mental health and family to read with your book club.
I'm not trying to boast, but if there's one thing out of the 88 recipes in this cookbook that I know you need to try, it's this dish.
Inspired by the Mexican dish papas con chorizo, this easy recipe sees new potatoes quickly pan-fried in spicy nduja for a colourful, flavour-packed side or main course.
Brushed with a punchy Mexican dried chilli, lemon and garlic butter, this spatchcocked roast chicken is an impressive centrepiece for summer dinner parties.
In this simple vegetarian taco recipe, cauliflower is roasted in a fresh and vibrant jalapeño and coriander adobo verde and a drizzle of tahini, before being served in corn tortillas and topped with a spoon cooling crème fraîche.
If you were to ask my dad which of all the dishes my mom makes is his favorite, he would say Taiwanese chow mein.
Enjoy everything you love about slow-cooked barbecue in under 1 hour.
This recipe is the ultimate dessert and is guaranteed to warm you right up.
These punchy little lemon cakes remain one of my favourite memories from Season One of MasterChef. They won me a mystery box challenge and became one of my most-requested recipes.
A scrumptious eggplant with a marinade packed full of flavour.
A delicious chicken with a tasty traditional North African marinade.
As seen on This Morning, this flavour-packed air-fryer chicken fried rice from Bored of Lunch is a healthy alternative to a classic takeaway dish. Best of all, it will be on the table in just 30 minutes so it's ideal for busy weeknights.
This ultra-speedy lunchtime dish packs crispy air fried pittas with a fresh sweet chilli mayo prawn cocktail.
Meatballs, cooked in a rich marinara sauce, are topped with melted cheese and piled into crusty rolls in this easy air fryer recipe from Bored of Lunch.
Finished with whipped cream and plenty of lemon zest this easy no-bake cheesecake is one to whip up on warm summer days.
Fans of cinnamon rolls will love this easy mug cake from Fitwaffle, made in the microwave this simple sweet treat is ready in minutes.
These moreish chocolate brownies have a hidden layer of Oreo cookies in every bite, adding an unexpected but very welcome crunch.
Learn more about the children’s authors who were part of the 2024 Sydney Writers' Festival and check out their books.
Detective Beans and the Case of the Missing Hat colouring activity.
Introduce students to a new form of narration with this activity inspired by Ceridwen Dovey’s new book, Only The Astronauts.
Wackadoo! Unwind with this great colouring-in activity, just in time for Mother’s Day!
Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar on his adventures with these fun activities.
Print and customise this Ranger’s Apprentice holiday card to share with your loved ones this year.
Celebrate Grandparents' Day with this free, printable card featuring Spot the dog.
Get in to the Christmas spirit with the Alice-Miranda activity!
Bluey and Bingo share their guide for making Dad laugh this Father's Day.
In need of some book week costume ideas? Look no further, these book week costumes are super simple and kid approved.
How to make your own Ranger's Apprentice Cloak for book week and beyond!
Dream differently with this beautiful activity pack!
