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Recent literary and book releases

Overview

Recent literary releases have highlighted a variety of new fiction and non-fiction works, with a notable focus on Australian and international authors.

Initial reports identified thirteen recommended titles, including Meg Mason’s novel ‘Sophie, Standing There’, Ryan Butta’s historical work ‘Blackbirding’, Jaclyn Moriarty’s ‘Time Travel for Beginners’, and Amy Remeikis’s political critique ‘Screw Nice’.

Subsequent updates expanded the scope to include ten featured books, noting the inclusion of Colson Whitehead’s ‘Cool Machine’, which concludes his Harlem Trilogy. The selection continues to feature works by Meg Mason, Jaclyn Moriarty, and Amy Remeikis, alongside various Australian historical texts covering topics such as wartime espionage and naval aviation.

Entities

Amy Remeikis · Meg Mason · Jaclyn Moriarty · Colson Whitehead · Ryan Butta

Timeline

  1. 29 days ago

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    New literary releases feature Meg Mason and Colson Whitehead

    Critics review ten new book releases, including Meg Mason’s ‘Sophie, Standing There’ and the conclusion of Colson Whitehead’s Harlem Trilogy, alongside various Australian historical works.

  2. about 1 month ago

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    13 New Books Recommended for January

    A January roundup spotlights thirteen new books, including works by Meg Mason, Ryan Butta, Jaclyn Moriarty and Amy Remeikis, covering themes from historical blackbirding to time‑travel and political critique.

Sources

brisbanetimes.com.au · smh.com.au · theage.com.au