Christos Tsiolkas has won the $60,000 Melbourne prize for literature

The Melbourne based writer Christos Tsiolkas has won one of Australia’s most prestigious literary awards in recognition of his work that spans more than a quarter of a century. The $60,000 Melbourne prize for literature was announced earlier today and was awarded to Tsiolkas for his “outstanding contribution to Australian literature and to cultural and intellectual life”, according to the prize’s judges. Throughout his career Tsiolkas has written a … Continue reading Christos Tsiolkas has won the $60,000 Melbourne prize for literature

The Harry Potter publisher Bloomsbury has reported record profits despite supply chain issues

Bloomsbury, the book publisher of the Harry Potter franchise, has announced record sales and profits thanks to the popularity of new titles such as Tom Kerridge’s latest cookbook, this despite the ongoing supply chain issues affecting the UK. The company said that the increase in reading during the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic led people to “rediscover the joy of reading,” with fantasy, escapism, and cookery genres … Continue reading The Harry Potter publisher Bloomsbury has reported record profits despite supply chain issues

New comedy ‘The Green Room’ will explore the obstacles facing black writers

The lack of diversity in the publishing industry is set to be the focus of a new comedic play by award-winning writers Yvette Edwards and Irenosen Okjie. The writers say they want this play to be a “subtle and pertinent” reminder of the obstacles facing black writers. The play is entitled The Green Room and will be directed by Roy Alexander Weise who said he … Continue reading New comedy ‘The Green Room’ will explore the obstacles facing black writers