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Author Talks: In Person and on our PodcastWe're back with a bang for our first author talk of 2026! Join us for A Night of Crime with Candice Fox and J.P Pomare. Bookings are open now. If crime isn't your thing, this newsletter has book recs for all genres including humorous fiction, suspense, autobiographies and of course a few non-fictions (travel and
cooking!). If you missed our Author Talk with Jane Harper in 2026, we've just uploaded our chat with her about her latest novel ‘Last One Out’ to our Book Matters podcast.
Search 'Connected Libraries' on your favourite podcast platform to listen now. Happy summer reading!
Love at First Page: In Conversation with Olivia Tolich and Bridie BlakeJoin us for storytelling, banter, and romance with two of Australia’s most exciting new voices in contemporary romance fiction. Olivia Tolich, author of Side
Character Energy and Bridie Blake, author of The Boyfriend Clause, share their path to publication and advice for aspiring writers. As the popularity of romance continues to grow, Tolich and Blake will reflect on the value of the genre and its evolving cultural influence. Book sales and book signings will be available after the event.
A Night Of Crime with Candice Fox and J.P PomareStep into a night of storytelling as crime authors Candice Fox and J.P. Pomare take the stage. They will discuss the inspirations behind their novels, the psychology that fuels their characters and the dangers and delights of writing dark, twist‑driven stories. Hear how their approaches differ, where their creative minds unexpectedly align, and what surprises even they never see coming. Candice's new novel Redbelly Crossing and J.P's novel The Gambler will be available to purchase on the night.
Dream Wives
by Claire NovakKatrina, dumped by her husband and suddenly broke, meets her old friend Michelle, who cares for her elderly father and has just been laid off. They decide that people should pay for the domestic and emotional work women have shouldered for centuries, and so their business is born. Dreamwives aren't cleaners or nannies - they create warm and inviting homes by cooking dinner, leaving the bathroom clean, and listening to their client’s unload. Extreme customer service - no sex included. It seems a winning formula, until Michelle falls for a client, and Katrina finds herself at the centre of a very public scandal.
The Casino
by Iain RyanDetective Lana Cohen thought she'd found a slice of peace on the Gold Coast, but her respite is shattered when a severed hand is found on a local beach. As the investigation unfolds, Lana is thrust into an uneasy partnership with an off-the-rails Internal Investigations cop ‘Miami’ Vince Walters, and a mysterious Melbourne private investigator Ewan Hayes. It soon becomes clear the new casino is bustling with shady types, the glitzy shopping centres are rife with shoplifting and the nightlife is full of corruption. The Casino is a thrilling journey into a world where the stakes are deadly, and trust is the ultimate gamble.
Be Patient
by Tilly RoseA warm, darkly comic account of Tilly's desperate search for a diagnosis, against the backdrop of a hilarious, heartfelt and shocking insight into patient life. A 'medical mystery' for over 20 years, Tilly has spent a lifetime navigating GP waiting rooms and hospital wards. She has been given a front row seat watching humanity at its worst. Along the way, she has become highly qualified at two things: being a patient and being very patient. Now, she is shining a bright hospital light onto a space that none of us want to occupy but one we know, with some certainty, that we will.
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Power Moves
by Leesa RonaldCamilla 'Millsy' Hatton is in charge of media for the state's education minister, and every day is a mix of deadlines and damage control. But it's all worth it when there's an election to win. The only thing standing in her way is Archie Cohen. Back when they were at university together, he was a stone-faced jock. Now, he's the nation's favourite political journalist-aka her work nemesis-and it seems he'll stop at nothing to take down Millsy's boss with his damning headlines. When their game of cat-and-mouse heats up, there's more to lose than ever before.
On The Edge
by Kate HoranSixteen years ago, Maddie Marshall's body was found on a beach near her hometown. Maddie was the daughter of a politician. It was the talk of the town but never solved. Nel Foley was the last person to see her alive and the rumour mill was vicious. Nel fled town and never returned. Until now. Nel returns after her father's sudden death, determined to get in and out as quickly as possible. But everything changes when she meets local mum Sophie Warner. Sophie's husband Ryan was Maddie's boyfriend and Nel is certain he played a role in her death and decides to prove what he did all those years
ago.
The 50 Most Ridiculous Ashes Moments by Dan Liebke
and Alex BowdenThe Ashes is one of the oldest and most revered contests in the history of sport. But it is also a contest that contains profound nonsense. The ridiculousness of cricket comes in many shapes and forms, and this book celebrates them all – the ridiculously good and the ridiculously terrible, as well as the plain old ridiculously ridiculous. From Steve Waugh’s one-legged hundred to Stuart Broad picking a fight with a boundary robot, this celebration of the funniest, weirdest and most absurd moments from Ashes cricket is a new, richly amusing exploration of this timeless rivalry.
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As We Wander: Road Trip Australia by Jess and Luke RiddleAfter spending many years travelling around Australia, photographers and content creators Jess and Luke of @_aswewander have gained a wealth of
knowledge about life on the road. They have visited some of Australia's most spectacular locations, travelled by caravan and 4WD and are passionate about inspiring other Aussies to explore their home soil. In As We Wander: Road Trip Australia, Jess and Luke have put together 34 of their favourite Australian road trips ranging from weekenders to
month-long journeys. Featuring their beautiful travel photography, this stunning guide is guaranteed to inspire your own road trip adventure.
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Eat! Mama Knows Best
by Sooshi MangoWe sat down with our mammas and coaxed from them the secrets to all the best dishes from our childhoods. These pages will transport you to mamma's house with recipes that cover all the makings of a family feast, from antipasti to side courses to desserts. After many 'Ma stop guessing!' moments, we wrote it all down so we could bring you the greats. From Carmela's cotoletta to Giuseppina's chicken brodo, Angela's pasta al forno and Carlo's beloved Sicilian doughnuts - it's all here for you to recreate at home. Our mammas have even shared their smash-hit menus, the best shots from all the family
albums, and advice on food and life - mamma knows best, after all. In our families, food isn't just food.
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