I have posted on World Poetry Day, which occurs in March, several times in recent years. And I have written about Australian poetry various times, including about the Red Room Company (or, Red Room Poetry). Their vision is very simple: "to make poetry in meaningful ways". They have initiated and supported various projects over the … Continue reading Monday musings on Australian literature: Poetry Month 2021
Month: August 2021
Six degrees of separation, FROM Postcards from the edge TO …
I love August. It's still winter but we can see the light at the end of the tunnel, and when I say "light" I mean it literally as suddenly, it seems, we start to see the lengthening days. We also know that the first spring blossoms are about to give us joy. These are pluses … Continue reading Six degrees of separation, FROM Postcards from the edge TO …
Queensland Literary Awards 2021 shortlist announced
I haven't reported often on these awards, but they are an example of the literary world's faith in the value of awards, as any of you who remember their history will know. They are an interesting set of awards because they combine specific state awards and awards for which all Australian writers are eligible. And … Continue reading Queensland Literary Awards 2021 shortlist announced
Monday musings on Australian literature: Miles Franklin Award, the fourth decade (1988-1997)
Miles Franklin, c. 1940s (Presume Public Domain, via Wikipedia) This is my fourth post in a little sub-series looking at the Miles Franklin Award by decade. As with the first three, written back in 2016, I don't plan to list all the decade's winners, as you can find them on the Award's official site. Instead, I'll share some interesting snippets, inspired … Continue reading Monday musings on Australian literature: Miles Franklin Award, the fourth decade (1988-1997)
Whispering Gums 