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    A brand new writers festival is coming to the West

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    Be a part of Melbourne's cultural calendar with the brand new West Writers Fest. Immerse yourself in poetry readings, walking tours, and inspiring storytelling.
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    Recommended reading from local bookshops – December 2024

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    Reviews of the books DUSK, THE 113th ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN, WHALE FALL, IN MEMORIAM, THE FALLEN WOMAN, and ANY MORE COMPLICATED THAN THAT
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    Are we living in a golden age for self published authors?

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    Amra Pajalic shares her journey in the publishing industry and offers a course for authors to navigate self-publishing.
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    Recommended reading from local bookshops – November 2024

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    Reviews of the books In the Dream House, The Wren, The Wren, All Fours and Bravepaw and the Heartstone of Alluria.
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    Recommended reading from local bookshops – October 2024

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    Reviews of the books In the Dream House, The Wren, The Wren, All Fours and Bravepaw and the Heartstone of Alluria.
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    Love that poetry spark!

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    Immerse yourself in an afternoon of glorious poetry at the Liquid Amber Poetry Festival in Footscray. Join established and emerging poets for a memorable experience.
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    Recommended reading from local bookshops – September 2024

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    Reviews of the books Batthew Aromascent and the Missing Corpse Flower, and Creeper, Long Island Compromise and The Haters.
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    Is my phone reading my mind? 

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    Get insights into AI ethics through an engaging book review. Dr Matt Agnew's book explores the complex world of artificial intelligence in an easy-to-understand manner.

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