Tag: reading list
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Like Kafka by way of Almodóvar: 10 Debut Novels to Look Out for in 2026
Introduction: a year of bold firsts 2026 promises a striking crop of debut novels that push genre boundaries and emotional registers alike. Think the surreal strain of Kafka filtered through the vibrant, electric sensibility of Pedro Almodóvar, with characters navigating intimate rebellions, fractured families, and cities that feel almost characters themselves. Here are ten debuts…
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Best Books to Read in November 2025 (Including John Irving’s Latest)
November 2025: A Month of Rich Reading Ambitions As the calendar turns to late autumn, readers crave novels and memoirs that echo the season’s mood: reflective, immersive, and deeply human. This November offers a varied slate—from a sentient gale to intimate memoirs and historical fiction that reimagines Maine and long-ago uprisings. Top picks include John…
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Australia’s Favourite Books of the 21st Century: Authors Share Their Picks
As the 21st century unfolds, a chorus of Australia’s literary voices highlights the books that shaped their reading lives. From global bestsellers to keenly observed non-fiction, Australian writers are weighing in on the titles they believe have left the deepest imprint on readers’ hearts. ABC Radio National is counting down the nation’s ten favourite books…
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Australia’s Favourite Authors Share Their Top 21st-Century Reads
Australia’s favourite authors weigh in with their 21st-century picks The first 25 years of this century have seen millions of books published worldwide. To inspire voters for ABC Radio National’s 21st‑century favourites, a panel of beloved Australian writers shares the titles that moved them most. From sweeping novels to groundbreaking non-fiction, these picks illuminate the…