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A Rising of the Lights by Steve Toltz
From the Booker-shortlisted author, Steve Toltz, an audacious comic lament for a world that no longer knows itself.
‘Brilliant, hilarious, eccentric and beautiful.' Tim Minchin
Prize Winners
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Elizabeth Harrower by Susan Wyndham
In this definitive biography, renowned journalist and writer Susan Wyndham grapples with the elusive Harrower. She immerses us in the author’s tumultuous family, her complex friendships with Patrick White, Christina Stead, Kylie Tennant and Shirley Hazzard, and her timeless probing of the human spirit in five remarkable novels.
Elizabeth Harrower
Penguin Modern Australian Classics
10 Newly Published Literary Titles
Welcome to The Nile's Australian Literature page, your definitive source for the finest literary works from our own backyard. Our collection is a vibrant showcase of Australia's unique and diverse narrative voice, featuring everything from contemporary bestsellers to timeless classics that have shaped our nation's literary landscape.
Explore works by some of Australia's most celebrated authors, including Miles Franklin, Patrick White, and contemporary stars like Tara June Winch and Michelle de Kretser. Our curated selection includes recipients of prestigious literary awards such as the Miles Franklin Award and the Stella Prize, ensuring you have access to the highest calibre of Australian writing. Whether you're seeking insightful narratives from Indigenous authors, a classic novel to study, or the latest compelling fiction from an emerging voice, our page offers a comprehensive journey through the heart of Australian storytelling. We're proud to bring these powerful and distinctly Australian voices to readers across the country, making it easier than ever to connect with the books that tell our story.








