Prize-winning and highly commended stories from the Brotherhood of St Laurence Hope Prize.

From Australia's favourite storyteller, a breathtaking Tasmanian tale of ancient forests; of art and science; of love and, above all, of friendship.      

Matryoshka is a haunting and beautifully written story about the power of maternal love, and the danger of secrets passed down through generations.  

A charming and uplifting novel about love, belonging and facing mortality, from one of Australia's most loved and acclaimed comedians.

A spine-chilling mystery and contemporary love story, Beneath the Mother Tree plays out in a unique and wild Australian setting, interweaving Indigenous history and Irish mythology.

The thrilling new novel, inspired by Jim Jones's Peoples Temple, from the author of The Love of a Bad Man.

A powerful and evocative literary thriller from a stunning new Australian voice, for fans of Donna Tartt and Alice Sebold.

Tuscany as you have never seen it before . . .

With sea-salt authenticity, Belinda Castles sets the Bright family in the sprawling paradise of Bilgola Beach. But darkness is found both in the iconic setting as well as in the disturbing behaviour of one of the family.

A devastating flood on the Hawkesbury almost wipes out the young colony, bringing to the surface many secrets and desires in this masterpiece of historical fiction

For years Nick Harris has been drifting, until the day he finds himself surrounded by red dirt and razor wire, staring at brownskinned men inside a detention centre. He's no crusader, no bleeding-heart. It's just a job.

A satisfying and romantic read about love, friendship and political engagement - and what Jane Austen might be able to teach a young woman looking for love in the 21st century.

From the creator of ‘Offspring' and author of Useful, a gripping, wry and tender novel about how holding on too tightly can cost us what we love.

'Radiant, accomplished and exquisitely written, this is an outstanding collection.' Ryan O'Neill

The Shepherd's Hut is an exquisite, brutal coming of age novel. It tells the story of Jaxie, a boy on the run from his past, and explores the way love and hate combine to form a young man's beliefs.

A tender, thoughtful story about a woman's journey back to her home town - and the painful moment that changed her life forever.