'For artist and writer Jennifer Higgie, feminist art historian Griselda Pollock revealed the structural exclusion of women artists and their work. By Kate Holden.'
'When Sam Twyford-Moore visited Russell Crowe’s infamous 2018 “garage sale” of personal film memorabilia, he didn’t expect to score a book idea. But it’s where the cultural critic says he found inspiration for Cast Mates: Australian Actors in Hollywood and at Home, a sweeping biography of four local acting legends who each, in their respective careers, mark milestones in our movie-making relationship with the United States.' (Introduction)
'When Ben Roberts-Smith brought his suit against Fairfax Media and journalists Chris Masters and Nick McKenzie, much commentary ensued about the chilling effect of Australian defamation law. But Masters’ new book, Flawed Hero: Truth, lies and war crimes, shows that investigative journalists struggle against far more than just the legal system.' (Introduction)
'Ash Flanders has always pushed against convention. His new play, This Is Living, is no exception. By Robert Reid.'
