'Amy, Jin and Lucie are leading isolated lives in their partially renovated, inner city home. They are not happy, but they are also terrified of change. When they buy a pet rabbit for Lucie, and then Amy’s mother, Pauline, comes to stay, the family is forced to confront long-buried secrets. Will opening their hearts to the rabbit help them to heal or only invite further tragedy?
'The Burrow tells an unforgettable story about grief and hope. With her characteristic compassion and eye for detail, Melanie Cheng reveals the lives of others—even of a small rabbit.' (Publication summary)
'Show Your Working is a regular column exploring how writers get things done. In this instalment, we peek into the writing routine of award-winning author Melanie Cheng. Her latest novel, The Burrow, is out now. '
Melanie Cheng, Superstitious Doctor
Michael Williams
(interviewer),
2024
28898307
2024
single work
podcast
interview
'Melanie Cheng began her writing career as an author of short stories. Her first collection, Australia Day, was published in 2017 to much acclaim. Her second novel, The Burrow, follows a Melbourne family forced to confront the tragedy of their shared past. This week, Michael sits down for a conversation with Melanie about family, connection, and the power of narrative medicine.' (Production summary)
Melanie Cheng, Superstitious Doctor
Michael Williams
(interviewer),
2024
28898307
2024
single work
podcast
interview
'Melanie Cheng began her writing career as an author of short stories. Her first collection, Australia Day, was published in 2017 to much acclaim. Her second novel, The Burrow, follows a Melbourne family forced to confront the tragedy of their shared past. This week, Michael sits down for a conversation with Melanie about family, connection, and the power of narrative medicine.' (Production summary)
'Show Your Working is a regular column exploring how writers get things done. In this instalment, we peek into the writing routine of award-winning author Melanie Cheng. Her latest novel, The Burrow, is out now. '
