Emily St John Mandel’s new novel presents divergent visions of our world and future – particularly of the US as a state at a crossroads.
- Senior Lecturer in Creative Practice and Public Humanities, The University of Melbourne
Hollywood has a habit of rendering complex literary heroes into one-dimensional figures. Nolan’s The Odyssey dodges this trap.
Steve Toltz was shortlisted for the Booker for his rollicking debut. His new novel, A Rising of the Lights, suggests true solace lies in human connection.
A publishing giant believes AI can help break writers’ block. We asked 5 creative writing experts if they’d use it that way – and the range of results surprised us.
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