Live like a local – explore like a tourist
Ever since we were born, I think, my siblings and I have received a book for every occasion: birthdays, Easter, and Christmas. The written (and printed) word is one of the most important things in my life, and bookstores (and comic book stores) are my happy place. If you’re looking for new releases, new copies... Continue Reading →
It's that time of the year! Food, decorations, gifts - I am confident that you'll be able to find a wonderful, locally made version of whatever you need. And if it's a bit more expensive, you know that money is going back into your local economy, and not into the bank accounts of billionaires or... Continue Reading →
(L to R) Bianca Millroy, Matthew Wengert, and Anne Richards at the launch of the Brisbane Bookshops anthology. Please provide a brief introduction to who you are and what you do, in a broad sense and also in relation to Brisbane Bookshops. Matthew Wengert: I mostly think of myself as an historical researcher, with a... Continue Reading →
How would you describe who you are and what you do, in a broad sense and in relation to this anthology? I am a wearer of a few creative hats: an emerging writer and freelance editor, a PhD student, a lover of books and all things literary, an occasional host for book launches and events,... Continue Reading →
If you’re looking for new releases, new copies of old favourites, magazines…Brisbane has an awesome range of independent stockists and sellers who are really knowledgeable and can provide great recommendations if you’re looking for your next read, or the perfect gift. Pulp Fiction Booksellers Shop 4, Level 1, Blocksidge & Ferguson Arcade, Brisbane City Purveyors... Continue Reading →
As much as we are all trying to stay abreast of what is happening in the world at the moment, it's eve more important to stay connected to the people and things we love, and that make us feel good. Lots of local people and organisations have wonderful online initiatives going (many of them free).... Continue Reading →
Imagery supplied by Avid Reader PLEASE NOTE: This event has been cancelled due to the current health concerns and advice provided by QLD Health around non-essential travel. At this stage, the only in-store events being cancelled are specific to authors travelling interstate. All other events will go ahead as planned unless Avid Reader notify otherwise. Visit... Continue Reading →
Imagery supplied by Avid Reader Wednesday 18 March 6pm arrival for a 6.30pm start Avid Reader Bookshop Krissy Kneen is in-conversation with Liam Pieper at the launch of his latest novel, Sweetness and Light; an intoxicating, unsettling story of the battle between light and dark, love and lust, morality and corruption. India, monsoon season.... Continue Reading →
Brisbane Writers Festival 2018 will be held from 6 – 9 September, with a line-up of over 150 internationally renowned writers, thinkers, and opinion makers considering this year’s theme: what does the world need now? With the Festival fast approaching, Backstreet Brisbane has a day pass to give away to one lucky reader --... Continue Reading →
Earlier this week, Shireen Morris launched her book Radical Heart, which event host Scott Stephens called "an astonishing piece of political and legal theoretical writing", in conversation with Richie Ahmat at Avid Reader in Brisbane's West End. Shireen spoke with passion and eloquence about the key issue that her book tackles – the fight... Continue Reading →
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