Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit by Jeanette Winterson
A playful and provocative modern classic, Jeanette's pioneering piece of autofiction marks its 40th anniversary this year.
Explore the program
With sleep-ins and lazy afternoons incoming, make a dent in your StoryGraph or Goodreads goals this long weekend with a round-up of our favourite petite reads.
Let the Light Pour In by Lemn Sissay
Missing the summer sun? This bite-sized poetry collection is the culmination of Lemn's decade-long practice of penning a poem every day.
Orbital by Samantha Harvey
Clocking in at 136 pages, Samantha's 2024 Booker Prize–winning novel is full of profound and lingering observations from outer space.
Eclipse by Kirli Saunders
Complete with gorgeous illustrations, this experimental poetry collection is a dedication to Country, community and the cosmos.
The Burrow by Melanie Cheng
Shortlisted for the 2025 Stella Prize, this quietly hopeful story follows a family navigating unimaginable grief and the arrival of a pet rabbit.
Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata
A firm favourite amongst lovers of translated fiction, Sayaka's oddball narrative follows a shop assistant in Tokyo.