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Jamie Oliver's book pulled from shelves over Indigenous Australian subplot

The celebrity chef and author has had his children's book withdrawn from sale after a subplot about the abduction of a First Nations child was deemed "disrespectful" and "damaging".

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Readers response: What’s the best book you’ve read recently, and what did you love about it?

We asked our book-loving readers what novels have grabbed their attention recently. Here's what you said.

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Bindi Irwin to release children's book

The wildlife warrior will publish her debut children's book in the coming year, and it involves her adorable daughter Grace. Read more:

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Doctors at war

In the annals of military history, the valour and sacrifices of doctors who served alongside soldiers in combat zones often go unrecognised. Yet their stories, as retired colonel Robert Likeman poignantly illustrates in his Australian Doctors at War series, reveal a legacy of courage and commitment that is integral to understanding the full scope of wartime heroism.

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How to write creative non-fiction history

Discovering an old photo album from the 1920s, celebrated author and adjunct professor Paul Ashton embarked on a journey to turn historical research into engaging creative non-fiction, blending meticulous evidence with captivating storytelling. Here he shares he insights on the fascinating process.

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"I am lucky to be here": Julie Goodwin opens up on childhood trauma

The MasterChef star has opened up on the abuse she experienced as a child and her recovery journey in her latest memoir. Read more:

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"Crossover of a lifetime": Bindi Irwin's exciting new career move

The wildlife warrior has delighted fans with the announcement of a foray into an exciting new project that is set to delight the whole family.

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Who wrote the Bible?

The Bible remains the most important collection of books in Western civilisation. Regardless of our religious beliefs, it has shaped all of us. But who wrote it? The answer is complicated.

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Surprise choice for Time's 2023 Person of the Year

Beating out a shortlist of world leaders and political heavyweights, the winner of the illustrious magazine's annual top spot represents a clear paradigm shift.

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Readers Respond: What's a book you love that most people have never heard of?

Is your new year's resolution to read more books? We've got you covered, check out some of our reader's faves that you can add to your list.

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Surprise choice for "Word of the Year"

The publishers of the Oxford English Dictionary has announced the top four most used words this year, and the winner is not what you expect.

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New royal book pulled from shelves over huge legal blunder

Thousands of copies of a new book by royalist Omid Scobie have been urgently pulled from shelves and destroyed after they appeared to identify the royal behind the infamous “skin colour” remarks about Harry and Meghanâ€™s son Archie.

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Jamie Oliver's book pulled from shelves over Indigenous Australian subplot

Readers response: What’s the best book you’ve read recently, and what did you love about it?

Bindi Irwin to release children's book

Doctors at war

How to write creative non-fiction history

"I am lucky to be here": Julie Goodwin opens up on childhood trauma

"Crossover of a lifetime": Bindi Irwin's exciting new career move

Who wrote the Bible?

Surprise choice for Time's 2023 Person of the Year

Readers Respond: What's a book you love that most people have never heard of?

Surprise choice for "Word of the Year"

New royal book pulled from shelves over huge legal blunder

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