There’s a fresh creative buzz blossoming at the Botanic Gardens of Sydney, with expressions of interest now open for the inaugural Writers in Residence Program. For the first time, two Australian writers will be invited behind the scenes of the nation’s oldest scientific institution to soak up its beauty, history
David Hall shares the extraordinary story behind his memoir Superbeast – a raw account of loss, resilience, and life at full throttle. From a life-altering accident at sixteen to global success on the wheelchair tennis circuit, David reflects on how sport gave him purpose, identity, and a way back into
When was the last time you visited a zoo? Well, now imagine you’re visiting the last zoo on Earth and you have the premise for Emma Sloley’s new book, The Island of Last Things. In this episode, Emma shares the inspiration, research and publishing experience for this book and some
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