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Hi Aussie Readers, and welcome to another bumper batch book giveaway! Enter to win one (or more) advance copies of our November books below!

A compelling new novel from the bestselling author of Goodwood and Cedar Valley, Holly Throsby.

On a hot morning in 1991 in the regional town of Clarke, Barney Clarke (no relation) is woken by the unexpected arrival of many policemen: they are going to search his backyard for the body of a missing woman.

Next door, Leonie Wallace and little Joe watch the police cars through their kitchen window. Leonie has been waiting six years for this day. She is certain that her friend Ginny Lawson is buried in that backyard.

But the fate of Ginny Lawson is not the only mystery in Clarke. Barney lives alone in a rented house with a ring on his finger, but where is Barney's wife? Leonie lives with four-year-old Joe, but where is Joe's mother?

Clarke is a story of family and violence, of identity and longing, of unlikely connections and the comedy of everyday life. At its centre stands Leonie Wallace, a travel agent who has never travelled, a warm woman full of love and hope and grief, who would do anything in the world for Joe.

Accustomed to both murder and dalliance, Australia's favourite detective, the inimitable Miss Fisher, returns in a case that will test her courage and judgement to the full in Murder in Williamstown.

When the redoubtable Miss Phryne Fisher receives threatening letters at her home, she enlists her unflappable apprentice Tinker to investigate. But as the harassment of Phryne threatens to spin out of control, her lover Lin Chung is also targeted.

Meanwhile, Dot begins to fear that her fiancé, newly promoted Sergeant Hugh Collins, has gone cold on their wedding. And Phryne's clever daughters Ruth and Jane begin their own investigation into suspiciously dwindling funds when they are sent to help at the Blind Institute.

None of this is quite enough to prevent Phryne from accepting an invitation to a magnificent party at the house of the mysterious Hong. When the party is interrupted by shocking tragedy, Phryne gathers all of her unerring brilliance to track down the miscreants.

With some unlikely assistance, Phryne is in a race against time to save a pair of young lovers from disgrace and death.

A moving novel about storytelling, about truths, and love, from twice Miles Franklin Award winner Alex Miller.

From the bustling streets of China, to the ominous Cell 16 in an old asylum building, to the familiar sounds and sight of galahs flying over a Victorian farm, A Brief Affair is a tender love story.

On the face of it, Dr Frances Egan is a woman who has it all - a loving family and a fine career - until a brief, perfect affair reveals to her an imaginative dimension to her life that is wholly her own.

Fran finds the courage and the inspiration to risk everything and change her direction at the age of forty-two. This newfound understanding of herself is fortified by the discovery of a long-forgotten diary from the asylum and the story it reveals.

Written with humour, sensitivity and the wisdom for which Miller's work is famous, this exquisitely compassionate novel explores the interior life and the dangerous navigation of love in all its forms.

A deeply personal collection filled with reflections on love, death, creativity and healing, from the award-winning author of Bruny and The Museum of Modern Love.

'Funny, devastating, miraculous, and delightful. This is an extraordinary life story, extraordinarily told.' Bri Lee, author of Eggshell Skull

'[Rose] takes us to the edge of a volcanic crater of grief, passion and spirituality. Dazzling and devastating.' Tim Rogers, author of Detours

Born on the island of Tasmania, Heather Rose falls in love with nature, but a family tragedy at age twelve sets her on a course to explore life and all its mysteries.

Here is a wild barefoot girl keen for adventure, a seeker of truth initiated in ancient rituals, a fledgling writer who becomes one of Australia's most acclaimed authors, a fierce mother whose body may falter at any moment.

Nothing Bad Ever Happens Here is a luminous, compelling and utterly surprising memoir by the bestselling author of Stella Prize-winner The Museum of Modern Love and Bruny. Heartbreaking and beautiful, this is a love story brimming with courage and joy against all odds, one that will bring wonder, light and comfort to all who read it.

To enter, head to https://allenandunwin.pgtb.me/LX5SWD and fill in the competition form.

Entries close 27th October 2022 so don't miss out!

Thank you once again A&U!! What a great selection! Outstanding choices 🤗

You are incredibly generous with your giveaways A&U! There are some great titles here.

Thanks again A&U!

Thanks A&U !

Oooh, great, been hanging out for these! Thanks A&U

Thanks again A and U

A great selection A&U and one takes my fancy.

Once again some fabulous books to choose from A&U!

A&U are great

Too hard to choose- thanks A&U

More great books. Fingers crossed.

These look great 👀 thanks A&U!

wow, too hard to choose!!!

Oh my A&U, these are wonderful. Ending on my birthday, too. Exciting and fingers crossed!

Oooo another tempting selection - thanks A&U!

Great selection as always!

My copy of Clarke by Holly Throsby arrived today.

Thank you A&U.

As did my copy of Murder in Williamstown by Kerry Greenwood and I'm really excited to read about what Miss Fisher is up to next!

Thanks A&U.

Angela wrote: "As did my copy of Murder in Williamstown by Kerry Greenwood and I'm really excited to read about what Miss Fisher is up to next!

Thanks A&U."

I finished it last night and really enjoyed it!

So excited to have received all four books from A&U this month! Many thanks A&U, I’m really chuffed 😊
Clarke by Holly Throsby
Murder in Williamstown by Kerry Greenwood
A Brief Affair by Alex Miller
Nothing Bad Ever Happens Here by Heather Rose

I received my books as well. My reading is covered for a while

Jülie ☼♄  wrote: "So excited to have received all four books from A&U this month! Many thanks A&U, I’m really chuffed 😊
Clarke by Holly Throsby
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Same here Julie. Very thankful to A&U for their generosity. Good timing as I was on my last library book

Dale wrote: "Jülie ☼♄  wrote: "So excited to have received all four books from A&U this month! Many thanks A&U, I’m really chuffed 😊
Clarke by Holly Throsby
[book:Murder in Wi..."

They look like a good mix Dale, I hope you enjoy them all…I’ve only read Alex Miller before and loved his writing.

Jülie ☼♄  wrote: "Dale wrote: "Jülie ☼♄  wrote: "So excited to have received all four books from A&U this month! Many thanks A&U, I’m really chuffed 😊
Clarke by Holly Throsby
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Thanks Julie. Same to you with your reading of these books.

Was excited to get all 4 books in the mail - looking forward especially to Holly's new book