February brings diverse new book releases featuring memoirs and novels

smh.com.au February 3, 2025, 09:00 PM UTC

February brings a variety of new books, including memoirs, novels, and hybrid collections. Notable titles include Geraldine Brooks' "Memorial Days," which reflects on her husband's death, and Roisin O'Donnell's debut novel "Nesting," about a woman's escape from an abusive marriage. Sukhjit Kaur Khalsa's "Fully Sikh" explores the life of a Sikh woman in Australia through prose and poetry. Other highlights include Anne Tyler's "Three Days in June," focusing on a woman's life changes, and Han Kang's "We Do Not Part," which delves into historical trauma. Additionally, "Outrageous Fortunes" by Megan Brown and Lucy Sussex examines the life of Australia's first crime fiction writer, Mary Fortune. These new releases showcase diverse voices and stories, enriching the literary landscape this month.


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