Sydney artist Lindsay Marshall explains why she has drawn several hundred pictures of rays.

Hot Milk by Deborah Levy has been shortlisted for the Booker Prize. It's story about a woman, Sofia, in her mid twenties who's trying to free herself from her hypochondriac mother.

A breathtaking collection of short stories has been translated from various Indonesian languages into English, revealing not just great writing, but a deep insight into modern life in our northern neighbour.

Ochre Contemporary Dance Company's latest work, Kaya, combines traditional Noongar dance with Indian, Maori, contemporary and classical styles.

From Peter Pan to Storm Boy - Robert Ingpen's illustrations have helped define the way we view the worlds of our childhood.

Tim Winton's latest book, The Boy Behind the Curtain, is a collection of true stories, about his life and the things that matter to him - his family, the ocean, human kindness and books.

Photographer Robyn Stacey's other-worldly images take us into the studios of some of Australia's iconic artists.

A tale of murder and revenge, His Bloody Project is the surprise package on the Man Booker shortlist.

WA artist Andy Quilty uses ballpoint pen, dripping enamel and even tyre tracks to create his art, which explores themes of suburbia and masculinity.

James Lee and Michael Munson delve into the ABC Sound Library's collection of tracks inspired by the zodiac.