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Stella Judges

Michelle de Kretser has won the 2025 Stella Prize for Theory & Practice.

Set in 1986 St Kilda, Theory & Practice blends fiction, essay and memoir in an exhilarating novel about desire, jealousy, truth, and what happens when life smashes through the boundaries of art.

We're pleased to have copies of Theory & Practice available to buy online and in our shops at the special price of $26.99 (~~was $32.99~~). This special price is available until 11.59pm on 31 May, but only while stocks last.

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Literary events for your calendar

4 June at 6pm
Church of All Nations (Palmerston St Carlton)

Celebrate the launch of Chloe Elisabeth Wilson's darkly funny debut novel, Rytual.

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5 June at 6.15pm
Cinema Nova (Lygon St, Carlton)

Jacinta Parsons in conversation about women, ageing, and her latest book, A Wisdom of Age.

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10 June at 6pm
Readings Carlton

A deep dive into the history and significance of thirteen wordless gestures with Damon Young.

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10 June at 6.15pm
Cinema Nova (Lygon St, Carlton)

Historians Linda Jaivin and Sheila Fitzpatrick in conversation about revolutions.

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Carlton, VIC 3053

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