We're delighted that Susan Francis will be talking about her wonderful book REVELATION BEACH at the Newcastle Writers Festival. The book delves into the legacy of the Balibo Five and a decades-old conspiracy surrounding Indonesia's invasion of East Timor. It's a gripping novel and we encourage you to read it. For those of you based in the Newcastle area, we encourage you to get tickets for this special event. @susanfranciswriter 🗓️ Sunday 29 March 2026 ⏰ 4:00-5:00pm 📍University of Newcastle NUspace X301, Level 3, Cnr Hunter & Auckland streets Newcastle NSW 2300 🎟️ tickets via @newcastlewritersfestival #susanfrancis #newcastlewritersfestival #revelationbeach #authorevent #whatsonnewcastle

New here? Let us introduce ourselves. Founded in 2010, Wild Dingo Press is an independent Australian publisher based in Melbourne. We publish fiction and non-fiction that stand their ground — books that explore social, cultural, political and environmental issues, and amplify voices too often overlooked. We’re also proud publishers of the Aussie STEM Stars series for readers aged 9–13. These inspiring biographies celebrate Australia’s scientists, engineers, inventors and researchers — the quiet achievers shaping our future. Each title is written by an award-winning children’s author and brings real Australian STEM leaders to life for the next generation. Because science matters. Stories matter. And who we choose to publish matters. You can order our books from your local bookshop, your preferred online bookseller, or directly from us. Our website link is in our bio. #WildDingoPress #AussieSTEMStars #IndependentPublisher #AustralianBooks #BooksThatMatter

📚❤️ Happy Library Lovers’ Day — 14 February Today is all about celebrating the libraries that expand our horizons, connect community and spark a lifelong love of reading. From the quiet corners where you lose yourself in a great book to the tech, programs and friendly help on offer — libraries are places of curiosity, learning and welcome for everyone. They’re where ideas take root, conversations begin and stories find readers of all ages. Whether your best memory is finding that perfect book, recording family history, or just enjoying a quiet moment with a new author — there’s a lot to love about libraries. Tell us what you love most about your local library — a book, a moment, a person who made a difference. 💛 #LibraryLoversDay #LibrariesTransform #LibraryLove

Backlist Spotlight | The Rugmaker of Mazar-e-Sharif Fifteen years on, this bestselling memoir by Najaf Mazari and Robert Hillman remains as powerful and relevant as ever. From shepherd boy in Afghanistan to asylum seeker in Woomera Detention Centre, and ultimately to small business owner in Melbourne, Najaf’s story is one of resilience, courage and generosity of spirit. It was the first book-length account written by one of the many refugees who arrived in Australia this century — and it continues to move readers. If you haven’t read it yet, now is the time.

If you're in the Newcastle region, make sure you don't miss this event with Toni Jordan, Paula McLean and our very own Susan Francis talking to Maeve Marsden about Writing Fiction from Life. Susan's book about the Balibo Five - Revelation Beach - is out now. See the Newcastle Writers Festival website for details and tickets. @susanfranciswriter @newcastlewritersfestival #revelationbeach #fiction #writingfictionfromlife #newcastlewritersfestival #authorevent

The Manly Writers' Festival is on 19-22 March 2026 and we're delighted to see Susan Francis on the program with Candida Baker. They'll explore how fiction engages with history, memory and recovery. 🗓️ 22 March ⏰ 2.30pm 🎟️ $25.00 🔗 Get your tickets via the Manly Writers' Festival website. Susan's book REVELATION BEACH is out now. #susanfrancis #relevationbeach #fiction #wilddingopress #manlywritersfestival @susanfranciswriter @manlywritersfestival

Revelation Beach | Author Talk with Susan Francis 🗓️ Thursday, 19 February 2026 ⏰ 5:30 PM to 07:00 PM 📍Singleton Library @singletonlibrary 8-10 Queens Street, Singleton, 2330 Join @susanfranciswriter as she discusses her latest novel Revelation Beach, a thriller based around the Balibo Five. This book dares to expose one of Australia’s most shameful cover-ups, where lives were sacrificed for oil, gas and political expediency. At once a literary page-turner and a powerful reckoning, this novel asks the question: How far would you go to uncover the truth? The event is free. Register now. Link in bio. #susanfrancis #revelationbeach #authorevent #singletonlibrary #wilddingopress

Wild Dingo Press was honoured to profile the late Professor Emma Johnston AO in our middle-grade Aussie STEM Stars series. A highly respected marine ecologist and science leader, Emma Johnston made a lasting contribution to research, university leadership and science communication in Australia. Sharing her story with young readers was a privilege, and one small way of recognising her commitment to science and education. As author @deewhiteauthor reflects in our new blog post, Emma was kind, compassionate and dedicated, with a fierce commitment to marine science and advocating for women in STEM. Discover more on our website. Link in bio. #emmajohnston #deewhiteauthor #aussiestemstars #wilddingopress #vale

More than 280,000 people voted in the ABC’s Top 100 books of the 21st Century poll. Melanie Saward from The University of Queensland subsequently wrote an article for @theconversation.aunz titled ‘The ABC’s Top 100 books poll lacks diversity. Here are my 10 First Nations ‘books of the 21st century’. Thank you for including ‘The Cherry Picker’s Daughter: A Childhood Memoir’ by Aunty Kerry Reed-Gilbert on the list 🖤💛❤️ Naturally we encourage you to read the book and look at all the other books she recommends on her list. See our repost for details or go to The Conversation online or on socials for more info. #memoir #indigenousstories #thecherrypickersdaughter #wilddingopress #inthenews #books #mustreads

Join author @susanfranciswriter in Sydney at @gleebooks on Wednesday 15th October, 6:00pm for 6:30pm, for the launch of her new thriller REVELATION BEACH. The book will be launched by Gordon Peake. See Gleebooks website to register. Discover the story behind the pages and don't forget to get your book signed. #whatsonsydney #whatsonglebe #gleebooks #susanfrancis #wilddingopress #booklaunch #authorevents #revelationbeach #thriller #politicalthriller #novel #australianbooks #australiannovels #indonesia #balibofive