The Latest Breaking News from Omar Musa

Miles Franklin winner Omar Musa eschews caution and pushes limits

The Queanbeyan author's brave voice has won hearts and praise.

The Canberra Times · Aug 13

Since when was reading a niche activity?

Our attention spans are under attack.

The Canberra Times · Aug 9

This Queanbeyan author just bagged Australia's most prestigious literary award

Miles-Franklin winning author Omar Musa 'blown away' by win.

The Canberra Times · Aug 6

Indigenous poet claims richest state book prize

A poet's latest work has been lauded for its emotional intelligence, while Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah has won an award by popular vote.

AAP · Feb 25

Evelyn Araluen wins $125,000 for ‘politically uncompromising’ poetry at Victorian premier’s literary awards

Poet’s second collection The Rot won the Victorian prize for literature and the Indigenous writing category

The Guardian - AU · Feb 25

The epic novel runs amok in Omar Musa’s Fierceland

Omar Musa’s new book, Fierceland, ranges across five distinct geographies and covers a period of some 170 years. It is told from at least ten perspectives and encompasses prose, poetry and visual art. It is, in every way, an epic endeavour.

The Conversation · Jan 11

The 25 best Australian books of 2025

Just in time for last-minute gifts: Guardian Australia critics and staff pick out the best books of the year, featuring Helen Garner, Dominic Amerena, Evelyn Araluen and more

The Guardian - AU · Dec 19, 2025

Chinese funeral traditions, Australian migration and India’s future: OzAsia 2025 traverses the globe

OzAsia 2025 once again affirmed its status as Australia’s leading multi-arts celebration of unique creativity. Despite South Australia’s comparatively small Asian population, OzAsia has grown into a significant platform that integrates music, literature, dance, comedy and visual arts.

The Conversation · Nov 12, 2025

Fierceland by Omar Musa review – poet and rapper’s second novel pulses with life

Following two siblings who must grapple with their father’s legacy after his death, Fierceland is at its best when Musa plays with language

The Guardian - AU · Sep 18, 2025

Kathleen Folbigg’s memoir, an ode to condiments and ‘a work of art’: the best Australian books out in September

Each month Guardian Australia editors and critics pick the upcoming titles they have devoured – or can’t wait to get their hands on

The Guardian - AU · Sep 4, 2025