When we speak of Australia, what exactly do we mean?

Are we speaking of the pulse of city life, or do we mean the fellowship of rural life? The forgotten places of the familiar home? How do we give a voice to all this country has to say?

Throughout our history, the story of Australia too-often pushed certain voices to the margins; they have been spoken over, or silenced altogether.

But more recently, we see some of the most powerful and insightful literature of this sunburned country is coming from backgrounds that were once excluded.

Is there one Australia? Are there many?

These incredible authors show us a country and characters that defy easy answers.