A February feast, from Text

Independent publishing since 1994

Like many people, Kate Grenville suffers debilitating headaches when exposed to perfume. This is a clear-eyed study about the little-known science of scent and the power of the fragrance industry, from one of Australia’s greatest writers.

How far would you go to protect your family? When Randolph’s friendly neighbour turns into a nightmarish stalker, he must battle his urge towards violence. ‘Shifts our moral codes… A great achievement.’ Herman Koch

A dark literary crime novel in the tradition of Peter Temple, set in Sydney’s glittering underworld. This is the story of a dead judge, corrupt police and a different kind of justice, written in original, hardhitting and gritty prose.

South Australia has shaped its destiny with great vision and optimism. GR55 explores its economic, social, environmental and cultural challenges, and possibilities for the future. Contributors include Anna Goldsworthy, Nicholas Jose, Eva Hornung.

A companion piece to Fergus Hume’s The Mystery of a Hansom Cab, Madame Midas is a tightly plotted murder mystery about a female mining magnate that gives insight into the heady days of the gold rush. Introduced by Clare Wright.