Can you recommend some Australian farming fiction books?

Australian farming fiction books often feature the vast and diverse Australian landscape. They might describe the unique flora and fauna that are part of the farming environment. For example, the eucalyptus trees and kangaroos that are often seen in the outback where farming takes place.

Sure. 'Looking for Alibrandi' by Melina Marchetta is a great one. It deals with the life of a young Italian - Australian girl, her identity struggles, family issues and growing up in a multicultural society.

One great Australian Aboriginal fiction book is 'That Deadman Dance' by Kim Scott. It beautifully weaves the story of the Noongar people's encounter with the early settlers. It shows their culture, traditions, and how they coped with the changes brought by the new arrivals.

Sure. 'The Thorn Birds' by Colleen McCullough is a very famous Australian rural fiction. It tells a complex and passionate story set against the backdrop of rural Australia.

Well, 'Picnic at Hanging Rock' by Joan Lindsay is quite famous. The mystery surrounding the disappearance of the schoolgirls makes it a very engaging read. And 'True History of the Kelly Gang' by Peter Carey. It gives a different perspective on the infamous Ned Kelly.

I also like 'My Brilliant Career' by Miles Franklin. It's about a young woman's aspirations and her experiences in the outback. It shows the unique challenges and opportunities that the Australian outback presented to women in that era.

Sure. 'The Life to Come' is a great pick. It has well - developed characters and a plot that keeps you hooked. The way it weaves different storylines together is really interesting.

Sure. 'The Magic Pudding' by Norman Lindsay is a great start. It's a fun and easy - to - read children's book that also has elements that adults can enjoy. Another one could be 'Dot and the Kangaroo' by Ethel C. Pedley. It's a simple story that introduces Australian animals and landscapes in a fictional way.

Sure. 'The Dry' by Jane Harper is a great one. It's a gripping crime thriller set in rural Australia. The story unfolds as a detective returns to his hometown to investigate a murder during a drought.

For beginners, 'Astropolis' by Sean Williams could be a good start. The series builds an exciting future world that is easy to picture. It also has characters that are relatable in many ways. Additionally, 'The Sheep Look Up' by John Brunner, while dealing with serious topics like environmental issues, is written in a way that new readers can understand and get immersed in the story.