Can you recommend some best Australian novels?

Sure. 'The Thorn Birds' by Colleen McCullough is a great one. It tells a complex and passionate love story set against the backdrop of the Australian outback. Another is 'Cloudstreet' by Tim Winton. It weaves together the lives of two families in a Perth suburb in a very engaging way.

One of the best Australian kids novels is 'Possum Magic' by Mem Fox. It's a classic that has been loved for generations. The story of Hush and Grandma Poss and their magical adventures is both heartwarming and engaging for kids. Another great one is 'The Magic Pudding' by Norman Lindsay. It's full of humor and unique Australian characters like Bunyip Bluegum. And 'Snugglepot and Cuddlepie' by May Gibbs also stands out. These little gumnut babies have many adventures in the Australian bush, introducing kids to the unique flora and fauna of Australia.

Sure. 'The Thorn Birds' by Colleen McCullough is a very well - known best - selling Australian novel. It tells a complex and passionate love story set against the Australian outback.

Sure. 'Boy Swallows Universe' by Trent Dalton is a remarkable new Australian novel. It tells the story of a boy growing up in a tough neighborhood, with a mix of humor and heartbreak. 'The Yield' by Tara June Winch is also excellent. It combines elements of Indigenous culture and family heritage in a very engaging way. And 'The Weekend' by Charlotte Wood is a novel that looks at female friendship and aging in a really thought - provoking manner.

One of the best is 'The Dry' by Jane Harper. It's set in a drought - stricken Australian town and follows a detective investigating a murder. The story is gripping as it weaves in the harsh Australian landscape and the complex relationships among the townspeople.

There's also 'The Gilded Cage' by Vic James. It's a YA fantasy novel that deals with themes of class struggle and magic. It's set in a world where the lower classes are magically oppressed by the upper classes. The story follows a young girl who tries to fight against this system and is full of twists and turns.

Sure. 'Maus' by Art Spiegelman is a great one. It's a powerful graphic novel that tells the story of the Holocaust in a unique and poignant way. Another is 'Persepolis' by Marjane Satrapi which is set in Iran but has an Australian connection in terms of its international acclaim and influence on the graphic novel scene in Australia. And 'Blue' by Pat Grant, which is set in Australia and beautifully captures the Australian landscape and the people's relationship with it.

One of the well - known Australian true crime novels is 'Snowtown' which delves into the disturbing Snowtown murders. It's a chilling account that gives readers an in - depth look at the events and the people involved.

One of the well - known best Australian short stories is 'The Drover's Wife' by Henry Lawson. It vividly portrays the life of a woman on the outback, facing hardships alone while her husband is away droving. Another great one could be 'Big World' by Michael Chabon. It delves into themes of youth, discovery, and the search for identity in an Australian context.

Sure. 'The Dry' by Jane Harper is excellent. It's set in a drought - stricken Australian town and has a great mystery about a murder that seems to be related to the town's secrets. Another one is 'Mystery Road' which delves into the Aboriginal community's issues while also presenting a complex crime plot. And 'Crimson Lake' is also a great read, with its engaging characters and a thrilling plot set in the Australian outback.