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Lubly

an Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Romance Anthology
By Ambelin Kwaymullina
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What if Australia's best Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander writers turned their imaginations to romance? What if love is closer than we think? Werewolves, merpeople, weddings, missions, reality dating shows, enemies, best friends, queer romance, spicy, sweet, historical, futuristic, magical and unmistakably real, Lubly is a... Read More
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What if Australia's best Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander writers turned their imaginations to romance? What if love is closer than we think?

Werewolves, merpeople, weddings, missions, reality dating shows, enemies, best friends, queer romance, spicy, sweet, historical, futuristic, magical and unmistakably real, Lubly is a groundbreaking collection and will change everything you know about First Nations writing.

Lubly; an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Romance Anthology showcases original stories across multiple romance subgenres from some of Australia's most established First Nations writers and talented debut authors. These writers share stories in an Australian-first anthology of romance writing, that are drawn from families, communities, imagination and hearts to explore all the ways that love can look.

Lubly is the perfect title for romance readers looking for fresh voices, original storytelling and unique perspectives. Lubly showcases romance as universal, diverse and deeply human.

Book Details

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ISBN: 9781925360332

Publisher: Magabala Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 February 2027

Country: Australia

Imprint: Magabala Books

Audience: General / adult

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Weight: 300g

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About the Author

Dr Melanie Saward is a proud Bigambul and Wakka Wakka woman, author, editor, and academic. She's the author of Burn and Love Unleashed, and co-author of A Good Kind of Trouble and Making Trouble with Brooke Blurton. She lectures at the University of Queensland where she is the discipline leader of the Writing, Editing, and Publishing Master's Program.

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