Michael Robotham

Join Richard Flanagan, an award-winning Australian author, and Michael Robotham, a bestselling thriller writer, as they tackle the often-overlooked hidden costs of cheap books. They discuss how discounting impacts independent bookstores and author royalties. The duo debates the idea of adopting fixed book pricing in Australia, inspired by practices in Europe. Flanagan and Robotham also highlight the importance of supporting local literature and the need for cultural investment to ensure a thriving literary landscape.