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Evelyn Araluen’s 2022 Stella Prize Acceptance Speech

Watch, or read, the full transcript of Evelyn Araluen’s acceptance speech delivered at the tenth annual Stella Prize Award Night.

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The Stella Prize is secured forever

Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of our supporters, we are proud to announce that Stella has reached its $3 million endowment target for the Stella Forever Fund.

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Announcing the winner of the 2022 Stella Prize

Stella is delighted to announce Evelyn Araluen’s debut collection of prose and poetry, Dropbear, as the winner of the tenth annual Stella Prize.

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Announcing the 2022 Stella Prize Shortlist

Announcing the six bold and compelling books in the running for the tenth annual Stella Prize.

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Help us raise $10,000 in 10 days to secure the Stella Prize forever

In the 10 days leading up to the tenth annual Stella Prize, we are calling on our Stella community to help us raise the final $10,000.

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The 2022 Stella Prize Judges’ Report

“Australian women and non-binary writers are producing innovative, sophisticated literature in very difficult times. It has been a great privilege to read and assess their work for the 2022 Stella Prize.” – Melissa Lucashenko, Chair of the 2022 Stella Prize Judges

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The 2019 and 2020 Stella Counts crash through the gender parity barrier

For the first time since it started in 2012, representation of women authors in Australian book reviews is on par with that of their male counterparts, the latest reports from Stella reveal.

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Announcing the 2022 Stella Prize Longlist

Announcing the 12 exceptional books by Australian women and non-binary writers in the running for the tenth annual Stella Prize.

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Stella seeks a new Treasurer to join our Board

Stella are now seeking a Board member to undertake the role of Treasurer.

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A legacy for literature: Paula McLean’s gift to Stella

Stella is thrilled to announce an extraordinary gift from leading Sydney philanthropist, Paula McLean, to the Stella Forever Fund

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Stella x Melbourne UNESCO City of Literature Office: Emerging Poets Mentorship

A special online mentorship for emerging poets to support them in developing an unpublished collection of poetry.

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Stella Sector Consultation Summary

A reflection on the issues, impact, and learnings from Stella’s recent sector consultation process.