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New titles on your shelf… browse this stack of books
EACH month Penguin Random House present a selection of new
release books for Have a Go News readers. We are kicking off
2026 with some fabulous tomes. One lucky reader can win the
entire bundle thanks to Penguin, see below. Happy Reading!
The Alphabet Sisters
by Monica McInerney RRP $24.99
A witty, wise family saga from the bestselling author of The
Godmothers.
Anna, Bett and Carrie were childhood singing stars – the Al-
phabet Sisters. As adults they haven’t spoken for years. Not since
Bett’s ancé left her for another sister...
Now Lola, their larger-than-life grandmother, summons them
home for a birthday extravaganza and a surprise announcement.
An unforgettable story of three women who learn that being true
to themselves means being true to each other.
Departure(s) by Julian Barnes RRP $34.99
The new book from the Booker Prize-winning Julian Barnes,
about looking back, facing the future, and coming to the end of
life.
Departure(s) is a work of ction – but that doesn’t mean it’s
not true.
By Your Side by Ruth Jones (signed Hardback) RRP $55
The joyful and life-affirming new novel from the co-creator
of Gavin and Stacey and the Richard and Judy Book Club author
of Love Untold.
Linda and Levi will never meet. But they’re going to change each
other’s lives. Bursting with all the heart and humour that has made
Ruth’s name as a screenwriter and author, By Your Side is about
nding joy in the most unlikely connections, and the importance of
holding onto friendship, love and community – especially when life
gets messy.
The First Law of the Bush
by Geoff Parkes RRP $34.99
Set in the 1990s in New Zealand’s King Country, The First
Law of the Bush is the scintillating new rural noir from the au-
thor of When The Deep, Dark Bush Swallows You Whole.
The Other Child by Susi Fox RRP $34.99
The Other Child is a compelling psychological suspense
novel about creeping mistrust and fear of betrayal, from the
author of the bestselling Mine. Fear, grief and guilt make for a
potent mix. And all it takes is one neighbour’s offhand com-
ment to spark Lauren’s worst fears – and deep-seated sus-
picions…
WIN WIN WIN
Thanks to Penguin books one lucky read-
er will win the entire collection of books fea-
tured here and they will be posted to their
home address; worth more than $180. To be
in the draw, simply email win@haveagone
ws.com.au with On the Shelf in the sub-
ject line or write to – On the Shelf c/- Have
a Go News PO Box 1042 West Leederville 6901. Closes
31/1/26
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