Hello micro-hoteliers!

Introducing Voices of the Southern Ocean. This stylish book is a literary anthology of over 50 contemporary Hobart authors … and is perfect to dip into during a lazy and luxurious holiday stay!

About the book

Did you know …

• Hobart is one of the world’s great literary cities

• There are more authors in Tasmania per capita than anywhere else in Australia!

• Tassie’s trophy shelf is overflowing with national and international literary awards and bestsellers by our local authors!

In recognition of Hobart’s vibrant literary culture, the UN officially designated Hobart a UNESCO City of Literature in 2023. This book is the first initiative of the Hobart UNESCO City of Literature.

All net profits from the book go to UNESCO Hobart City of Literature to fund literary initiatives around the city.

Voices of the Southern Ocean is a showcase of Hobart’s contemporary literary talent, bringing together over 50 writers and artists from Nipaluna/Hobart and beyond with all-original short works inspired by the vast and mysterious waters that lie just south of our little island. The collection includes splash fiction, reflective prose, micro-nonfiction and polar poetry, with works by some of our country’s bestselling and away-winning authors, exciting emerging talent, and some living legends. With over 50 writers & artists, it’s the largest ensemble of Tassie literary works in one book!

Take a closer look at Voices of the Southern Ocean