Almanac Book Review: ‘The Footy Jumper Book’ by Tim Rath and Andrew Gigacz

Smokie has poured over a recently released book by Gigs and Tim Rath that documents the history and colour of that most universal of footy accessories, the jumper.

Almanac Festivals: Adelaide Writers’ Week 2024 – ‘The Past is Not Another Country’

Adelaide Writers’ Week is over for 2024 and once again it was a stimulating, absorbing, enlightening, and engaging event for all who attended.

Almanac Poetry: ‘Please Feed the Macaws … I’m Feeling Too Indolent’ – Book Review

Well known and respected poet Kevin Densley recently released his latest collection of poetry, ‘Please Feed the Macaws … I’m Feeling Too Indolent’. Col Ritchie presents his review of this wonderful collection of verse.

Almanac Review: D’Laide and her Festivals

Liz Tregenza totally nails the vibe in little old Adelaide during the Festivals, and the Adelaide Cup meeting.

Almanac Books: ‘Second Innings: on men, mental health and cricket’ by Barry Nicholls

Barry Nicholls provides a poignant insight into the writing of ‘Second Innings: men, mental health and cricket’.

Almanac Books: An Instant Australian Classic

A friend gave Ian Wilson a copy of ‘Larrimah’ by Caroline Graham and Kylie Stevenson about missing Northern Territory man Paddy Moriarty to read. Ian was hooked and believes the book will become an Australian classic.

Almanac Book Review: ‘The One Indiscretion of His Life’ by Gideon Haigh

The inimitable Roy Hay has reviewed Gideon Haigh’s latest book which looks at the life and times of William ‘Barlow’ Carkeek.

Almanac Music: ‘Rock N Roll Heart’

Trucker Slim found its hard to go past Lucinda Williams for his favourite album, book, and concert for 2023.

Almanac Books: Best Sports Books I Read This Year

Peter Baulderstone nominates and reviews the best sports books he read in 2023. Add your own suggestions for Almanacker’s reading lists.

Almanac Books: Best Fiction Books I Read this Year

Peter Baulderstone found the world dispiriting in 2023, but never waste a good crisis. It rekindled a love of fiction. Additions to the reading/listening list are welcomed.

Almanac Book Review: Daniel James Brown, The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Quest for Gold at the 1936 Olympics.

With the opening of ‘The Boys in The Boat’ directed by George Clooney in January 2024, Braham Dabscheck reviews the 2014 book by Daniel James Brown the film is based upon.

Almanac Book Review: Nicky Winmar with Matthew Hardy, Nicky Winmar My Story: From Bush Kid to AFL Legend.

Avid Saints supporter Braham Dabscheck reviews Nicky Winmar’s incredible story written in conjunction with Matthew Hardy, ‘Nicky Winmar My Story: From Bush Kid To AFL Legend’.

Almanac Book Reviews: ‘Green and Golden Boots: Australia’s Overseas Golden Boot Winners’ – Jason Goldsmith

Roy Hay reviews the new soccer book by Jason Goldsmith, ‘Green and Golden Boots: Australia’s Overseas Golden Boot Winners’, a book that reflects upon Australian soccer players who were leading goal scorers for their overseas league.

Almanac Books: ‘Stories for Harry & Ray’ – Michael Sexton

‘Stories for Harry & Ray’ by Michael Sexton is a collection of yarns about sportspeople he has gathered over many years and is now available for purchase.

Almanac Books: ‘Ashes 2023: A Cricket Classic’ – Gideon Haigh

Scribe Publications invites the Footy Almanac community to the launch of Gideon Haigh’s new cricket book, ‘Ashes 2023: A Cricket Classic’ on Thursday 2 November at The Yarra, Como Park.

Almanac Books: ‘The Girl in Cabin 350’ by Gideon Haigh

Ever wondered how someone could simply vanish?  Be there one minute and gone the next….. Gideon Haigh wondered, and uncovered a most amazing story resulting in his new book, ‘The Girl in Cabin 350’ which is now available for purchase.

Almanac Books and Music: ‘Full Coverage: A History of Rock Journalism in Australia’ by Samuel J Fell.

‘Full Coverage: A history of rock journalism in Australia’ by Samuel J Fell is an in-depth look at music journalism since the 1960s in Australia and is reviewed by Vin Maskell.

Almanac Book Review: ‘Australian Soccer from the Beginning’ – Ted Simmons OAM

Ted Simmons OAM has always been the go to person for those seeking historical information about Australian Soccer. This historical information he gathered over many decades is now recorded in his book, ”Australian Soccer from the Beginning’ which has been reviewed here by Roy Hay.

Almanac Books and Music: ‘Summer Of Blood’ – Dave Warner

‘Summer Of Blood’ is musician and author Dave Warner’s new book due for release in October. A crime thriller in search of a missing young man in San Francisco during the summer of love in 1967 the book is sure to be a cracking read from this award winning author. Dave has selected a playlist of fabulous music from the era to support the book.

Almanac Lunch: Balme in the Barossa

Michael Sexton and his mate Jeff enjoyed the recent Footy Almanac lunch with Neil Balme and Anson Cameron at The Clubhouse in Tanunda. Michael also unpacks the swing Balmey took at Jeff many years ago.

Almanac Music: Twenty years of WOW

The Way Out West Roots Music Club has recently celebrated its 20th anniversary and a book has been released to reflect the life and times of the club as Vin Maskell explains.