Bitter as the Cud

Poems by B. R. Dionysius

Poetry Launches

Poetry Launches

An archive of poetry launches, recording the first public moments for each book alongside the full text of the launch speeches.

Career — Liam Ferney

2011 | Vagabond Press (Rare Object Series) | Archives Fine Books, Brisbane

Book cover of Career by Liam Ferney
Book cover: Career
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The Curse Words — Sam Wagan Watson

2011 | Vagabond Press (Rare Object Series)

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Book cover: The Curse Words
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Boom — Liam Ferney

2013 | Grand Parade Poets

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Confessional Box — Vanessa Page

2013 | Walleah Press | Riverbend Books, Brisbane

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Content — Liam Ferney

2016 | Hunter Publications

Book cover of Content by Liam Ferney
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Sirens — Nicole Melanson

2026 | Calanthe Press | Tamborine Mountain

Book cover of Sirens by Nicole Melanson
Book cover: Sirens
Portrait of Brett Dionysius and Nicole Melanson
Photo: Brett Dionysius and Nicole Melanson
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