Literature and its Readers focuses on the analysis of literary forms, publishing histories, and reception studies.
We are very excited to announce the keynote speakers for the Concepts in Popular Genre Fiction symposium, to be held 6-8 December 2021 on Zoom via the Deakin Literature and its Readers research network! The first of our keynote speakers will be Farah Mendlesohn (@effjayem). Farah is the author of several acclaimed books on popular […]
There is a forthcoming HDR scholarship round at Deakin. This is a two-stage process. Can prospective applicants please submit an EOI using the Expression of Interest form? These need to be lodged no later than July 30. What we are looking for in a HDR Project? Literature and its Readers focuses on the analysis of literary form and […]
Call for Papers: Concepts in Popular Genre Fiction Deakin University, 6-8 December 2021 Convenors: Dr Jodi McAlister and Dr Helen Young Popular genre fiction is an expansive field, covering a myriad of different kinds of texts and narratives. However, critical discussions of popular genre fiction often centre on value – is it good for us? […]
Are you a former Lit student? The Australian Universities Heads of English are seeking volunteers to participate in research that explores the trajectory of undergraduate and postgraduate Literary Studies students across the country. Participants will undertake a survey in relation to their studies in English and Literary Studies and the pathways they’ve taken since leaving […]