On this episode of the Gab Talks we have the pleasure of chatting with Australian author Anita Selzer. This is Anita’s second visit with the Gab Talks and we are thrilled to have her back. Anita’s book, The Female Gaze in Art & Photography Volume One is the winner of the 2025 New York City Big Book Award. Volume One was the winner of the Independent Press Award in the Fine Arts Category.
Anita is the author of fifteen adult and children’s non-fiction books, including “Reframing Beauty” and “I Am Woman.” Her work focuses on women, gender culture and history.
Before stepping into the world of publishing, Anita cultivated a rich academic and professional life. Holding a BA, Diploma of Education, Graduate Diploma in Women’s Studies, a Master’s in Education, and a PhD in Education, she has long been engaged with the intersections of gender, history, and learning.
Anita served as Executive Officer in Women’s Affairs in the Premier’s Department in Victoria. Her expertise also extended into publishing, reviewing books for Cambridge University Press and the academic journal Gender and Education.
