This episode explores the life and legacy of Peter Temple, a transformative Australian crime writer known for his sharp prose, vivid sense of place, and award-winning novels. Host Leigh Dillon shares insights into Temple's career, writing style, and adaptations, highlighting his impact on Australian literature.
Books we talked about and where you can find them
The complete works of Peter Temple
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Movies
The Jack Irish series on ABC iView
Valentine's Day
Chapters
Leigh reading the first chapter of Bad Debts (released Wednesday, 22 April, 9am)
Resources
Australian Crime Writers Association - https://australiancrimewriters.com
The 2026 Louie Awards
https://www.austcrimewriters.com/2026-louie-award-winner
Keywords
Peter Temple, Australian crime fiction, Jack Irish, crime writing, Australian literature, awards, Melbourne setting, storytelling, adaptation, literary legacy
Disclaimer
The episode transcripts are a
The 2026 Melbourne Writer's Festival
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