Mel Fulton chats with Suzy Garcia, editor of Kill Your Darlings (KYD), to discuss their latest anthology, New Australian Fiction 2024. Launched as a print quarterly in 2010, KYD has since evolved into a vibrant online magazine, publishing a diverse mix of essays, reviews, fiction, and interviews. With renewed four-year funding, this anthology highlights both emerging and established voices, embodying KYD’s eclectic spirit. 

The collection delves into themes of national identity, climate anxiety, and Australia’s changing landscape, offering a nuanced look at where we are, and where we might be headed. By embracing multiple perspectives, KYD reveals that Australia’s story is not a single but plural narrative, each resonating within the broader tapestry of contemporary Australian fiction. 

“In an unusual way, these stories spotlight pressing issues such as climate change, national identity and most importantly, where we are going?”