Of the many factors which the editor of a popiilar fiction magazine must consider, variety i> probably the most important. Readers would very quickly tire of a publication who§e storie.s were all of the same type, no matter how good they happened to be. The "Australian Journal" presents about as varied a collectio'n as it is possible to assemble. From a purely literary point of view, Elizabeth Mennes-Pino's tale of Javauese life earns most bouquets, but for popular interest Ben Nigel's unusual desert detective story, "The Camel's Wig," would probably gain favour, while readsrs who like otit-back stories will also enjoy "Story i-n Dust," by L. Kay. There's plenty of humour in the issue, and a satisfying amount of light roma'nce. With ts improving illugtrations, the lournal is certainly astonishi'ng 8 ^alue for sixpence, ° *
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Chronicle (Levin), 8 May 1947, Page 7
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134Page 7 Advertisements Column 2 Chronicle (Levin), 8 May 1947, Page 7
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