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This article explores the poetry of Evelyn Araluen and Alison Whittaker, two contemporary Aboriginal writers, and their practice of "reinscribing" Aboriginal land in their work. It discusses the historical significance of Aboriginal literature in Australia, particularly Oodgeroo Noonuccal's collection "We Are Going," and challenges the classification of Aboriginal poetry as solely "protest poetry." The article also examines the settler gaze and the consumption of Aboriginal writing, highlighting the need for a more nuanced and respectful approach. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of Aboriginal writers reclaiming and reinscribing their cultural heritage in their work. [Extracted from the article]

Reviews several electronic books for schoolchildren. Includes `Dynabook Prototype,' by Alan Kay; `Glassbook'; `The Rocket eBook.'