CQUniversity has launched its latest Idiom 23 Literary Magazine at the Rockhampton Campus bookshop.

This year's collection of stories, poems, photographs, and creative nonfiction all pertain to the theme of 'stories of the sea'.
The Idiom 23 team gathers for the launch. L-R Jess Delaney (cover photographer), Caitlin Delaney, David Murray, Dr Lynda Hawryluk, Shay Ledingham and Reece Lawrence

LINK HERE to order the magazine through the CQUni Bookshop

Magazine Editor Dr Lynda Hawryluk and Bookshop Manager David Murray conducted the launch alongside other Idiom 23 team members.

Also present were cover photographer Jess Delaney and student members of the Magazine Editorial Board Caitlin Delaney, Reece Lawrence and Shay Ledingham. Students Cheyenne Palmes and Mallory Bailey also contributed to the Board but were unable to attend the launch.

This latest edition includes a special tribute, with the Editorial Board acknowledging the mentorship and guidance of Dr Liz Huf, Founding Editor of Idiom 23 and Founding Convenor of the Idiom 23 Writers' Workshops and the Bauhinia Literary Awards:

"Liz, who passed away in November of 2011, leaves behind a rich legacy for her family, friends, CQUniversity colleagues and the CQ region. Her enthusiasm and energy were endless, and she is missed by all."

The Idiom 23 team gathers for the launch. L-R Jess Delaney (cover photographer), Caitlin Delaney, David Murray, Dr Lynda Hawryluk, Shay Ledingham and Reece Lawrence

Editor Dr Hawryluk says the latest issue of Idiom 23 heralds a new phase in the magazine's history, "while still giving an affectionate nod and wink to the traditions of the past".

"Our Editorial Board has worked to refine the policies and processes ... with a view to even greater longevity, consistency and relevance," she says.

"The magazine continues to go from strength to strength, thanks to the hard work and dedication of many people now and in the past and this issue is dedicated to their efforts."