The Dark Shadows movie, the latest movie from the mind of Tim Burton and starring Johnny Depp, is based on a gothic soap opera from the late 60s and early 70s. However, the new movie has basically nothing to do with the old TV series, and is trying to separate itself as much as possible from its origins, making the film a dramedy.

Australia's annual School Book Week always brings with it fun for readers of every age, and many look forward to the chance to showcase their creative genius with fun book week costumes to highlight their favorite piece of literature. Coming up with the perfect kids costume does not have to break the bank. There are several ideas that can be used to make fun kids costumes without spending much money.

Every year since 1945, Australia has held a festival celebrating Australian authors and their books. The entire community comes together to honor Australian authors and illustrators with a nationwide Book Week. Children in schools learn about these Australian men and women and become introduced to their books in hopes of instilling the importance of reading.

Children's Book Week is a festival that is held in Australia yearly and is approaching its 67th anniversary this year. It is a week of celebrating famous Australian authors and illustrators as well as the general appreciation of books and the importance of reading. This year book week is being held from May 7-13.

The Avengers is a 2012 superhero film, scheduled for release in Australia on April 25. The film, based upon the popular Marvel Comic, was produced by Marvel Studios and is being distributed by Walt Disney Pictures. The release of this film has already inspired a number of very popular Halloween and theme party costumes, such as the Captain America costume, Iron Man costume and the Thor costume.