VICTORIA ALEXANDER ‘ONE ‘- LIVING AS ONE AND LOVING IT’
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This is a book you dip into for ideas, inspiration , comfort and encouragement. Victoria brings all her considerable talents and experience to bear in the photography and design of this book which makes it a pleasure to look at- there is nothing harsh or confronting in these philosophical tidbits, and it is a lovely book to gift to someone who may need some guidance to change in their life.
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Vicoria Alexander reads from ‘One’
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Victoria Alexander interview
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First, find your jellyfish. Then read this book to find out just how fascinating and extraordinary these little noticed denizens of the ocean are. Most of us avoid jellyfish fearing stings or worse but Lisa-ann explains that jelly fish are an integral part of the healthy ocean environment, But an overabundance of jelly fish means that the balance has been disturbed and this is also becoming apparent now that ocean scientists have come to understand more about these slippery , slimy ocean animals.
Markus Zusak made a huge stir with his novel ‘The Book Thief’ which was made into a beautiful film. This new novel is a complete contrast in setting as the protagonist is a boy from a large family that through various misfortunes have lost their parents. Clay is the brother that helps them find their way through the stories he spins.
As what seems like nearly half of Australia is burning, I thought listeners might like to hear from one of the foremost experts on the history of fires in Australia – Stephen J .Pyne.
An acknowledged world authority, he tells us why we are doing it all wrong in this country- and what true ‘fire management’ actually entails. A thoroughly researched and in depth look at how fire has shaped the Australian landscape- and why we are suffering devastating blazes, and a warning of many more to come in the future.
In this beautiful, poetic novel. Inez Baranay weaves between several different worlds- the world of two little girls who are lifelong friends, the novel one of them becomes famous for, and even the fans of the novel itself. The novel inside the narrative explores the concept of a different way of death, as the two women move through their lives and grow old.
Hung Lee could make comedy out of anything life throws at him – as he points out, in many cultures it is a survival mechanism!
So it’s not surprising he has written several books and numerous comedy routines out of his life experience as a boy growing up in war torn Vietnam, escaping at the last minute into a life of being a refugee in Australia.
As a schoolboy he discovered making people laugh was a good defence against bullies and he’s been dong it ever since.
This a great collection of inspiration for anyone struggling to be the best they can be- Ash interviewed all the people he admired who were ‘double trouble’ – being both crack surfers and terrific musicians. ( Like himself!) In the process he found he found renewed energy and application in his own work – we can all do with this!
Ash Grunwald reads from ‘Surf by Day, Jam by Night’
David Leser “ Women, Men and the Whole Damn Thing”
I like the sense of mild exasperation suggested by the title of David Leser’s latest book where he applies his not inconsiderable skills of investigative journalism to the current latest global discussion on the relationship between the sexes.
David Leser reads from “ Women, Men and the Whole Damn Thing”
NICK FALK & TONY FLOWERS-How to Stop an Alien Invasion using Shakespeare
School holidays are almost upon us – so maybe some funny reads from the wonderful Nick Falk and Tony Flowers to keep them amused?( Clicking on the book cover image will take you to this book at Booktopia)
There are lots of titles in this wonderfully silly series by Nick Falk which comes with illustrations by Tony flowers. These two collaborators have as much fun dreaming up these stories as your kids will have reading them – they are probably just big kids themselves!
Tony Flowers reads from ‘How to Stop….’
Tony flowers Interview
Recorded at Byron Bay writers Festival 2019
AND ANOTHER THING…..
We are partnered with Booktopia and they have a special offer on this month on kids books until September 30 where you can win a whole prize pack of stuff to keep the small fry occupied over the break.
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This week one for lovers of Crime books. A glimpse into a scary underworld in Australian criminal circles.
This is wonderful lengthy read by a journalist who has certainly come up close and personal with some of the worst criminals in Australian history both as a crime reporter and as an author.
Matthew Condon reads from ‘Night Dragon’
Matthew Condon interview
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Recorded at the Byron writers Festival 2019
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