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MULCAHY, Liam

Dec 19, 2023 | *Featured books, Action Adventure, Australian, History, Medical, Perth, Western Australia

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ISBN 978-1-923523-73-9
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ISBN 978-1-923589-36-0
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ISBN 978-1-923523-74-6
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Beyond The White Coat

 

The Faces Behind Medical Eponyms

Beyond the white coat, beyond the textbook, lie the people.

We use their names every day-Down, Parkinson, Alzheimer…

But who were they?

Beyond the White Coat uncovers the riveting, and often heartbreaking, human stories behind medicine’s most famous names. These are not just labels; they are tales of curiosity, adversity, and sacrifice.

You’ll meet Robert Graves, who saved a sinking ship with only an axe, and reformers like John Down, who fought for more compassionate care for the intellectually disabled.

Spanning centuries and continents, this book connects you to the individuals whose passions and struggles left an indelible mark on medical science, proving that even in a world of labels and diagnoses, it’s the people who leave the most lasting legacy.

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ISBN 978-1-923088-59-7
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Darwin’s Deceit

In the shadows of history lies a secret waiting to be uncovered

Annabelle Young, a spirited and adventurous young woman, stumbles across a trail of enigmatic clues left behind by Charles Darwin. She unveils a profound secret; an undisclosed island meticulously erased from natural history by Darwin and the HMS Beagle crew.

Annabelle is pulled into a breath-taking race against time. But she is not alone—there are others who seek Darwin’s secret and will stop at nothing to take it for themselves.

With her family and a resurgent love interest at her side, Annabelle must confront her demons and a myriad of secrets, each more perilous than the last. Unravelling the island’s mysteries could change the world—or destroy it.

Darwin’s Deceit is a gripping blend of historical intrigue, relentless adventure, and intellectual suspense. How far would you go to guard a secret that could reshape the world?

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ISBN 978-1-923265-99-8
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MetamorFALLS

Join Maria and her dog Riff on an enchanting adventure in MetamorFALLS! While exploring the woods, Maria discovers a magical waterfall that can turn animals into humans and humans into animals.

In this magical world, Maria becomes a cat and meets new friends like Felix the clever fox, Rose the kind robin, and Sebastian the playful squirrel. Together, they explore exciting new places and learn to see the world in a whole new way.

But when they discover unhappy animals at a nearby circus, Maria and her friends must find a way to help. Can they outsmart the Circus Master and save the animals?

Filled with magic, friendship, and thrilling adventures, MetamorFALLS is perfect for kids who love animals and fantasy. Discover what happens when humans and animals switch places and embark on a journey you’ll never forget!

LEIXMAN, Tom

Oct 4, 2023 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Action Adventure, Australian, Fiction \ Novel, Northern Territory, Thriller Fiction

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The Dark Avenger
ISBN 978-1-922957-23-8
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ISBN 978-1-922957-93-1
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The Dark Trilogy

Experience the Australian outback like never before. Set against the backdrop of late 20th century Australia, these novels tell the story of a generation-defining hero who rises from obscurity to confront the injustices faced by his people. Guided by an enigmatic Islamic Jihadist from Ambon Island, they embark on a journey filled with suspense, love, and even humour.

Please note: The Dark Trilogy is intended for adults and is not suitable for the faint-hearted.

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About the Author

Tom Leixman was born in the picturesque town of Abbeyleix, Ireland. Emigrated to Australia in the 1970 aboard the good ship Orcades. Landed in Fremantle then bought a caravan to lead the Gypsy lifestyle. Worked his way around Australia and eventually settled in Bondi for a few years. Left Bondi and moved to Darwin in the aftermath of the deadly and destructive Cyclone Tracy. Darwin is now his hometown.

WATSON, JK

Jun 2, 2021 | *Featured books, *listed, Action Adventure, Eco Fiction, Fiction \ Novel

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ISBN 978-1-922890-39-9
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ISBN 978-1-922629-10-4
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Spirit of Pearl and the Man Up Stairs

Spirit of Pearl and The Man Up Stairs is the first book of three, …it’s a story of adventure, courage, integrity and friendship.

Challenging questions asked from the beginning of time.

…Who created us, God or Aliens and is there a scenario where we don’t destroy each other and our planet?

The story begins when two friends decide to sail from Australia to Antarctica to find the last known location of a square rigger known as the Pearl, which mysteriously vanished off the coast of Antarctica.

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The Ocean is a Dangerous Place to be

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Ben, Esther, Jak and Shira reunite in Africa on a mission to prevent the escalation of the war they had inadvertently become part of.

Elijah, the go-between for the team and their invisible and mysterious advisor (God or alien they are still uncertain), believes that only this group have the ability to stop this war.

They will need to find a way to see life through the other’s eyes and evaluate their own values and beliefs if they hope to succeed.

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The War Of Wars

A Novel

When Worlds Collide…

Beelzebub wakes from hibernation with the sinister goal of conquering Earth.

Ben and Esther embark on a quest in Jerusalem to find Cornelius, a pivotal figure in the battle against evil.

Jak and Shira undertake a perilous mission in Broome, Western Australia, searching for the Golden Horn, a weapon that could help defeat Beelzebub.

In Antarctica, Captain Chernov and his crew engage in a sea battle against the Summi Ducis, racing against time to destroy weapons that could unleash devastation on a grand scale.

As the separate missions unfold, the tension rises, with the fate of the Earth hanging in the balance.

Sacrifice, love, and unwavering faith come to the forefront, as the characters confront danger, and the ultimate evil in the universe.

The stakes are high, and they are humanity’s last hope against the looming apocalypse.

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Author JK Watson and Editor/Book Advisor Dave Delchau

About the Author

JK Watson is a South Australian, born in Whyalla in 1956 and spent his formative years in Port Adelaide. Following a diagnosis of cancer in 2014 and Parkinson’s Disease in 2016, he wrote an autobiography for his grand-children titled In the Blink of an Eye. This inspired him to write his first fiction novel, the first of a three book series.

PATTERSON, Neil

Sep 28, 2020 | *Featured books, *listed, Action Adventure, Design, Fiction \ Novel, Historical Fiction, Military, New South Wales

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Becoming Alfie 

Alfe Norrington was born into poverty in London’s East End in the first minute of the twentieth century. His life was a battle. From the Brick Lane markets where young Alfie pilfered and pickpocketed, to the trenches of Flanders, Alfe fought every step of the way.

Almost killed by a trench bomb he battled to recover and while in a military hospital Alfie made a promise that dramatically changes his life. A true East End hero, Alfie begins his journey away from poverty armed with a robust moral compass and an open heart.

Becoming Alfie is the first in the Alfie Norrington series. It follows the life of a man who positively influenced thousands of people. The world needs more individuals like Alfie Norrington, that give much more than they take.

CARBONE, Julie

May 15, 2020 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Action Adventure, Fiction \ Novel, South Australia

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Harry

 

When 18-year-old Harry is just beginning to find his feet after a difficult childhood in post-WWI Adelaide, he experiences heart-rending rejection and runs away to the Australian outback where, as an awkward station hand, he discovers a rare talent for shearing. Success as a gun shearer gives him confidence he’s only dreamed of but also brings with it, the biggest battle of his life. A challenge that needs someone bigger than himself to overcome.
 
Harry is a fictional narrative based on the true story of a profoundly deaf boy who endures bullying, abandonment and coming of age escapades. Then as a man, he encounters the tough but honest breed of men from the Aussie bush where he discovers success, failure, true friendship and love. Filled with humourous tales of life in the incredible Australian outback, it brings hope to each of us that have ever faced a life impacting-challenge.

About the Author

Julie works as an anaesthetic nurse and facing life and death scenarios often, this has given her insight into the unsung heroes who just do life. So many people’s lives are incredible. Obstacles overcome, dreams realised, good times and laughter, tough times and sadness. We just need to hear their stories. That is Julie’s dream. To tell the world the stories that otherwise, remain hidden. If they could do it, so can we.

Her debut novel Harry takes her father’s captivating outback Australian tales and surrounds them with his inspirational life.

She is passionate about many things. Chocolate, family and breaking down people’s stuffy stereotypes are just a few.

She lives with three adult children and one husband, whose life’s goals are to keep her humble, and three dogs and two cats who are constantly hungry, no matter how much they eat.

A member of the Australian Writers’ Centre and Writers Centre SA, she has completed numerous creative writing courses and hopes to one day be taken seriously as an author.

She is currently working on her second novel.