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COSTER, DJ

Jun 22, 2023 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, Autobiography, Memoir, Social Sciences \ Politics \ Government, South Australia

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ISBN 978-1-923589-49-0
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A Duty of Care

 

Short Stories Mainly About Medicine

A COLLECTION OF AMUSING AND REVEALING SHORT STORIES

This volume presents a diverse selection of imaginative fiction, with a central focus on tales from the world of medicine. While most stories are the product of creative invention, three stand apart as personal recollections, narrated by the author in the first person. These particular accounts offer a candid glimpse into formative experiences from the author’s own past, adding an authentic and reflective dimension to the collection.

Throughout the book, readers are invited to explore both the humorous and insightful aspects of medical life, as well as broader themes that extend beyond the confines of the profession. The blend of fictional narrative and genuine memoir creates a tapestry of stories that are entertaining, thought-provoking, and at times deeply personal.

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ISBN 978-1-922957-80-1
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A Boomer’s Ride

 

An unlikely journey through post-war Australia

‘Profoundly insightful with a good dose of wit… a light-hearted, nostalgic read’

D.J. Coster describes his life journey against the background of profound socioeconomic change in Australia in the 80 years since the end of WWII.

Coster is a perceptive observer of what has gone on around him and acknowledges the impact of national and international events on his life – and everyone else’s.

He describes the transitions that have tested him – from a working-class home into elite educational institutions, from medical student to junior doctor and the metamorphosis into a clinician scientist, and the tricky transition from doctor to patient. The story is told honestly and reflectively by someone not afraid to provoke. It is not a story of personal achievement against the odds, but a description of factors that made the baby boomer generation more privileged than any other generation before or since, and the way national and global events, chance encounters, and luck, shape lives.

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About the Author

 

D.J. Coster AO, DSc, FTSE, is a retired ophthalmologist with a distinguished career in academic medicine.

He lives in Adelaide with his wife Marion.

EDWARDS, Cliff

Jun 6, 2023 | Australian, Design, South Australia, The Arts

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ISBN 978-1-923265-93-6
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Tuning in to Alex

 

Understanding Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) for Children and their Champions

Follow Alex’s journey with Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) and learn how he thrives with the right support using simple, effective strategies.

This heart-warming, beautifully illustrated children’s book—created in collaboration with Dr. Angela Alexander and illustrated by Bridget Acreman—introduces young readers to APD, a neurological condition where the brain has difficulty interpreting sounds, especially speech. Through Alex’s experiences, children learn that everyday challenges can be managed with calm, support, and creativity.

Written in clear, child-friendly language, Tuning in to Alex helps children with auditory or sensory processing difficulty feel understood and empowered. It also guides parents, caregivers, educators, and peers in creating a more inclusive, empathetic environment.

Filled with practical examples and conversation starters, this book is ideal for:

  • families navigating an APD diagnosis

  • teachers supporting diverse learners

  • audiologists, speech pathologists, occupational therapists and allied health professionals

  • classrooms and friendship groups, encouraging empathy and inclusion

Tuning into Alex: Understanding Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) for Children and their Champions promotes neurodiversity, emotional literacy, resilience and the importance of the right support making a world of difference—making it an essential resource for anyone supporting children with invisible disability, learning or neurological condition.

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ISBN 978-1-923088-07-8
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Hunstanton, Kings Lynn and West Norfolk

The W. E. Daw Collection

Cliff has many warm memories of visiting his grandmother’s house in Walton-on-the-Naze while growing up. There, he spent many hours exploring boxes of photographs, old postcards, glass plates, sketches, and tinkering with old photography equipment.

He later learned that these items were part of his great-great grandfather’s collection, William Edward Daw (W. E. Daw), who played a key role in the rise of amateur photography in King’s Lynn. William Edward Daw worked to capture the scenic coastline of West Norfolk, particularly the areas around Hunstanton, with its sandy beaches, cliffs, and charming villages.

Through this wonderful collection of personal photographs, postcards, and sketches, Cliff is proud to be able to bring you this unique book which celebrates the history of the region.

DE PALO, Tania

May 31, 2023 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Adelaide, Australian, Medical, Memoir, Poetry, South Australia

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ISBN 978-1-922957-77-1
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The Day the Doctors Broke My Vagina and Brain

Raw poetry

A broken body and soul finding the healing of the spirit through trauma and pain.

This powerful book chronicles Tania’s life of unimaginable trauma, captured in stunning poetic form. From the young age when a brick was thrown at her head, to the brutal medical procedure that left her with the worst pain imaginable, Tania’s journey has been a constant battle. But through it all, she has shown extraordinary resilience and determination to heal herself and give back to others. In this unique memoir, Tania uses poetry to convey the depth of her emotions and experiences, taking readers on an unforgettable experience of triumph over adversity.

The day the doctors broke my vagina and brain is a must-read for anyone seeking inspiration and hope in the face of life’s challenges. Discover life in Tania’s story, despite everything.

CARROLL, Ivor John

May 24, 2023 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Adelaide, Australian, Autobiography, Justice \ Law \ Crime, South Australia

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ISBN 978-1-922957-33-7
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We Sweep the Streets

A police story based on fact

Ivor John Carroll—later to become known as ‘Chris’ short for ‘Xmas Carroll’ but affectionately called ‘Xmas’ by those that knew him well—a self-confessed ratbag—takes us on a sometimes comical and at times emotional journey through what it was to be a ‘copper’ during the 1940-50s.

The array of fascinating characters with whom he worked—some loved, some hated—the continually changing states of ‘the job’, and the many and varied ‘cases’ on which he worked, are related in a frank, politically incorrect and unfiltered manner—he pulls no punches.

These stories would almost certainly have been lost to time had Xmas’ youngest daughter, Vicki, not decided to dust off the hand-typed, yellowing, faded pages (remember typewriters?)—and retype, reformat, edit, and have published these intriguing, true telling’s of a hard but honest man. It could not have been done without the support and help of her husband, Tony, and his capable literary skills. It was a labour of love and a tribute to her father.

These stories are an important part of a legacy that Chris had always wanted to leave to his family—bringing these pages into the light have made that dream a reality.

We Sweep the Streets: A Police Story Based on Fact is the first in what was to be a duology, spanning IJ Carroll’s entire career. However, searches to date have yet to uncover a complete copy of the second manuscript… But the search continues.

RIGBY, Ken

May 23, 2023 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Adelaide, Australian, Autobiography, South Australia

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ISBN 978-1-922957-21-4
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Oddly Enough

Oddly Enough is the story of an Englishman who emigrated to Australia in 1959 to work as a teacher, and, subsequently, as a psychologist, university professor and researcher, in which capacity he has established an international reputation for his work on how bullying can be countered in schools. This led to his becoming recognised internationally, travelling and lecturing worldwide, and receiving the Order of Australia Medal in 2021.

Oddly Enough is written as a flow of consciousness of events as they are remembered and reflected upon from childhood to old age. It is meant to amuse, as well as shed light on significant historical, social, and cultural issues of his time; such as social class; family life; schooling and education; Britain in wartime; National Service; emigration; university life; and adapting to the Australian culture. Finally, it addresses existential questions on the nature of self and the sheer oddity of existence.

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‘This fascinating book succeeds in being three things: a personal document of a fulfilling life; a social history covering England and Australia; and a vivid description of the author’s research and practical work in the area of school bullying. Ken Rigby writes frankly and often amusingly about all these matters. This is a compelling read which will be of interest to anyone interested in personal biography, education, and indeed life in general!’

Peter K Smith
Emeritus Professor, Goldsmiths, University of London, UK

‘Oddly Enough is a refreshingly honest autobiography charting Ken’s journey from working class schoolboy to leading international academic, and the characters he meets along the way. It’s a fascinating insight into how his school years and national service helped shape his own approach to classroom teaching, and the inspiration for his research into bullying in school and effective intervention methods.’

Jo Earp.
Editor, Teacher magazine, Australian Council for Education Research

‘This book is captivating and interesting, not only for those who know Ken personally; but also to the bullying research community, which has become very numerous. A fascinating line goes from his own school days, and reflections on authority, to pioneering, world class research on school bullying, and further to the existential question about self and its becoming. And it is so well written, as usual.’

Professor Erling Roland
University of Stavangar, Norway

BOUNDY, Robert

Dec 21, 2022 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Adelaide, Australian, Manual \ Training Material, Reference, South Australia

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Foundations

A workbook to develop practice skills and knowledge for playing the drum kit

Foundations by Robert Boundy is a workbook containing two progressive drum set syllabuses; Foundations and Intermediate, designed to develop practice skills and knowledge for playing the drumkit. The lessons presented in this book are based on Robert’s study and documentation of American jazz drummer Gene Krupa’s 14 key drum methods.

The coursework featured in this book was developed through much reflection and consideration of how music students learn. Online music teaching is embraced in the contents of this book and designed using a context-based teaching and learning approach. It centres on maximizing the effect of learning through private music tuition for students of the drum kit.

Foundations contains 12 modules to work through, supported by online play along backing tracks and video demonstrations available on the Rob’s Drum Shed website.

www.robsdrumshed.com