SMART, Andrew

ISBN 978-1-923386-73-0
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Wide Is The World

Andrew Smart is a poet & artist who lives in Mount Gambier.

His works explore the human condition and celebrate the beauty & wonder of the natural world.

ISBN 978-1-923214-83-5
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Listen to the Poets

Andrew Smart is a poet and artist who lives in Mount Gambier.

His works explore the human condition and celebrate the beauty and wonder of the natural world.

ROGER, Ian

ISBN 978-9-23214-2-62
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The Life Story of a Jolly Roger

From War to Pandemic

A life worth living

Embark on a journey through the vivid memories of Ian Roger’s life, from the poignant pre-war era to his life changing settlement in Australia. The Life Story of a Jolly Roger – from War to Pandemic weaves the threads of family, friendship and the unforgettable moments in the life of a man whose existence has been anything but ordinary.

Discover the resilience and warmth that defined Ian’s early years, the challenges and triumphs that shaped his character and the adventurous spirit that led him across the world to call Australia home. Through laughter, tears, from many experiences, this book captures the spirit of a life fully lived.

McBRYDE, Fiona

ISBN 978-1-923214-71-2
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F*ck the Lesson

My wild ride to motherhood and all the obstacles in between

A raw and honest memoir of one woman’s journey to becoming a mother; faced with a series of traumatic events riddled with zesty personality and a brutal sense of humour. With the aim to bring awareness to the depths of physical and psychological warfare that exists in motherhood, the book is not only for mothers or those who have suffered significant loss, but also for the partners, the friends and the family to see through an unfiltered lens.

MAZZONE, Larissa

ISBN 978-1-92315-68-9
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When Venus Met Mars

When girl met boy and fell in love.

A collection of poems written about a very special person.

You’ll be greater than a Da Vinci painting
The biggest mystery in history.
The world will no longer ask why
Mona Lisa is smiling.
But instead,
who is the man behind all of the poetry?

MIAN, Azmiri

ISBN 978-1-923214-19-4
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Bridging the Gap

Bridging the Gap explores our cultural differences and their profound impact on generational relationships. While older generations cling to traditional customs, younger Muslims navigate the complexities of Western influence, resulting in a divergence of values and beliefs.

Through anecdotes and scholarly insights, the book delves into the pivotal role of grandparents in migrant families, illuminating how they serve as custodians of cultural heritage and sources of wisdom.

By fostering understanding and dialogue, it charts a path towards reconciliation, where tradition and modernity coexist harmoniously in the ever-evolving tapestry of Islamic identity.

RYAN, Michael

ISBN 978-1-923214-09-5
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Minutes to Memories

In 1963, two Australian families of Irish heritage, Ryan and McNamara, were united through a wedding held in Ivanhoe, Victoria.

Minutes to Memories traces the ancestry of both families, dating back to the 1850s when they emigrated from Ireland.

The author provides a conversational account of his grandparents, parents, and siblings, and also shares his major passions with tales of the characters who have made these passions so special. The book is filled with engaging stories that offer amusing reflections for its numerous characters, in addition to recording important family history.

Minutes to Memories is the author’s gift to his family, providing anecdotes to help future generations understand the personalities that preceded them. It’s a record of who they are, so that in future years they will remain more than just a statistic in ancestry records.