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MILLAR, Robert

Dec 9, 2020 | Fiction \ Novel, South Australia

Eluding Sylvia, Chasing Poe by self-published author Sher'ee Furtak-Ellis
Original cover artwork by Rachel Scholich
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ISBN 978-1-922452-04-7 PAPERBACK

 

The Dance of the Eagle and the Condor

Have you ever wondered what needs to change to achieve a thriving world that is more compassionate, caring and inclusive? A world that works for everyone, not just the elite 1%? After all, what’s the definition of madness – to keep doing the same thing and expect different results?

This novel is the story of a woman of Inca heritage called Angélica who embarks on a quest to understand what global frameworks need to change to realise her vision of a fairer, more humane global community that respects the earth. A nuanced love story about a woman’s determination to strive for a better world, despite obstacles and setbacks, political inertia and betrayal.

A NOVEL TO HELP GUIDE THE WORLD BEYOND THE AGE OF TRUMP.

About the Author

ROBERT (BOB) MILLAR is an Australian economist and policy adviser who has lived and worked extensively in the Pacifific, the Middle East and Africa, as well as in Australia and the United Kingdom. His experiences have exposed him to indigenous wisdom and cultures, as well as to western societies and structures. He lives in Adelaide with his wife and family.

CARISIMO, Victoria

Dec 9, 2020 | *, *listed, Fiction \ Novel, South Australia

At the Chameleon, turn book Victoria Carisimo Author
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ISBN 978-1-922452-33-7
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At the Chameleon Turn

And so begins an unexpected new obsession…

Drawn via a bizarre and compelling dream to the small capital of South Australia, Ethan Farrell, Hollywood’s latest superstar, and exceedingly sort-after bachelor, encounters a young woman unlike any he has ever come across.

And so begins an unexpected new obsession.

Why, although he tries, and knows it would simplify matters, can he not rid his mind of this child-like woman? What is this mystifying hold she seems to have on him? His minder, Scott, acquires his own answers, while Ethan’s sister, Lucy––duly obliged to reveal a long-kept secret, inherent to her––concludes she must journey far to unravel the unexplained: as her brother’s ensuing, and confounding refusal to provide any clarity, leaves everyone wanting.

Does Ethan learn to listen; will he allow himself to hear… see beyond his own deceiving thoughts? Or does his past keep him deaf and blind. And who or what is the Chameleon?

This story is about discovery; it touches on recognising, understanding, and facing the fears hidden within. It is about betrayal, loyalty, love, and remembering who we are. It speaks of valuing what many take for granted.

Written in an unconventional style, the author’s foremost wish is that her readers develop an intimate connection with her much loved characters; that they enjoy and feel at ease with the undemanding narrative, and that with a little introspection, they can relate to and draw on the deeper message she is endeavouring to convey.

Victoria Carisimo Author

About the Author

Victoria, better known as Vicki, was born in Cordoba, Spain; she was a mere eighteen months old when, in 1963, Australia became her new and permanent home. Raised until the age of fourteen in rural Victoria—where her parents had worked as sharefarmers, growing, and harvesting tobacco—her family and she then moved to the city of Adelaide, where she has since lived.

Married young, she supported her husband in starting-up and building his profession as a manufacturing jeweller in Adelaide’s Western suburbs. They have three sons, and today, she is the proud grandmother of six.

At the Chameleon, Turn is Vicki’s first novel. The title—which imparts the third portion of a statement she unexpectedly and quite startlingly received many years ago while meditating—becomes clearer in its meaning throughout the course of the book. It contains a message for all, but more so for those willing to hear it. Whatever the case, her heuristically inspired story will at the very least, entertain.

DAIR, Geoff

Dec 2, 2020 | *Featured books, *listed, Adelaide, Fiction \ Novel, South Australia, Thriller Fiction

Author Geoff Dair - The 192
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ISBN 978-1-922527-11-0
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The 192

JANE IS RUNNING OUT OF TIME.
The brutal murder of an Adelaide man has Detective Jane Anderson scrambling. A recluse with no apparent enemies, Donald is the last person she expected to turn up dead. She must scour through every inch of his life to solve the case.

SHE CAN’T SHAKE THE FEELING THERE IS MORE TO COME.
When a second victim is found, Jane realises they share a dark truth. Armed with few clues, a hostile media and an impatient boss – the pressure mounts. If she can’t figure out the motive behind the murders more people will die.

WHAT WILL SHE BE WILLING TO RISK TO FIND THE KILLER?

About the Author

Although coming from a technical background in physics and engineering, Geoff has always been interested in crime fiction. Particularly stories with a high degree of verisimilitude. He has now turned his hand to releasing his debut novel in the crime genre. Geoff lives in Adelaide with his wife and children.

RODGERS, Peter

Nov 27, 2020 | *Featured books, *listed, Fiction \ Novel, New South Wales

Eluding Sylvia, Chasing Poe by self-published author Sher'ee Furtak-Ellis
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ISBN 978-1-922527-00-4
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Beethoven’s Tenth and the Journey Which Saved the World

The dutiful but plodding Dr Watson (Sherlock Holmes), the unhinged Captain Ahab (Moby Dick), the oh-so-sweet Melanie Hamilton (Gone with the Wind), the naïve if well-meaning Toto (The Wonderful Wizard of Oz) are reimagined in a story of grievance, journey, forgiveness, love and changing the world through music. And not just any music. It’s 2020, Ludwig van Beethoven’s 250th birthday. If you thought his Ninth Symphony with its famous Ode to Joy was something special, wait until you read the intriguing, barely believable tale of Beethoven’s Tenth.

‘A wonderful and original little bookie. Princess Ludmilla and ones-self enjoyed it immensely. And the music by that strange German gentleman; one shall definitely purchase the record.’ King Arthur II (formerly Prince Charles) of England

‘Truly, the book for our troubled times. Inspiring, enlightening, enchanting, heart-warming … a stirring tale of hope, struggle and making the best of a shitty situation. And, finally, something new from Beethoven.’  Melody Dove, UN Ambassador for Love, Music and Peace

‘I really hate the happy ending. But we all need to improve ourselves by reading something and this is as good as anything else around.’ Hannibal Lector III

About the Author

Peter Rodgers is a former Australian diplomat and journalist, now an author and playwright. His foreign service career included appointments as Australia’s High Commissioner to the Caribbean and Australian Ambassador to Israel. Earlier, as Jakarta correspondent for The Sydney Morning Herald, Peter received the Australian Journalist of the Year Award for his reporting on East Timor. Peter has written two non-fiction books about the Middle East: Herzl’s Nightmare—one land two peoples; Arabian Plights—the future Middle East. His short fiction has been published or long/shortlisted in national and international competitions. Peter’s new novel, Beethoven’s Tenth and the journey which saved the world, will be published in late 2020. A collection of his short stories, Life, death and other distractions, will be published in early 2021 (Ginninderra Press).

MORGANELLA, Tina & ISABEL JIMINEZ, Maria

Nov 26, 2020 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Comedy \ Humour Fiction, Comics \ Manga \ Graphic Novels, Design, Fiction \ Novel, Self-help \ Personal Development, Social Sciences \ Politics \ Government, South Australia

Wear a Mask, Cupid! by self-published authors Tina Morganella and Maria Isabel Jimenez
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ISBN 978-1-9224522-9-0
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Wear a Mask, Cupid!

Love (or at the very least, desire) always finds a way, right? The true stories in this collection reflect our basic human need to connect with others, physically and emotionally – and we won’t let a little thing like a pandemic stand in our way.

Sometimes funny and romantic, often disastrous and heartbreaking, our brave contributors share their adventures in online dating, dating long distance, dating by stealth, and trying to date but failing. Despite being light-hearted or simply-told, all of the stories demonstrate in their own way, how deeply complex, lonely and profound life can be in lockdown.

Tina Morganella, editor of 'Wear a Mask, Cupid!
Dr Maria Isabel Jimenez, editor of 'Wear a Mask, Cupid!'

About the Editors

Ms Tina Morganella

Tina is a freelance writer and copyeditor with an MPhil in creative writing from the University of Adelaide, Australia. Tina writes short fiction, personal essays and travel literature. Her short stories have been published in STORGY Magazine (UK), Tulpa Magazine (Australia), Sky Island Journal (US), Entropy (US) Sudo (Australia) and Fly on the Wall Press (UK), amongst others. Tina also has nonfiction work published in the Australian press (The Big Issue, The Australian, The Adelaide Advertiser). In her bi-weekly blog, Use it in a Sentence, Tina introduces readers to Merriam Webster’s Word of the Day via micro fiction. Tina is currently between boyfriends, and yes, she has tried online dating with varying degrees of failure.

Dr Maria Isabel Jimenez

Maria is an Officer in the Australian Defence Force. She has a PhD in complex Military Procurement Projects from the University of South Australia, and extensive experience in logistics and procurement, both in the government and private sector. Strangely, none of this prepared her for her online dating tour of duty. Maria survives to tell the tale, with only minor battle scars and a motivational speaking tour planned, once COVID is over. She is fluent in Spanish, is learning French, and knows how to cha-cha. Current personal status: It’s complicated!!

BLAXLAND, Meta

Nov 13, 2020 | *Featured books, *listed, Fiction \ Novel, Melbourne, Romance Fiction, Victoria

StupIT People by self-published author Steve Eatts
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ISBN 978-1-922452-39-9 PAPERBACK

Do You Love Me Yet?

When Clara Rosenberg decides to explore the world of Argentinian Tango, she meets the mysterious and lustful Rex.

She finds his persistent attention irresistible, and although she recognizes his practised charm, her life takes an unexpected and dangerous turn.

Meta Blaxland is a pen name. The author lives in Sydney.