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MOMOKA, Vivina

Sep 2, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, Health & Wellbeing, Medical, Memoir, Parenting & Family, Psychology \ Mental Health, Relationships, Self-help \ Personal Development

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ISBN 978-1-923443-18-1
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Beating The Odds

 

A Memoir of Survival and Srength through breast cancer

A journey of strength, love, and resilience through Breast Cancer.

Vivina Momoka, a wife and mother of two, shares her journey with other cancer survivors. Born in Auckland, New Zealand, she moved to Fiji in 1980 and later returned in 1994. In 2005, she married Tevita and had two sons, Jacob and Lasaro and later relocated to Queensland.

In 2018, Vivina was diagnosed with Stage 3 Breast Cancer, with her husband’s love and care anchoring her through it. Despite the challenges, she continued to care for her family, even counselling her son. After a holiday to Fiji, Vivina returned to find her husband unwell, and she relied on prayer and family support as she faced her own recovery.

Her journey is a powerful reminder of the strength of family love and the resilience of cancer survivors. Despite the hurdles she faced, Vivina’s fight for her health continued, demonstrating her incredible determination to overcome each obstacle with grace and resilience.

GEORG, Sara

Jul 30, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, Autobiography, Health & Wellbeing, Parenting & Family, Poetry by Women, Psychology \ Mental Health

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ISBN 978-1-923443-59-4
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ISBN 978-1-923443-93-8
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ISBN 978-1-923523-08-1
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Hopefully Flawed

 

A Celebration of Motherhood

Motherhood was not my lifelong dream.

By early adulthood, Sara had it all worked out. Highly committed to her medical career, she intended on pursuing brain surgery as her specialty. Utterly content as a single girl, she wondered if she was called to celibacy.

One husband and four living children later, she found herself working as a rural generalist. Her best laid plans had clearly gone awry.

Would her medical background prove a help or hindrance with parenting prowess? Harbouring a tendency towards anxiety, how would she face the overwhelming list of things now wildly out of her control? How would this social introvert navigate the relentless demands of her adorable dependants? And as a relapsing perfectionist, would she be crushed by the weight of her own expectations with excelling at this 24/7 job?

Hopefully Flawed weaves cathartic poetry with retrospective prose to celebrate a true story about answering the call to motherhood, and the freedom of finding meaning in the mess.

Flaws are inevitable. Hope is possible.

About the Author

 

Country convert Sara Georg is a part-time doctor, full-time mother, and undeniably lucky wife. She endures the hardship of beachside living in rural South Australia with her husband Matty and their three youngest children.

She holds a deep appreciation for meaningful conversation, a quiet addiction to the thrill of turning off her phone, and suffers emotional allergies to high heels, half-rhymes, and hurry. When she isn’t listening to patient stories, Sara can be found indulging in Asian breakfasts, messy catch-ups, and singing in the kitchen about Jesus, Disney, and Broadway.

A poet and writer since childhood, Sara figured it was time to make something of it before entering her fifth decade. Despite B-grade brush skills, she loves to paint with words. Hopefully Flawed is her first public exhibition—and you are warmly invited.

LLOYD PhD, Dr Maya

Jul 7, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, Biological & Behavioural, Health & Wellbeing, Manual \ Training Material, Parenting & Family, Psychology \ Mental Health, Reference

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ISBN 978-1-923386-97-6
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ISBN 978-1-923523-07-4
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Why Babies Need Love

 

Why Love Matters and How to Know if You’re Getting it Right

WHY BABIES NEED LOVE is a must-read for first-time parents and caregivers of babies aged 0-3. Parenting is one of the hardest yet most rewarding journeys, and the early years play a crucial role in shaping a child’s emotional and mental well-being.

Written by a psychologist and parent, this book explains how a baby’s brain is still developing at birth and how early experiences—especially the bond with caregivers—affect future behavior, relationships, and resilience. It provides insight into how your own emotional struggles can influence your parenting and offers practical guidance to help you build a strong, loving connection with your baby.

With mental health concerns on the rise, this book empowers parents to create a secure foundation for their child’s future. If you want to raise a confident, emotionally healthy child while navigating the challenges of early parenthood, WHY BABIES NEED LOVE is the guide you need.

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Dr Maya Lloyd, Phd (MAPS, FCCP) is a clinical psychologist with over 20 years’ experience. She spent 10 years working as a senior psychologist for Queensland Health specialising in perinatal, infant, child and youth mental health. Now in private practice she works across the lifespan with children, adolescents, parents and families of all ages, supporting them in building strong healthy bonds with their babies and children.

Drawing from professional expertise, scientifific research and personal experience as a mother, Maya understands the challenges of early parenthood. Passionate about helping families thrive she offers insight into infant and early childhood development, parenting and emotional well-being, empowering parents to raise resilient emotionally secure children.

TRACY, Mark

Jul 2, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, Family History, Health & Wellbeing, Medical, Memoir, Parenting & Family, Psychology \ Mental Health, Self-help \ Personal Development

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ISBN 978-1-923443-95-2
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Don’t Waste Time

A True Story of Love, Loss, and Legacy

The powerful memoir follows one family’s extraordinary twelve-year journey through three cancer battles – and the lasting impact of a young man named Levi. Born on Father’s Day in 2004, Levi lived with courage and heart, inspiring those around him with a message that would become his legacy: “Don’t Waste Time.”

More than just words, it was how Levi lived. Now, through DWT Lifestyle – a venture started in his honour – his message continues to move others to live fully, love deeply, and make every moment count.

Don’t Waste Time is a confronting, uplifting, and unforgettable reminder to embrace life, no matter how uncertain the road ahead.

CUSSEN, Kate

May 29, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, Children's Books, Parenting & Family

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Daddy’s Old Jumper

Daddy’s Old Jumper is a children’s picture book about love that lasts, even when someone is no longer with us. It gently explores themes of grief, change, and the enduring nature of love, offering comfort to families navigating the loss of someone special.

The story follows Darcy, a little person facing a big loss. Wearing Daddy’s old jumper, she searches for him in all the places he used to be. Then, suddenly, in the rumbly tumbly backyard, a gust of wind and a spark of imagination sweep her into a magical adventure, where she discovers that loving connections have a way of staying with us, even as life moves forward.

A thoughtful and imaginative story for children aged 3 – 9, Daddy’s Old Jumper supports gentle, age-appropriate conversations about grief and remembering those we love.

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About the Author

 

Kate’s book, Daddy’s Old Jumper, is inspired by a special little person named Darcy. Before Kate started writing, she worked as a scientist, wearing a white coat and mixing potions in a lab. That’s where she met Darcy’s mum, Jess, and they’ve been friends ever since!  After seeing Jess and her family go through a tough time, Kate felt inspired to write Daddy’s Old Jumper, a story about love that lasts,  even when someone is no longer with us.

Now, as a science communicator, Kate loves sharing stories—whether they’re about science or magical adventures like Darcy’s. When she’s not writing, Kate can be found baking sourdough, reading, or going for runs with her little dog, Noodle, who’s always by her side.

FOPP, Cristy

Mar 21, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, Children's Books, Parenting & Family

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ISBN 978-1-923386-39-6
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My Dad Can

My Dad Can is a children’s book that celebrates all the wonderful things “my dad” can do, regardless of his circumstances. He can do some clever things, some practical things, some fun things – all sorts of things!

Our attitude, not our disability determines how we live and even though there are things we can’t do, there are many things we CAN. Enjoy this motivational story and explore the world of “I can”.

About the Author

 

I am a busy mum of two teenage boys. My husband is a T4/5 paraplegic and I am constantly amazed at the number of things he CAN do even though he only has use of his arms. After being in a wheelchair for over 30 years, he still finds the energy and ability to interact with our boys. Being in a chair hardly holds him back! One night, while dinner was simmering on the stove, I decided to put pen to paper. I wanted to focus on all the wonderful things my husband can do instead of dwelling on the things he can’t.

We do many things together as a family and don’t let the “cannots” spoil our fun. Our two amazing boys are always helpful, energetic and full of love for both of us as their parents. They don’t judge us on our abilities or inabilities.