South Australian authors
MAERSCHEL, Richard
Blumberg Hill is the fourth in a projected series of seven books focussing on some South Australians – why they came, what they and their descendants did, and why the State is better for their achievements.
CROSS, Roger
Neglected and forgotten, Annie Richards was to triumph in most surprising ways. This account reveals her rightful place in the pantheon of Victorian women who broke the expected role of subservience. Annie’s life, 1845-1930, brings into sharp focus the plight of contemporary women who were bold and fearless, but unfulfilled intellectually.
CROSS, Mary Talbot
Re-published as a single volume, The Foundling and Fortune’s Fool paint an authentic picture of South Australia and Victoria in the formative years of European settlement, and describe a young woman’s compelling journey of self-discovery from the social injustices of the Burra Burra to the challenges of Ballaarat and beyond.
BOND, Stanley Arthur
This remarkable story, compiled by his daughter, draws from Stanley’s manuscripts, letters, and newspaper articles written throughout his life. Twists of Fate spans eighty-five years, from 1914 to 1999, chronicling Stanley’s incredible journey from orphan to farm hand, Medic to POW, and ultimately, a foreign correspondent.
TAYLOR, Bill
A beautiful but mysterious island, the group had to overcome disease, unhappy deities and bursts of undisciplined behaviour from some members to finish the tour.
STEVENS, Kym
About 12 years ago I saw a need for information regarding knowing amongst the community. I wanted to keep spiritual learning, simple, heartfelt, loving, and practical.
NHIAL, David Jock
South Sudan: the World’s Youngest Nation is full of fast facts and cultural information aimed to help South Sudanese people who are living in Australia connect to their homeland’s past and present.
MAY, Greta
Patrick and Violet are both bloodborne heirs to their brutal gang legacy and natural enemies. When the pair bond over political differences with their elders, they must help one another escape death at the hands of a hundred years of rivalry.
SMART, Andrew
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.
MAZZONE, Larissa
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
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.
POTTER, Noni
This book is for anyone who wants to live in a place of greater freedom, peace and fulfilment. Living Your Best Life reflects the heart of God for us to live fully as the people we were destined to be.
JACOBS, Rex
‘an enemy plane was brought down today, Baron Von Richthofen was the pilot’ ‘the whole countryside was one huge flame of fire, what a battle’
CARVOSSO, John
Samuel Carvosso arrived in Adelaide with his young family in February 1849, an ‘Old Colonist’. He lived life to the full, was memorable, likeable, complex, honest, generous, yet flawed (as we all are). He lived a Wesleyan life integrating a personal faith in his Lord with the church, his work and the broader community.
SCRIMGEOUR, Gavin
In one terrible night in July 1916, over 5500 Australians were casualties at the Battle of Fromelles. Using the words of those from those who survived, the course of the battle in their sector during that night is reconstructed, and the horrific experiences of brave men thrust into an impossible situation revealed.
HAINES, Evan
Derrick Marsh returns home after disappearing years prior while living with the last head-hunting tribes in New Guinea. However, Derrick hasn’t returned to find peace, but instead, retribution.
ATKINSON, Alan
Based on official records, the notes of family members and published histories, Billy’s story is that of an unsung pioneer battler. It’s a tale of determination and toughness, from a brutal childhood to making a new life in an often harsh environment.
SMITH, Gayelle
The Enchanted World of Fairies & Elves is a captivating tale that transports young readers to a magical realm and imparts valuable life lessons. In this beautifully illustrated story, children will embark on a journey filled with wonder and imagination.
ANVIL, Michael
Step into a riveting WWII saga as Peter Wayman and Anne Colyer’s lives are upended by the German Luftwaffe during ‘The Blitz.’ Follow their journey from London’s East End to the nuclear disarmament marches of the 1950s, where they face an unforeseen future.
HILLIER, Kevin
Discover the true inner workings of a forensic mortuary and the training of a new employee. Also follow the homicide detective Peter to discover the truth behind the Murder at the Linley Cove Lighthouse.