AustLit

'Jackson Parnell, a decorated American soldier, is demoted and forced to resign his commission for questioning the events in Washington DC and New York on 11th September 2001, commonly known as "911".

'Resenting his treatment from the Army, Parnell joins the 911 Truth Movement in a quest to learn the real reason the World Trade Center came down. A co-ordinated movement, the American Patriotic Association (the APA) emerges which Jackson Parnell joins, assuming the role of military adviser as they try to restore democracy to the United States of America.

'Amerissance is a geopolitical speculative fiction novel that outlines how the Super-rich can take control of the most powerful nation in the world.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Paul McNicol, a Western Australian union official, whilst on an overseas investigation for a proposed major construction project in WA, finds himself catapulted out of normal negotiations into a world of wealth, corruption, backstabbing and violence. When leaked documents raise major concerns about the true purpose of these meetings, the lengths the USA’s largest industrial construction company and members of the Australian delegation are prepared to go to gain approvals for Project Damocles becomes obvious, and Paul’s life is on the line. How can he prevent the secret storage of nuclear waste and weapons at the proposed facility in the Western Australian desert while keeping his family safe? He is under constant surveillance by various groups, but who can he trust?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'When Alicia Sommers finally allows the door to her heart to open the secrets in her life come back to haunt her. Raising a small child alone, she dedicates her life to ballet and holds to the promise she made years ago. Only Brandon knows the secrets in her life and he will not betray her trust by telling. So when Nick Coleman, a man of experience, falls for the delicate, intriguing Alicia he knows not how to deal with the secrecy and her unwillingness to trust him.

'Can Alicia learn to let Nick into her world or risk losing him forever?'

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'Come and spend time with Outback Sam as he shares his day in the bush.

'Outback Sam experiences all the joys of the outback, his day time enjoyment of all things in the bush shared in rhyme.'

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'When Police Lieutenant BJ Strafer returns to Benjamin, his old home town, many things are rekindled - his thoughts of returning home for good; his fears for old Sam Carstairs; the long-running feud with that man's son who'd once idolised him, and the hopes of reclaiming the love of the Police Chief's daughter.

'While investigating the deaths of many young girls, Strafer uncovers the townsfolk's many dark secrets. What he hadn't expected was the return of his old bad reputation, implicating him as the prime suspect.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

An anthology of work from the Society of Women Writers WA.

'Born in the twilight of the Russian Tsar's Empire, Karlis is raised on the fertile plains of Courland. Though poor, through hard work and good farming sense, the family becomes wealthy, only to lose everything when Russia and Germany invade Latvia.

'Between two Giants is a moving historical novel that spans Karlis Kohler/Kelers and his extended family's journey through life. It is a tale of the ultimate triumph of human spirit over ideological fanaticism and evil.

'Based on true events full of danger, hardship, anguish and betrayal as the family endeavours to escape the tyranny of two warring nations, this is a tale that, once heard, will not be forgotten.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Annotation. After working hard running the bus, the Bus Stop Bears deserve a rest and sail off for an island holiday.'

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'Nigel's very personal story is told simply and honestly, and with humour and enthusiasm. The many adventures of this English migrant who loves Australia reveals his passion for the sea, his family and his music. Though shattered by the tragic death of his daughter, this 'Different Drummer' continues to live a full life pursuing his many interests. His escapades, and his thoughts on life in the time of COVID 19, is shared in this refreshing 'sortamemoir' you won't want to put down.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'World War II. Fremantle, Western Australia War widow Kate Kelly, raising her young daughter and niece, meets Lieutenant Michael Brannigan and feels an immediate connection. Both having suffered so much tragic loss, they resist the urges of the heart to avoid being hurt again, but realise they are each other's cure for heartbreak.

'Sadly, tragedy strikes again, and again, in a war that tears families, friends and loved ones apart, some never to return the same, if at all.'

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'Six-year-old Tim has to write a story before the end of term, but has no idea what to writeabout. Then he comes across Shiny out in the bush. With dreams of being recycled, Shiny gives Tim some great ideas.'

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'This collection of poetry by Marlene A. Fulcher touches the heart and soul with its spiritual connection to life and loss and joy of life's experiences.

'Birth of a Poet

Heart lies low

awaits new birth

those special words

that flow heaven to earth

unchain the mind

render forth verse

now only echoes

in the depth of my soul.'

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'What really happened to Mima Joan McKim-Hill in 1967? Author Shirley Eldridge and Mima Joan McKim-Hill were friends and colleagues working for the Capricornia Regional Electricity Board in Rockhampton in 1967 when Mima disappeared while on the job. She had been abducted, raped and murdered and her body abandoned.
'Shirley tells this deeply personal story, starting with the events leading up to the abduction, and continuing through to the 40 years later, with the re-evaluation of the evidence, the unravelling of lies, and finally the naming of the killer.
'Mima is a uniquely gripping tale of dogged persistence during the exhaustive investigation by a few who cared.'

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'From weathered sailor to fencer to businessman to mayor to magistrate, the inimitable Edwin Macaree, with a passion for phrenology, Shakespeare and the stage, stormed Rockhampton in its early days, often cutting corners in his quest for power, wealth and status. Arriving in Rockhampton with a wife and just seven shillings and sixpence in his pocket in 1861, he initially struggled to survive. His great achievements were seriously threatened by the 1890’s financial crisis, forcing tough decisions. Family tragedies were not unknown to the Macarees whose lives were interwoven with the Fraser pioneering family. Though a tad younger, the Frasers were no less extraordinary.'

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'This is a ghost memoir about migrants who struggled throughout the Depression and War years. Florence Brown and her husband Bill were victims of the Irish Troubles and had to flee to a new country. Amidst racial tensions, poverty and migrant issues, this book describes the rough road of this family through early times in Western Australia’s history.'

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'When Maggie inherits her aunt's villa in Italy, she has no idea she will be flying into a whole new life, leaving Australia behind her. She has to learn to cope with learning a new language and has difficulty interacting with the handsome geometra who oversees the villa’s restoration. She doesn’t realise how Italy will become her life, and that she will ultimately have to make some very hard decisions.'

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'When Rachael Summerfield flees a brutal marriage and imposters herself as the heir to an isolated castle in the Scottish highlands, she inherits more than she bargained for. Thrust into a centuries old clan feud, she battles against the treacherous countryside and a clan that will stop at nothing to reclaim their land. If she does not remain as heir-apparent, the existence of the glorious, almost extinct Destrier horses will be jeopardised.Guided by the resident Horse Keeper, Brody Lachlan, Rachael must choose between her life in New York and her life in the Highlands, all the while wondering why her mother had betrayed her all her life and why Brody cannot give her his heart.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.