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In THE GRAMMAR OF SELF, George Watt presents a lifetime of memories, which seemingly move at random from decade to decade, from continent to continent, from cosmos to microcosm. It does have one central goal: to look at poetry as an attempt towards objectification of aspects of personal identity, as a means through which the self may be confronted, challenged and celebrated. But the volume of verse does more than that as it subscribes to a notion from Thomas Szasz about the self: it is “not something that one finds.

A woman, a man, a white dog. The woman calls herself Gina, but it may not be her real name. The woman calls the man Mr Chipzenburger – definitely not his name. The dog is less complicated and is happy to answer to Electra.

Returning with her newest poetry book, beloved poet Courtney Peppernell (Pillow Thoughts) combines storytelling, poetry, and prose in a uniquely inspirational way. Filled with heartfelt anecdotes and insightful messages, The Way Back Home is a tribute to rebuilding our lives after loss. When a...

Time Will Tell is a collection of introspective poetry from bestselling author Courtney Peppernell. Come along and discover what it means to start inward and evolve into the version of yourself the universe knows you can be. From the bestselling author of Pillow Thoughts and Watering the Soul...

This is the story of a dark night of the soul, of traversing the depths of despair, and of rebirth. It shows the reality of hitting rock bottom. Not by a self-reported narrative written after the fact, but through unfiltered poetic expression written in real time during breakdown and recovery. The poems within this collection were written over a 24-month period and are presented in chronological order. They show the inner tumult and turmoil of a man desperately trying, and failing, to hold together the crumbling status quo of his prior existence.

With more from his acclaimed 1986 collection, Artificial Horizon is the second audio volume of Poems From The Book of My Enemy, read by the poet himself, Clive James. 'He rejoices in language, and he shows enormous skill in using it' – Sunday Telegraph After The Book of My Enemy, Clive James...

A delightful selection of entertaining poems, short essays, and written conversations involving the people of 20th century rural Australia and some of their working animals. This collection includes “When Dad Drives Home From Town,” “When the Sailor Rode the Brumby,” “The Old Barn School,” and many more.

Esson’s first collection of poems, Bells and Bees, was published in 1910; a second collection, Red Gums and Other Verses, in 1912. Although Esson published no further poetry collections, his verse continued to appear in magazines such as The Bulletin until the late 1920s.

American lawyer Julie Chen files a class-action lawsuit involving a multinational technology corporation and the Chinese government’s internet firewall, known as Golden Shield. When she hires her strong-minded sister Eva as her translator, what compromises will they make in order to win? And can they put aside their past differences to speak the same language?

Voy a descansar sin despertarme sobresaltada, para ver si la sangre me anuncia otra sangre nueva. Con el cuerpo seco para siempre. ¿Qué queréis saber? ¡No os acerquéis, porque he matado a mi hijo, yo misma he matado a mi hijo!

Annie Sherrington expects nothing from life – and is never disappointed. Cared for by the Foundling Hospital, then apprenticed to a housekeeper, she must live her life serving others. But when she’s falsely accused of theft, Annie is devastated to learn she’ll be transported to the far side of the world as a convict.

This poetic book tells the story of David, a farmer born in 1960s Australia who was expected to carry on his family’s traditions on the land. We follow his life from birth to an imagined death, spanning a turbulent time when small rural communities across Australia collapsed.

Holocaust Island was the inaugural winner of the David Unaipon Award in 1989. Graeme Dixon's poems address contemporary and controversial issues – from Black deaths in custody to the struggles of single mothers – and are as relevant today as when his book was first published. This dynamic collection is threaded with poems of spirited humour and sharp satire. Dixon's powerful voice rings out loud and clear.

Alice Collins liebt ihren Großvater aus tiefstem Herzen. Selbst jetzt, obwohl er mit einem Liegegips zu Hause im winterlich kalten Liverpool festsitzt und sie sich mit all den alleinstehenden Frauen herumschlagen muss. Die beliefern ihn mit Essen, guten Ratschlägen und verliebten Blicken. Neben ihrer Arbeit als Webdesignerin ist Alice’ einzige Ablenkung der Austausch mit Informatikern auf einer IT-Plattform. Vor allem mit einem, der ihr nicht mehr aus dem Kopf geht, seit sie einander nicht nur schreiben, sondern den Videochat nutzen.

Jade Jackson liebt Schafe – und ihren Job. Ihre Facharztausbildung im größten Krankenhaus ihrer Heimatstadt Las Vegas nähert sich dem Ende, als ein für Notärzte kaum nennenswerter Vorfall ihr die Freude an ihrem Beruf raubt. Ihr Bruder versucht, sie mit einem weiteren Schaf für ihre Sammlung aufzumuntern. Es hat ein Einhorn und ist in Zeitungspapier eingeschlagen, eine Anzeige ist rot eingekringelt. Spontan wie nie zuvor tauscht Jade die Wüstenstadt in Nevada gegen die atemberaubende Natur Neuseelands, die sterile Notfallambulanz gegen eine Schaffarm. Auszeit im Paradies!

Et si vous pouviez vous mettre dans la peau de l'être aimé ? Deux ans après leur rencontre, Flynn et Amy ont encore du mal à être sur la même longueur d'onde. Lorsque Flynn propose à Amy de s'installer avec lui, elle panique, commence à remettre en question leur histoire et à disséquer leur relation. Alors qu'elle songe à une rupture, Flynn a de grands projets pour sauver leur couple. Sur la route de campagne du Devon qui les conduit au mariage de Laura, la sœur aînée d'Amy, une dispute éclate.

South Sea Tales (1911) is a collection of short stories written by Jack London. Most stories are set in island communities, like those of Hawaii, or are set aboard a ship. Contents: The House of Mapuhi / The Whale Tooth / Mauki / "Yah! Yah! Yah!" / The Heathen / The Terrible Solomons / The Inevitable White Man / The Seed of McCoy

Sea Spray and Smoke Drift is a collection of poetry. The book showcases Gordon’s deep connection to nature, the sea, and the rugged Australian landscape. His verses explore themes of courage, adventure, and personal struggle, often reflecting his own turbulent life. The poems, characterized by their vivid imagery and rhythmic flow, capturing the spirit of colonial Australia. Notable pieces like “A Song of Autumn” and “The Swimmer” highlight his skill of lyrical storytelling.