A LISTING OF FAW MEMBERS’ BOOKS FOR SALE
Listed in approximate chronological order of publication.
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PAM BAYFIELD Silver Dreams: The Story of Broken Hill
Set in Broken Hill this historical saga takes us through various generations of several families whose lives cover the period of the city's beginnings to now. It is full of drama caused by poverty, cruel mining conditions, greed as well as family loyalty, love and endless striving to improve the quality of life in the town. Published by Mini Publishing. Available from Pam Bayfield on her website <www.pambayfield.com.au>. Cost $35 incl. p&h.
JOHN DENNETT The Bright and Breezy Poems of John Dennett
Over 50 light-hearted rhyming poems covering a wide selection of topics (with bushwalking being a popular theme) together with lots of humourous illustrations. Available from the author at 28/5 Hart Street, Lane Cove NSW 2066. Special price $5.00 incl. p&h.
MUDGEE VALLEY FAW 100 Stories and Poems
Be inspired by rainbows, confronted by ghosts, charmed by wildlife, bemused by murder and frustrated by curiosity. 186 page, perfect bound anthology 'ON THE WRITE TRACK'. $16.50 incl. p&h. Order from Jill Baggett, 11/18 George Street, Mudgee NSW 2850.
QUENDRYTH YOUNG The Whole Body Singing
English-language haiku is flourishing world-wide. In Australia, while honouring the traditional Japanese spirit, poets are exploring this short expression of experience with the authenticity of Australian themes. Quendryth Young, FAW Writing Fellow and winner of three international haiku competitions, has produced this collection of her haiku. Available from the author at 5 Cedar Court, Alstonville NSW 2477. $15 plus $2 p&h.
MAUREEN CLARKE My Stolen Youth
The true story of an innocent civilian interned and separated from his family in WWII. William Clarke’s life in Italy from birth to sixteen – to the end of the war – and four years of sadness, starvation and courage. Available from Maureen Clarke ph 02 9605 4735 <morcl72@unwired.com.au>. Published by Parker Pattinson Publishing. $21 incl p&h.
CYNTHIA ROWE Stinger in a Sugar Jar
Third book in the Genna Perrier series, Stinger in a Sugar Jar continues Genna's adventures as she travels to Far North Queensland to catch up with her birth mother, Sandrine. Details and preview at <www.zeus-publications.com/bookstore.htm>. $AU25.95 incl. p&h. Available from the author – phone 0419 207 350, or email <cynthia.rowe@ozemail.com.au> Author’s web site: <www.cynthiarowe.com.au>
JAN DEAN With One Brush
This poetry collection, which uses visual art for creative exploration of experience, memory, sensation and imagination, won the 2007 IP Picks Best First Book Award and includes a selection of previously published and awarded work. Jean Kent described the voice as “original and daring, riskily lateral and inventive.” Interactive Press, Brisbane ISBN 9781876819675. Contact the author J Dean, 16 Stephanie Close, Cardiff 2285. $21.50 incl. p&h.
GWYNETH GULLIVER ABC of what Mothers should REALLY tell their Daughters
is a humorous book to help both mother and daughter have fun as well as cope with the stresses of living SUCCESSFULLY in the technological and space-age world of today and be happy and fulfilled. $11 incl. p&h. Available from Gwyneth Gulliver, 25 Evans Street, Lake Cathie NSW 2445
DAVID CAMPBELL Morning Light
A collection of 11 original stories in a 72-page A5 perfect-bound paperback, published by Ginninderra Press. These are distinctly Australian stories that explore the lives of people through their relationship with their immediate environment, encompassing both urban and rural settings. ISBN: 9781740274517. Price: $20 (inc. P&H). Tel: 0400 468 500 Email: <camwriter@hotmail.com>
GLORIA CHALMERS Kundus, Cannibals and Cargo Cults
This is an account of a young girl arriving in Port Moresby in 1951. Whilst working with the Dept. of Public Health she met and married Dr. Vincent Zigas, discoverer of "kuru" or "laughing death". An unpretentious memoir. $24.95 postage paid by cheque or money order to Gallery 89 Partners, P.O. Box 302, Jerrabomberra NSW 2619. Ph. 02 6255 9432. <glochalmers@bigpond.com.au>
BETSY WEARING Beulah Lowe and the Yolngu People
Story of linguist Beulah Lowe's life amongst the Yolngu of northeast Arnhem Land (1950-77). She transformed the Gupapuyngu language into its written form and gave it back to the people to whom it belongs, thus creating a strong bridge for sharing and healing. Available from Betsy Wearing, 7 Palm Close, Glenning Valley NSW 2261. 391 pages. $30 +$6 p&h.
CHRIS RATH In The Name Of…
Comical Verse. The author’s eighth published work of poetic humour, written to arouse the hilarity of audiences around Sydney; includes also more philosophical and traditional verse of a satirical nature. All eight of his books available from the author 32/46 Walker Street, Redfern NSW 2016 – including titles: ‘Laugh! Laugh!’, ‘Laugh or Cry!’, ‘Reason!’, ‘The Last Laugh’, ‘Cock and Bull’, ‘More Cock and Bull’ and ‘The Satirical Satyr’. All books $20 incl. p&h.
SHARYN MUNRO The Woman on the Mountain
MEMOIR. Sharyn Munro lives a self-sufficient lifestyle in a mudbrick cabin on her remote mountain wildlife refuge. Alone but for her often intrusive wildlife neighbours, she is regenerating her property's decimated vegetation, at a pace dictated by unwelcome arthritis. She is also becoming a late-blooming environmental activist, helping to repair past damage and trying to do no more. 272 pages. Exisle Publishing <www.exisle.co.nz/australia/wom.htm>. Retail price: $29.95
MARGARET GUMLEY Magg's Moments by Request
A collection of 21 light-hearted observations first published in the Kiama Independent between 1999 and 2005. Drawn from general day-to-day happenings, these stories appeal to anyone with the ability to smile at life. The 96-page soft cover A5 book can be purchased from GumTree Press, PO Box 579, Kiama NSW 2533 for $10 plus $2 postage.
GARRY BOYD Black Gold
A group plans to “terrify Australia out of its senses” in this author’s first novel, set in the Hunter Region when coalmine shift engineer Mitchell Mayne is plunged into the secretive and dangerous world of international intelligence, security and undercover operatives. Available from Garry Boyd, 18B Higgins Close, Tea Gardens 2324; email <teagarden@bigpond.com> or phone (02) 4997 0598. $24.95 plus p&h $5.50 anywhere in Australia.
FAW SOUTH COAST 2 Anthologies
(1) Between Two Shores – a collection of members' stories and poems. $12 incl p&h.
(2) Youth Write 2006 – winning entries of competition for children in Bay & Basin area. $6 incl p&h. Or $16 for both. Available from Bay & Basin Writers Group, PO Box 133, Sanctuary Point 2540.
DAVID CAMPBELL Skycatcher: a collection of award-winning bush poetry
A collection of 32 original poems in a 96-page A5 perfect-bound paperback with four-colour gloss cover. $22 inc. p&h.
Also a one-hour CD of 15 poems performed by the author, Skycatcher: Selected Readings. $22 inc. p&h. Book and CD combined: $32 inc. p&h. Available from David Campbell, 1 Spicer Street, Beaumaris VIC 3193; email <camwriter@hotmail.com> or phone 0400 468 500.
JOYCE CRAIG 3 family histories
Mateer, Ireland to Australia, 1839: 200+ pages, stories & photos. $50.
Barby's Reprieve – convicts – 1692-2006: 200+ pages, stories & photos. $50.
Pioneering the Southern Highlands the Wright Way, 1750-2006. $50.
J. Craig, 203 Burge Road, Woy Woy 2256, tel (02) 4342 1764 or email <joycecr@bigpond.net.au>
THE WOY WOY WRITERS Around a Square Table
Published by The Woy Woy Writers, half of whose members have belonged to the Central Coast Regional FAW for many years. $10.
Enquiries Joyce Craig, 203 Burge Road, Woy Woy 2256.
JACQUELINE WINN Once More With Feeling
Award-winning short stories that will have you laughing, crying and simply wondering at the extraordinary lives of ordinary people. This collection will take you on a journey of the imagination that celebrates the amazing diversity of human life and cannot help but leave you looking at the world through different eyes. Available from Ginninderra Press at <ginninderrapress.com.au> or from the author at <jacquelinewinn.com> or by mail, 5 St Peter's Close, Possum Brush NSW 2430. $24 (plus $2.50 postage).
STROUD WRITERS Idylls Along the Karuah
A first time collection of poetry from Stroud and District in one book. From our earliest convict poet to today's verse. Beautifully illustrated with old and new black and white photographs. Traditional poems, bush poetry and free verse. Even a few songs. Available from Stroud Writers, PO Box 4, Stroud NSW 2425. Email: <stroudwriters@yahoo.com.au> $20 incl p&h.
JOAN BEARD Memories of a Gadabout
“Rich, desperately poor, comfortable and back to poor” is how joan Beard sums up her fascinating life story, which begins in Hampstead, London in 1919. As well as being her autobiography, Joan’s book is also a travelogue of entertaining and informative holiday adventures. Available from the author, 2/27 MacArthur Street, Killarney Vale NSW 2261. $25 plus $5 p&h.
LAURIE CHATER FORTH Margaret Catchpole
Margaret Catchpole… horsethief, gaol escapee, transported for life, she refused to fit the expected convict mould. This biography traces the colonial life of an independent woman who became a valued midwife and friend to the free settlers of the Hawkesbury. Available from L Forth, PO Box 120, Richmond NSW 2753. Cost $16.50 incl p&h.
PIP GRIFFIN Last song (the first year)
Pip’s second collection of poetry can be purchased from Gleebooks and the Feminist Bookshop or from the author at 40 Day Street, Leichhardt NSW 2040, phone 02 9560 9805. Cost $15 if collected or $18 posted. Pip’s first book, Salt Lake, is still available in the above bookshops and also at Berkelouw Books, Leichhardt.
DOREEN BOLTON 5 books to clear
Vintage and On The Run are both detective fiction. Woronora and After Woronora are both autobiographic. And Fireside Stories is a collection of 25 short stories. All books reduced for a quick clear out at $10 each (incl. postage NSW) from the author at PO Box 110, Port Macquarie NSW 2444.
JERRY BEHR Dissidence
Dissidence is poetry about welfare issues, e.g. “…middle-aged people on Newstart Allowance, describing difficulties with the dole”. Self-produced A4 size 37 pages, illustrated, laminated covers with plastic spiral binding. No cost, free postage, from the author, write PO Box 135, Miller NSW 2168 or text your postal address to 0437 145 306. FREE.
BESSIE JENNINGS Grounded!
Recitable rhymes "for Aussie kids" (aged 6 to 60). Includes eisteddford winning pieces. $10 incl. p&h. Available from the author: 5/50 Table Street, Port Macquarie NSW 2444.
FAW PORT STEPHENS Write Waves (Book 2)
The Fellowship of Australian Writers Port Stephens and Port Stephens Radio FM100.9, have combined to present this selection of short stories and poems written by the FAW members and read on FM Radio. This second book, published in November 2006, comprises stories and poems written during meetings and workshops, or in the writers' own time. $8.00 incl. postage. Order from Rona Tilden, 9 Spinnaker Way, Corlette NSW 2315.
ELLIS CAMPBELL A Selection of Original Verse (Audio CD)
New release CD. Ellis Campbell performs 14 of his prize-winning poems; 8 humorous and 6 serious. $22 includes p&p.
Books still available:The Gloss of Bush (52 major award-winning poems); Shadows of Yesteryear (42 award-winning poems). $12 each includes p&p.
Available from Ellis Campbell, 1 Lawson Street, Dubbo NSW 2830. Phone 02 6884 1726.
BEVERLEY GEORGE haiku: Spinifex
Pardalote Press, 2006. $18.50 incl post. Details on <www.pardalote.com.au>. Order from Pardalote Press, 44 Bayside Drive, Lauderdale Tasmania 7021 or from the author B M George, PO Box 37, Pearl Beach NSW 2256.
JERRY BEHR Dissidence
Dissidence is poetry about welfare issues, e.g. “…middle-aged people on Newstart Allowance, describing difficulties with the dole”. Self-produced A4 size 37 pages, laminated covers with plastic spiral binding, illustrated. Free including free p&h from the author, write PO Box 135, Miller NSW 2168 or text postal address to 04 3714 5306.
COLLEEN O’SULLIVAN Henbury: Early History of a Country Golf Course
A book about golf in an art deco town in an art deco age when three successful golf courses served a population of less than 4000 people. It is a combination of golfing, local and social history as well as being of interest to family historians of the Kandos-Rylstone area. Available from the author 02 9428 1680; <colosullivan@optusnet.com.au>. $18 plus p&h.
CYNTHIA ROWE Ants in My Dreadlocks
Sequel to Cynthia’s mature-teenage title Our Hollow Sofa, her latest novel is replete with quirky characters and culture clash. Suitable also for adults, Ants in My Dreadlocks takes you on a wild ride behind the tourist areas of New Caledonia. Details and preview at <www.zeus-publications.com/bookstore.htm> $22.95 incl. p&h. Available from the author – phone 0419 207 350 or email <cynthia.rowe@ozemail.com.au>
BEVERLEY GEORGE tanka: empty garden
A collection of tanka, the poetic genre with a 1300-year-old history, that has become popular with poets writing in English around the world. ‘…sensual and incisive…’ Janice M Bostok. empty garden is available from the author at PO Box 37 Pearl Beach 2256. email: <editor@eucalypt.info> $15 incl. p&h.
FAW MID NORTH COAST TURNING THE PAGE
This 206-page Anthology celebrates Coffs Harbour Writers Group’s twenty years of continued existence. It contains short stories, poems and prose. Available from the group, PO Box 1953, Coffs Harbour 2450. $18.40 incl. postage.
NEIL McINNES The Last Resort (E-book)
A satirical and amusing look at life, in an over fifties residential park. Discover what really goes on behind the security gates in one of these parks, when you visit Serenity Quays, a retirement resort for very active retirees. You can read the first three chapters free before purchasing the E-book for US$5 at:
www.speculativefictionreview.com
ROBERT BEE Heavens Above! – A Binocular Guide to the Southern Skies
2nd edition. A guide book with sky maps for 56 constellations, describing the wonders of space that can be seen through humble binoculars. Aimed at Southern Hemisphere viewers. No prior knowledge of astronomy required. 158 pages. Available from author at 8 Joseph Banks Court, Mt Annan NSW 2567, Ph 4647 4335, or <rmbee99@hotmail.com>. $18.50 incl. p&h.
RAJA (ARASA) RATNAM Hidden Footprints of Unity
“... a substantial work from an intelligent and spiritually perceptive man… an eminently readable memoir, uplifting, provocative and well-written.” Endorsed by James Murray, Paul Sheehan, George Zubrzycki and Humphrey McQueen. Available from Sidharta Publishers, PO Box 1102, Hartwell, Vic 3124. $24.95.
Refer also <http://home.iprimus.com.au/topsy12>
PAM BAYFIELD Knees Up Mother Brown – Get New Knees and Survive
Pam Bayfield self published this book to help others who have been through this major surgery as she did in July 2004. She had a bilateral knee replacement and is now back playing tennis! Her journey is told in the form of a diary explaining every agonising step to getting back her mobility. $28.00 incl. p&h. <www.pambayfield.com.au>
BEVERLEY KAY Indigo Road
A variety of poems from the diaries of a sole parent in the 1980s. $15.00 incl. p&h. Beverley Kay 4/58 Chester Rd, Ingleburn NSW 2565.
BRENDA BRYANT Little Somethings
Written specifically for performance, this collection of monologues is predominantly humourous and of a universal nature. One section is devoted to Australiana. Includes advice regarding staging and costuming, the result of many years of observing human nature, writing and performing. Details and preview at <www.lulu.com/content/227852>. $25.00 Contact the writer at 2/47 Merewether St, Merewether NSW, phone 4963 4699 or email <brendaabryant@hotmail.com>.
COLLEEN McMILLAN Smoke
Colleen’s first collection of short stories, ‘Fire’, has now sold out and here is your chance to acquire a copy of her second collection. It is available from the author at 11 Eden Vale Close, St Ives NSW 2075. 02 9449 3971. $25.00 incl. p&h.
FAW PORT STEPHENS Write Waves
Their first anthology, this a collection of members’ stories and poems, written during meetings, workshops and in the writer’s own time and shows how versatile each writer is. Available from Rona Tilden, 9 Spinnaker Way, Corlette NSW 2315. 02 4984 1198. $6.00 incl. p&h.
REYSH ROBERTS Mad As a Hatter
A tale of corruption in a nut house, with a jab of black humour. Available from the author at PO Box 540 Nelson Bay 2315. Or order online:
<www.madandyonline.com/hatter> $22.95 + $3.00 p&h.
RAJA (ARASA) RATNAM The Karma of Culture
A rare hard-hitting and insightful book with wide appeal. It deals with the cross-cultural impacts of a culturally and ethnically diverse immigrant intake, and the potential for Asian cultural and spiritual values to influence Western thinking about democracy, human rights and societal values. $32 post paid from the NSW Writers’ Centre.
PAT LINDSAY The Seeds of a Pomegranate
31 Prize-winning Stories, published by Ginninderra Press. $24 plus $3 p&h. Available from the author 2/9 Nowack Ave, Umina Beach 2257 or from Ginninderra Press, PO Box 6753, Charnwood ACT 2615 and their website <www.ginninderrapress.com.au>
JOHAN LUIDENS Invaders
Step back in time to experience the world during the Dutch incursion of England in 1667. ‘Invaders’ offers insight into the people and politics of this period, then it offers the reader a parallel story set in modern times. A young Dutch woman and an Australian (part aboriginal) man seek clues about their own past. Available from <www.tatepublishing.com> or mail author: 1/309 Avoca Drive, Green Point NSW 2251; email <luidens@terrigal.net.au>. Cost $20.
IRENE WILKIE Love & Galactic Spiders
A confident collection of poems dealing with the human and natural environment. Observations from a writer with a distinct voice. Available from the author, 324 Illaroo Rd, Bangalee NSW 2541, or from Ginninderra Press ACT. $20 incl. p&h.
MAGGIE WEST Getting Educated – An Uncertain Memoir
An important book, with insight into the current role of women in Australian society. Its social comment is pertinent to the role of education today. Zeus Publications, PO Box 2554, Burleigh MDC QLD 4220.
FAW FAR SOUTH COAST Leaps and Boundaries
This anthology of poems, stories and articles, reflects the rich and varied talent of the people of the Far South Coast. Find out about walking with ghosts, the sponge of doom, reflections on sardines, crocheted tomato sauce covers and colour coding the drought. Celebrating twenty years since our foundation. Available from FAWFSC, PO Box 291 Merimbula NSW 2548.
JANICE GRAY Fussy Britches
These monologues include reflections and expressions of frustration with technology, the private thoughts common to most of us when we stand in a supermarket queue, the birth of a baby which seems an endless wait or when the Christmas tree needs swift removal. Available from Ginninderra Press, PO Box 53, Charnwood ACT 2615. $13.50.
GARY HEKIMIAN Earth Poems for Time
This is a work of a poet of range and sensibility. Lovers of poetry will find much to reflect upon within these 138 pages, including ‘Menin Gate at Midnight’, celebrating the AWM and ‘Time’, where the god dimension starts and creates our universe. $25.00 incl. p&h. 8 Bluewater Drive, Narooma NSW 2546. Ph 02 4476 2428 .
JIM CONNOR A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Nursing Home
The story of caring for his wife who suffered with alzhiemers and of the agencies who provided assistance during that time. $17.00 incl. p&h. 54 Bateau Bay Road, Bateau Bay NSW 2261.
WILLIE FEINBERG They Said I Killed Christ
Traces the author’s life from inauspicious beginnings in the Bronx to many amazing and exotic lands. His travels and adventures would rival the legend of ‘Sinbad the Sailor’. $15.00 plus $2.50 p&h. Available from the author, PO Box 1578 Bowral NSW 2576.
ANGELA JOHNSON Neon Moons
A collection of poetry, ranging over the realities of poverty, family relationships and love. These poems often surprise with their poignant observation. $17.50 plus $5.00 p&h. Available from Ginninderra Press, PO Box 53, Charnwood ACT 2615 or phone 02 4344 2138.
FAW HASTINGS People of the Two Rivers
90 historical articles, anecdotes, photos, illustrations, poems of convicts, settlers, brigands from 1820 to 1960 in the Hastings and Camden Haven Valleys, by 50 contributors including Aboriginal elders. A4, 206pp, $30 incl. p&h, FAW Hastings, Box 67, Port Macquarie NSW 2444.
MERLE KAVANAGH Echoes from the Bay: The Yowie Bay Story
A colourful history of this bay in Port Hacking, just south of historic Botany Bay. Some great stories of the pub, the people, the pleasure grounds, the fishermen and ‘Tarzan’ with his distinctive call, selling fresh produce from his launch. A good read for anybody. 200 pages, 100 photos and maps. $35 incl. p&h. 6 Sumner St., Sutherland NSW 2232.
SR SELLIN The Fitzwaters
Family history of WG & EAF Fitzwater, who arrived in Sydney in 1839, and descendants. Associated names – Gardner, Fitz-Walter, Gro(s)venor, Starr, Leahy, Curr. SR Sellin, PO Box 72 Crows Nest 2065. $55 incl. p&h.
VALERIE PYBUS Pause a Moment
More than 120 pieces poignant, perky, passionate, profound. Coloured by experiences in the world of acting. Proceeds are given to children’s charity. $25.00 includes postage. 183 Holt Road, Taren Point NSW 2229. 02 9544 8630. <vallewis@tpg.com.au>
PETER KENNETH HALL All That Remain
(Under the pseudonym Kenneth Bloor). The verses in this collection were written by the author over more than half a century and on four continents. They range in mood from the reflective and the romantic to the humorous and the absurd. Available from Mr Amaya Hall, PO Box 239 Belrose NSW 2085. $12.50 plus $1.50 p&h.
ROBERT CULLEN Torn Apart
Novel about the final months of Elizabeth McDermott as she gets her ‘house in order’ before she dies. 346 pages. Available from the author, PO Box 3129 Narellan DC 2567. Enquiries 02 4655 1450.
PIP GRIFFIN Salt Lake
Dr Hilarie Lindsay, in her foreword to this book, said: “The poetry scene in Australia is alive and well with a multitude of voices. In this collection Pip Griffin adds another voice, one which shows compassion for suffering humanity, a love of nature, and the finely tuned ear to help her words sing.” Available from Gleebooks, The Feminist Bookshop and from the author, 40 Day St Leichhardt 2040. $12 incl. p&h).
QUENDRYTH YOUNG Naked in Sepia
A collection of life poetry, regional poetry and performance poetry. Available 5 Cedar Court, Alstonville NSW 2477, 02 6628 3753. $18.00 plus $1.95 p&h.
CENTRAL COAST POETS INC. Suburbs of the Mind
Showcasing best entries from the Henry Kendall Poetry Award, as well as a representative selection of members’ poems, this latest anthology is a must for the bookshelf. $14.50 incl. p&h, available from Central Coast Poets Inc, PO Box 780, Woy Woy NSW 2256. 4342 0476 or 4344 2138.
SHIRLEY GOODBAR With Flags Flying
A disillusioned schoolteacher looking for a change, falls into a job no one else wants. There follows fifteen years of on-the-job self-education as bandmaster to a small town marching band. A true story. $20 incl. p&h. 369 Little Jilliby Road, Little Jilliby NSW 2259.