William Sparling William Sparling i(21267196 works by)
Gender: Male
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1 y separately published work icon Soul Captains William Sparling , Chippendale : Little Steps , 2022 25539339 2022 single work children's fiction children's

'Valour’s idyllic life turned upside down after leaving the army. The Afghanistan War veteran is now homeless and estranged from his wife and daughter. His Labrador remains his sole companion on the streets of Warrior Beach.

'On a sunny December day, Valour is unexpectedly reunited with loved ones and friends, bringing back uncomfortable memories.

'What happened in Afghanistan and can the former soldier redeem himself?

'Sometimes the hardest battles are fought on the home front.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Camouflage Kids William Sparling , Glebe : Little Steps , 2021 21267219 2021 single work children's fiction children's

'Set on Anzac Day, the book explores issues and challenges faced by military families, seen through the eyes of two 9-year-old children.

'Readers will gain a greater understanding of the modern Anzac spirit through humour, adventure and loss.'

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