Cirrus@Austlit

'"Nobody who comes from a broken home 

'wants to be broken."

'Retrospective takes a raw trip down memory lane, delving into the mind of a child navigating the streets of a council estate in northern England, stripping back the layers of young adulthood in the search for love and acceptance beneath the glare of the city neon lights, and finally crossing the bridge to a place where troubled past meets optimistic future in a literary celebration of transformative determination and steely inner strength.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'With colourful illustrations, this book is the perfect way to introduce your little one to the basics of numbers and counting.

'A collaboration between Karen and Chelsea.'

Source : publisher's blurb

'With colourful illustrations, this book is the perfect way to introduce your little one to the basics of numbers and counting.

'A children's book collaboration between Karen Mc Dermott and Chelsea Wilcox.' (Publication summary)

'Kookaburras, emus, koalas and kangaroos are just some of the Australian animals you will doscover in this fact filled book.

'Karen Weaver educates young minds through interesting rhyming verse.

'Jeannette Lees brings those words to life by placing each animal in its natural environment.

'There's so much to learn and see.

'What's your favourite Australian animal? Look inside and find out.' (Publication summary)

'Sarah is a twenty-four-year-old Irish girl who falls head over heels for Brax, an Australian backpacker who convinces her to return to Australia with him for a year. Much to the horror of her overprotective mother who is devastated that her daughter will miss out on the opportunity to dance at the stage production of Riverdance. She could never of forseen what would happen on her arrival in Australia,but one thing is for certain...there is No Turning Back.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Alphabet Job Buddies presents the alphabet to young readers in an entertaining way that will help children remember the sound that certain letters make and what they look like. In addition to this, the book has the potential to be a great educational tool for exploring gender roles in society.'

Source: Publisher's blurb (2017 ed.).

'It is time to meet Cuthburt the clown giraffe. He is sure to make you laugh. In this wonderful rhyming tale you will discover what he gets up to every day in the circus.' (Publication Summary)

'Cuthburt is clowning around again in an all new tale. This time he is visiting the beach with all of his circus friends. Will it all go to plan?' (Publication Summary)

'Cara is nursing a broken heart. Her life has just been turned upside down. Her heart aches a physical pain that only time can heal. It should have been the best time of her life.

'Visiting her high flying aunt on the other side of the world seemed like a good idea. Just enough distance between her and her cheating ex-fiancé, Hugh. Meeting dreamy Curtis on the rebound may not seem like a good idea, but it sure does feel good. 

'Will Cara’s heart find the place it needs to heal?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'There is a new superhero in town. Superhero Scoobers is here to save the day. Join him as he first visits superhero land where he will undergo a series of challenges in the hope of earning his certificate of superhero-ness.' (Publication Summary)

' Mommy Monster is trying to teach little monster about life. Join them both on more of their rhyming adventures as this reluctant little monster has new experiences.' (Publication Summary)

'A magical story focusing on emotions and how a day may begin sad but with a little focus it can be made happy. Bunny is feeling sad today. Join him as he goes on a magical journey in search of happiness. Maybe it was never too far away after all.' (Publication Summary)

'Third book in the series. It is time for the Memory Taker to embark on his mission of enlightening those in need. Never in his wildest dreams would he have imagined the turn of events that is about to occur. His job is just about to get a lot more complicated, especially with the added distraction of the enchanting Arianna. She holds the key to his heart but she is also his best friend. One thing is for sure, we all have a journey and that journey will ultimately lead us to our true destination. 'There is always a shining light, if you only take a moment to see it, it will set you free"' (Publication summary)

'Have you heard of the Hair Fairy? Let me introduce Fairy E. In this magical rhyming tale she will show your child why it is important that they have their hair cut and how they will be rewarded. ' (Publication Summary)

'The Roly Poly Princess has to make the most out of a dull situation and when she takes a moment to embrace her creativity she turns her day around.' (Publication Summary)

'Do you know how to Irish Dance? Let me introduce Saoirse. In this magical rhyming tale you will be introduced to Irish dancing and learn how much dedication it takes be part of this wonderful dancing culture.' (Publication Summary)

'Five women, each with their own tribulation, walk through life with their dreams that mean everything to them. The Visitor comes to make changes, to provide each a gem that, if things go well, will be the pivotal point that they yearn for. The plot twists and the enticement of what the next page may unfold will leave the reader with chores still to be done and dinner uncooked.'  (Publication summary)