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Concon has worked in a tax office and a video shop. He is also an artist, and his art has been included in the Sulman Prize Exhibition at the Art Gallery of New South Wales. He has lived in Australia.
yNirvana's ChildrenSt Lucia:University of Queensland Press,2001Z8274212001single work novel young adult (taught in 1 units)'Napolean was born to conquer the world—or something. But the world can be a disappointing place. Busting his way out of school he takes to the streets of the Cross, hooking up with Sammie, an astro-chick with attitude and a sweet tooth.
Napolean soon falls into the orbit of the doll-faced, charismatic gang leader, Blondie, & the battle begins. What's to be done when the kids are planning Armageddon & Luna Park just keeps laughing?' (Source: Eidolon.net)