'This story comes from the wise and ancient language of the First People of the Western Australian south coast. Noorn is a story of alliances between humans and other living creatures, in this case a snake. It tells of how protective relationships can be nurtured by care and respect.' (Publication summary)

'The world is in ruins after a cataclysmic event, known as ‘the flash,’ has destroyed every adult in the western world, leaving only a generation of children to preserve the remnants of Australian culture. This generation, however, is not alone, as a cascade of third world refugees soon arrive on the shores, and a new society is formed.

'Clair, Danny and Sarah are three siblings trapped in the torment of this ever changing world, and it is only through great pain, suffering and endurance that they can rise to the relentless struggle for survival. Fighting against vicious gangs, gamblers and slavers, the three embark on an adventure that will have them face the brutal reality of ‘The Third World.’' (Publisher's blurb)

'They continued to venture forward into the unknown; focused only on escaping from the invaders, on being safe. Nothing else mattered anymore, nothing else was important anymore, there was little else they could do.’

'Alex, a fifteen-year-old high school student, wakes up one morning to discover that humanity has disappeared from existence. The only remaining life on earth is an army of mysterious invaders with abilities beyond the likes Alex could ever have imagined. As he uncovers the history and events that lead to the abduction of his entire race, Alex begins to discover that his role in the invasion is more significant than he had first thought. Now he finds himself unravelling the mystery of the Vel-tren, while avoiding capture at every turn.' (Publisher's blurb)