AustLit

'A troubled teen haunted by the memories of her father and inspired by his visions of time and space. Whoever she meets will feel the effects of her inner wisdom and humanity. Carla is an unforgettable character whose life demonstrates the possibility of rising above circumstances in a very thought-provoking read.' (Source: Publisher's blurb)

'This book is made up of five short stories. Obscured by Clouds centres around Jason, who does t have long to live. He gets together with a bunch of old friends to celebrate his new brother-in-law's buck's night, the wedding to his sister and a horseracing meet where he cherishes his time with his young niece. In Obscured by Clouds 2 Jason has passed away and goes on a journey from the ocean to Heaven's gates. Purgacide is the author's satirical idea of life in Heaven. Jason (w called Giffard) gets involved in a Rugby Union tournament - the game they play in Heaven - where his team wins its way to the cup final. Lucky Star recounts the adventures of a group of lawn bowlers who play a tournament on a planet called Oderato. Wake up, Jeff is a story about a guy who gives up his role of coaching a kids' football team to start out in politics. He goes on an adventurous night on LSD where he has an accident. On his rehabilitation he is set a political assignment and helps a kid who has lost his balance in life.' (Publication summary)

'This book is made up of five short stories. • Home Brew tells the tale of a man who turns his life around while caring for his grandmother. • Golf is about the fulfilment of a dream to make a living out of golf and finally hitting the 'Big Time'. • The Gamble is centred around gambling, greyhound and horse racing and a guy who finds himself through opportunity. • Rock 'n' Roll follows the life of an Australian band on the road along with sex, drugs and the high life. • Heading Down to New Orleans is a recollection of the author's travels in the USA.' (Publication summary)