AustLit

'When something seems too good to be true, it probably is.

'Look beneath.' (Publication summary)

'No laws, no authority, no government or consequence, how far would you go to create your own destiny?

'If you possessed the power and had the direction, would you risk it all to gain the truth?What would you sacrifice to make your dreams come true?' (Publication summary)

'Imagine a galaxy where every species of animal has evolved into intelligent humanoids. Humans still exist, though just a single cog in the mechanics of sentient life . Governments and Religions once ruled with an iron fist, and for many centuries held their keep.

'Until one day the first of the Next Generations appeared and changed everything. One in a thousand creatures evolved amazing abilities, one in five thousand of those developed unimaginable power. With no laws or governing body in place someone will eventually take over and inflict their Darkness upon the galaxy. In this time only the toughest could reign supreme.' (Publication summary)

'So, what happens to the non-magical offspring of Witches and Sorcerers? Unworthy. Unwanted. Null. Newborns are pushed into the mortal realm, raised to be Custodians. Their only job to protect the magical dimensions from the Human stain. Indigo Kane is a null, she’s always known it. The feelings of rage and rejection have shaped her from birth, moulded her into the young woman she is today. Now none of that matters, her obligation will be over in a matter of months and then she is on the first bus out of town. Chesterford will be little more than a smudge in the rear view mirror and a blot on her heart… Except fate has other plans for Indy and they come in the form of Nate Aster her soulmate, Beatie Chastain her arch nemesis and Magister Hass a mage who might just be the death of her. Together they have to defeat a rising evil that threatens to destroy both the human world and the magical realm.'

(Source: publisher's blurb)

'During the maelstrom of World War 1, what happened to the strong-minded and courageous women leaders who had fought so long for justice and votes for women?

'Negotiating the End of War begins to answer those questions of how Brisbane's women peace-makers joined together to form a women's peace army, as part of a global movement, to advocate for the permanent end of war.'

Source : publisher's blurb

'This compelling book is the first in a series of tales set on Zore, a planet billions of light years away from Earth. Zore is divided into two large kingdoms; each kingdom has their own King. Ziodus is the slightly larger of the two kingdoms, and it is lush, green and beautiful. King Zian and Queen Familia rule and protect Ziodus with a vast Army. King Zian also had the unconditional loyalty and help of his wizard, Arios. Terhibos is the second kingdom, and it is full of darkness and evil. The handsome but evil King Shibok and his wizard, Lemikel, rule the dark side of Terhibos with an iron fist and great power.'   (Publication summary)

'There are 6 suspects, all of whom appear to have possible motives. According to Police Chief Jones and his offsider, Deputy Baxter, it is a simple open and shut case. But are they right? Can Inspector Maisie and Harris, her trusted assistant, solve the mysterious `Case of the Phantom Thief' before anything else is stolen? Are the suspects guilty, or will Inspector Maisie and Harris eventually discover the identity of the real thief? '

'Stan is going on holiday with his parents and brings along his best friend Vamick. They are looking forward to having lots of fun on the beach. Stan plans to practise his boogie boarding, and Vamick wants to go snorkelling.

'When they arrive, they hear that a wanted criminal is on the run from the police and a manhunt is being conducted in the area. Stan and Vamick want to catch the criminal and claim the reward, so they decide to do some sleuth work of their own.

'While playing on the beach one day, they uncover a secret – a secret they know will interest the police, but they can’t agree on what to do and their friendship is put to the test.'   (Publication summary)
 

'I know what you are thinking:
Does having a disability mean I am disadvantaged?
Does being gay mean I face discrimination?
Sometimes both — but not all the time.
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'Based on real-life events, ''Anecdotes of a Disabled Gay'' is a collection of the shit people say to a thirty-something-year-old disabled gay man. This book will change the way you think about disability and sexuality, one pair of 'magic shoes' at a time!

'Canberra-based Wayne is a public speaker, presenter, advocate, and now writer promoting the rights of and opportunities for people with disability and people in the LGBTIQ community. In his career to date Wayne has undertaken a number of speaking opportunities throughout Australia on issues of disability, diversity, and human resources. Wayne has a unique, humorous, thought-provoking, and challenging insight into the issues facing people with disability. He too has a disability, but is well-known for forgetting about it. ‘Is it wrong that I forget I have a disability? I just get on with things; I’ve got shit to do.’

'Wayne believes his parents won the diversity lottery, as he is a disabled, gay, aspiring drag queen!  Wayne can be regularly seen wearing magic shoes.' (Publication summary)

In the fifth issue, the conflict between the Barshasa Pride and the Redgrave forces subside. Bedella pays a painful price and Ash need help to save his fingers.

'In the fourth issue, violence erupts as the Barshasa Pride leaps to the offensive, and they discover the terrible cost of opposing Redgrave forces!'

Source: Publisher's blurb

'Chelsea had a smile on her face, her head dangling lifelessly with her eyes wide open, staring into a whole lot of nothing. Her boyfriend was next to her, his expression completely the opposite. His eyes were stitched shut with his mouth gaping wide, as if in a screaming sort of motion. His jaw had been ripped open, the blood drying around the skin; his head facing downwards, straight at my direction. Josie’s close friends were completely exposed and hanging from their hands on the tree in front of me. Their wrists ripped to shreds by the sharp blades of the branches, blood oozing out of their skin like somebody had painted a portrait and was waiting for appraisal. I don’t think I’d ever felt such a weight on my shoulders before, like a darkness had lifted where the sun should have risen and there was absolutely nothing that I could do to stop it. My name is Dexter Handfold. Welcome to my own personal hell.' (Publication summary)

'She kissed kissing goodbye! At the tender age of sixteen, author Autumn Zaloumis made a promise to accept the adventure of a lifetime--finding true love. Facing the hardships of social standards, womanhood, destiny, and romance, Autumn will show you what setting yourself apart from everyone else looks like in 2016. Waiting with a Purpose gives a brutally honest and unconventional look into dating, sexuality, and boys, boys, boys. Autumn uncovers the mystery surrounding boys who would rather DM and Facebook than come to your porch. She tackles issues such as FOMO ('fear of missing out') and what it means to be a woman in a time where cultural and biblical assumptions often leave women wondering where they stand in life and relationships. Autumn also includes entertaining accounts from likeminded young women.Join Autumn as she takes a personal journey to finding her true love.'  (Publication summary)

'Five-Minute Hero and Other Stories is a collection of intense and tender short stories about love, marriage, acceptance, and the nature of commitment and happiness.

'Author Anna Grynglas turns our eyes upon times of war, immigration, and the problems of modern families. Her stories glitter with love for people who find themselves in difficult times of war and emigration, and attempt to find their place in new circumstances; children from separate incidents in life who learn to develop their skills and character, and begin their life from scratch; and people who get up where they have fallen and try to keep going.

'This collection of impressive and entertaining stories forces us to question our expectations, our desires, and the way we live. Each story ends on a powerful note of optimism and energy, and will resonate in your mind long after the book is finished.' (Publication summary)