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Alex Miller has twice won the prestigious Miles Franklin Literary Award, Australia’s premier literary prize; the first occasion in 1993 for The Ancestor Game, and again in The Ancestor Game, and again in The Ancestor Game

2003 for Journey to the Stone Country. Conditions of Faith, his fifth novel, won the Christina Stead of Faith, his fifth novel, won the Christina Stead of FaithPrize for Fiction in 2001. More recently, Lovesongwas shortlisted for the 2010 Miles Franklin Award and Prime Minister’s Literary Award, and winner of the 2010 Age Book of the Year and 2011 Christina Stead Prize for Fiction in the NSW Premier’s Literary Awards, as well as winning the overall People’s Choice award. He lives with his wife in Castlemaine, Vic.

What the Family NeededSteven AmsterdamPaperbackRRP $24.95‘Okay, tell me which you want: to be able to fly or to be invisible?’ And so begins the invisible?’ And so begins the invisible?’tale of one particularly gifted family. From a mystified

teenager to an over-tired night nurse to a conflicted exile, the author captures the family members’ secrets over thirty years. The surprising strengths they each find show them how to change their lives – and what the family needs in order to survive.

FOReCaSt tURBUleNCeJanette Turner HospitalHardbackRRP $22.99Forecast Turbulence is a Forecast Turbulence is a Forecast Turbulencebreathtaking collection of nine short stories and one memoir from internationally acclaimed Australian author

Janette Turner Hospital. It features an enigmatic cast of characters, whose stories of raw emotion and heartbreaking vulnerability are sensitively portrayed in this compelling collection. A wonderful gift!

COld lightFrank MoorhousePaperbackRRP $32.95It is 1950. The League of Nations has collapsed and the newly formed United Nations has rejected all those who worked and fought for the League. Edith Campbell Berry and her

husband Ambrose Westwood are now back from one of the oldest cities of the world to live in Canberra - a dusty town trying to become a national capital…Cold Light completes the circle begun in Cold Light completes the circle begun in Cold Light Grand Days. In Edith Campbell Berry, Frank Moorhouse has created one of the most unforgettable female characters in Australian literature.

FOal’S BReadGillian Mears PaperbackRRP $32.99Set between the wars in northern NSW, Foal’s Bread explores the lives Bread explores the lives Breadof the Nancarrow family, in particular Noah and her daughter Lainey. The

landscape and marvellous characters are brought to life vividly in exquisite, lightly placed prose. This is a remarkable novel that stands out in a year full of notable Australian fiction.

aNimal PeOPleCharlotte Wood PaperbackRRP $29.99Charlotte Wood revisits one of the characters from her previous best seller The Children. Stephen is at a crossroads in his life - unhappy, disillusioned, with

a dead end job and a commitment phobia and bowed a dead end job and a commitment phobia and bowed down by life itself. The novel covers just one day down by life itself. The novel covers just one day and is at times heartbreaking, uplifting, hilarious and and is at times heartbreaking, uplifting, hilarious and confronting. A beautiful, wonderfully written story.confronting. A beautiful, wonderfully written story.

the BeSt aUStRaliaN eSSayS 2011; the BeSt aUStRaliaN StORieS 2011 Cate Kennedy; Ramona Koval Paperbacks RRP $29.95 each

the BeSt aUtRaliaN POemS 2011 John Tranter Paperback RRP $24.95The best Australian writing of 2011 in three superb collections. In The Best Australian Essays 2011, Ramona Koval compiles a diverse and invigorating collection of the year’s best non-fiction; in The Best Australian Stories 2011, Cate Kennedy selects the year’s most outstanding short fiction and in The Best Australian Poems 2011, renowned poet John Tranter selects the finest poems written by Australians overthe past year.

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aUtUmN laiNgAlex Miller Hardback RRP $39.99The cantankerous and engaging Autumn Laing The cantankerous and engaging Autumn Laing has long outlived the legendary circle of artists has long outlived the legendary circle of artists she cultivated in the 1930s. Now ‘old and she cultivated in the 1930s. Now ‘old and skeleton gaunt’, she reflects on her tumultuous skeleton gaunt’, she reflects on her tumultuous relationship with the abundantly talented Pat relationship with the abundantly talented Pat Donlon. She also looks back on the effect Donlon. She also looks back on the effect that relationship had on her husband, on Pat’s that relationship had on her husband, on Pat’s wife and the body of work which launched wife and the body of work which launched Pat’s career. This is a fictionalised version of Pat’s career. This is a fictionalised version of Sunday Reed’s life, and it peels back the layers Sunday Reed’s life, and it peels back the layers of truth and deception in the artistic group she inhabited. This is a brilliantly alive and insistently energetic story of love, from the Miles Franklin award-winning author of Lovesong. WIN a set of Alex Miller backlist titles. For details go to the competition page at www.indies.com.au. To read a Q&A with Alex Miller go to www.indies.com.au

For your chance to WIN a collection of books worth $1295, simply purchase a book featured in this catalogue, from the store named on the cover, and tell us in 25 words or less why you enjoy shopping at your local independent bookstore. The prize of 100 books includes a fantastic selection of fiction titles in the Vintage Classics range.

Entry forms with proof of purchase must be returned to the store named on the cover of this catalogue or entered online at www.indies.com.au. Entries close 31/12/11. The winning entry will be judged by the General Manager of Leading Edge Books on 12/01/12 at 3 Fitzsimons Lane, Gordon NSW 2072. The winner will be notified by phone. Employees and immediate relatives of Leading Edge Books members and their direct suppliers are ineligible to enter. All entries remain the property of Leading Edge Books, the judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. The prize is not redeemable for cash. Full terms and conditions available at www.indies.com.au

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a PRivate liFeMichael KirbyHardback RRP $35When Michael Kirby retired from the High Court in 2009 he was Australia’s longest serving judge. In this collection of reminiscences he looks back over his life and reveals the private

person – from his early life to his forty-two year relationship with Johan van Vloten. This is a beautifully written, reflective and generous memoir.

aFteR WORdSPaul KeatingHardback RRP $59.99

Speeches, pieces of journalism, obituaries and memorials come together to form a unique insight into the former Prime Minister, Paul Keating. From friendship and privacy, to international political

systems, this is a treasure trove of Keating’s opinions, interests and concerns. A landmark publication full of the flair you’d expect from the most quotable PM we’ve ever had! SPECIAL OFFER: WIN a limited signed copy. For details go to the competition page at www.indies.com.au.

maWSONPeter Fitzsimons Hardback RRP $49.95This is the story of Douglas Mawson, Australia’s This is the story of Douglas Mawson, Australia’s most famous Antarctic explorer. Along with most famous Antarctic explorer. Along with Scott, Amundsen and Shackleton, he was a Scott, Amundsen and Shackleton, he was a key expedition leader during the Heroic Age key expedition leader during the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration. In 1911 he led an of Antarctic Exploration. In 1911 he led an expedition into the virgin frozen continent. After five weeks, tragedy struck and Mawson’s two companions perished, leaving him alone and 160 miles from safety. Peter Fitzsimons tells the staggering tale of Mawson’s survival against the odds, and how he arrived back in time to see his rescue ship disappearing over the horizon. He masterfully interweaves the other polar explorers into the story to bring the events of Mawson’s extraordinary survival to life.

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the BiggeSt eState ON eaRth: hOW aBORigiNeS made aUStRaliaBill GammageHardback RRP

In this ambitious and controversial study, Bill Gammage rewrites the history of the Australian

continent. For over a decade, Gammage has examined written and visual records of the Australian landscape before 1788, to uncover an extraordinarily complex system of land management. Aboriginal people used the life cycles of native plants and the natural flow of water to ensure plentiful wildlife and plant foods throughout the year, creating what Gammage describes ‘the biggest estate on earth’.

amONg the iSlaNdSTim Flannery Paperback RRP $32.95Twenty-five years ago, Tim Flannery set out to research the fauna of the Pacific Islands. With accounts of discovering, naming and sometimes eating new species, Flannery takes us

on an enthralling journey through some of the most spectacular environments on earth. The third book in a loose trilogy of Flannery’s personal adventures.

a POiNt OF vieWClive James Paperback RRP $32.99The BBC Radio 4 series, A Point of View, has been A Point of View, has been A Point of Viewon the air since 2007. Clive James was one of the most popular presenters, talking for ten minutes about anything and everything that captured his imagination. Here for

the first time are his sixty original broadcasts in one complete volume. Intelligent, entertaining and fun!

aUStRaliaN POetRy SiNCe 1788Edited by Robert Gray & Geoffrey Lehmann HardbackRRP $69.95This landmark anthology of Australian poetry is edited by two of Australia’s foremost poets, Geoffrey Lehmann and Robert Gray. Containing

over 1000 poems from 170 Australian poets, as well as short critical biographies, this careful re-evaluation of Australian poetry makes this a superb book that can be read and enjoyed over a lifetime.

aUStRaliaNS (vOlUme 2): eUReka tO the diggeRSThomas Keneally Hardback Hardback RRP $59.99

In this second volume of Thomas Keneally’s In this second volume of Thomas Keneally’s widely acclaimed history of the Australian widely acclaimed history of the Australian people, we discover a vibrant land on the cusp people, we discover a vibrant land on the cusp of nationhood. From the 1800s to World of nationhood. From the 1800s to World War I, with a rich assortment of inspiring and War I, with a rich assortment of inspiring and contradictory characters, Keneally brings to contradictory characters, Keneally brings to life the people of a young and cocky nation. It life the people of a young and cocky nation. It was a time of social experiment and reform, of was a time of social experiment and reform, of industrial radicalism and women’s rights. This is truly a new history of Australia, by an author of outstanding literary skill and experience. SPECIAL PRICE OFFER:Australians Vol 1 at Australians Vol 1 at Australians$30 (RRP$59.99) with purchase of Australians Vol 2. Australians Vol 2. Australians*While stocks last.

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the maSteR: a PeRSONal PORtRait OF BaRt CUmmiNgSLes Carlyon Hardback RRP $59.99

Les Carlyon is well-known as a master of the military

history genre and here has turned his hand to capturing the fascinating and successful life of Bart Cummings, whose horses have won 12 Melbourne Cups. In this personal portrait, Carlyon brings all his considerable skills to bear on documenting Cummings’ remarkable career. Fully illustrated with over 100 photographs and paintings.

BeSt aUStRaliaN SCieNCe WRitiNg 2011Stephen Pincock (Ed.) Foreword by Peter Doherty PaperbackRRP $29.95Great science writing appears in many different

places – newspapers, blogs, journals – but it has never been showcased in an anthology. Whether it is about the forces driving the universe or the delicate hairs on the back of your neck, science offers a scope other subjects cannot match! With a foreword by Nobel Prize winner Peter Doherty.

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ShelteRFrances GreensladePaperback RRP $29.99This is a spellbinding coming-of-age novel set in a breathtaking Canadian landscape. Shelter draws Shelter draws Shelterreaders into the precarious world of two young sisters in search of their mother, in a story that is atmospheric

and tense as well as touching and haunting.

the Sea iS my BROtheRJack KerouacHardback RRP $39.95December release, advance orders welcome

Published in its entirety for the first time, The Sea is My Brother is Jack Kerouac’s Brother is Jack Kerouac’s Brotherfirst novel. Described by Kerouac as being about ‘man’s simple revolt from

society as it is’, the 158-page handwritten manuscript was not published during his lifetime. The novel follows the fortunes of Wesley Martin, a man who Kerouac said ‘loved the sea with a strange, lonely love; the sea is his brother and sentences.’

WaitiNg FOR ROBeRt CaPaSusana Fortes Paperback RRP $19.99In the terrors of war, armed with a camera, a love story between two photographers unfolds. Based on the true story of Gerda Taro and Robert Capa, and set to be the next film by

award-winning director Michael Mann,award-winning director Michael Mann, Waiting for Robert Capa is a moving tribute to all journalists and is a moving tribute to all journalists and Robert Capa is a moving tribute to all journalists and Robert Capaphotographers who lose their lives to show us the photographers who lose their lives to show us the world’s daily transformations.world’s daily transformations.

BReakiNg aWayAnna GavaldaHardback Hardback RRP $16.95In this exquisitely told story, In this exquisitely told story, bestselling French author bestselling French author Anna Gavalda explores the Anna Gavalda explores the themes of time passing and themes of time passing and the highs and lows of family the highs and lows of family life. On the car journey to life. On the car journey to a family wedding, Garance a family wedding, Garance reflects on how adult life, reflects on how adult life,

with its disappointments and responsibilities, has not with its disappointments and responsibilities, has not always gone to plan for herself or her three siblings. always gone to plan for herself or her three siblings. But just around the corner lies the chance for them But just around the corner lies the chance for them to revisit their younger, carefree selves in a delightful, to revisit their younger, carefree selves in a delightful, unplanned escapade.

OBedieNCeJacqueline Yallop Paperback RRP $29.99This exquisite novel explores the nature of truth, desire and innocence. As Sister Bernard’s life comes to an end, she revisits her past as a naïve young nun living in a French convent during the

war. The poignancy of her situation and the beautiful war. The poignancy of her situation and the beautiful war. The poignancy of her situation and the beautiful prose makes this a very satisfying read.prose makes this a very satisfying read.prose makes this a very satisfying read.

the SeamStReSSMaria Duenas Paperback RRP $32.99December release, advance orders welcome

In this book of epic proportions, Maria Duenas beautifully captures the voice of her characters. The trials and tribulations of Sira, a

Spanish seamstress, will keep the reader captivated from the beginning of the book. The story is woven around the Spanish Civil War, World War II and historical figures who will engage the reader. Sira is a character you will love!

the dOvekeePeRSAlice Hoffman Paperback RRP $29.99In 70 CE, 900 Jews held out for months against a Roman army on Masada, a mountain in the Judea desert. Hoffman tells the story of four female dovekeepers whose lives intersect during the siege. The women are from different backgrounds and they all have their own secrets - about who they are, where they come from, who fathered them, and whom they love. A mesmerising feat of historical fiction and an unyielding story of courage and feminine endurance.

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1Q84Haruki Murakami Hardback RRP $39.95

Two stories and two fascinating characters. The year is 1984, and Murakami fashions a magnificent thriller and love story as an ode to George Orwell’s

Nineteen Eighty-Four. Nineteen Eighty-Four. Nineteen Eighty-Four 1Q84 is a magnificent and 1Q84 is a magnificent and 1Q84fully-imagined work of fiction, creating a world from which the reader emerges stunned and altered.

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the maRRiage PlOtJeffrey Eugenides Paperback RRP $29.99This Christmas’ most eagerly awaited book, The Marriage Plot centres on an unusual love The Marriage Plot centres on an unusual love The Marriage Plottriangle, the focal point of which is Madeleine, an English Major at Brown University. We also meet Mitchell, a Religious Studies Major, who fell instantly in love with Madeleine the first day he met her and secretly believes he will marry her one day. Completing the triangle is Leonard, a character that would not be out-of-Leonard, a character that would not be out-of-place in a Richard Yates novel. This amazing place in a Richard Yates novel. This amazing novel is an exploration of love and relationships novel is an exploration of love and relationships as well as spirituality, madness, individualism and companionship. A fabulous read from the Pulitzer Prize winning author of Middlesex.

the lady OF the RiveRS and the WOmeN OF the COUSiNS’ WaR Philippa GregoryHardbacksRRP $$36 each36 eachThe Lady of the RiversThe Lady of the Rivers is Philippa is Philippa The Lady of the Rivers is Philippa The Lady of the RiversGregory’s enthralling fictional Gregory’s enthralling fictional Gregory’s enthralling fictional account of the life of Jacquetta, account of the life of Jacquetta, account of the life of Jacquetta, famously known as the mother famously known as the mother famously known as the mother of Elizabeth Woodville, but also of Elizabeth Woodville, but also of Elizabeth Woodville, but also an extraordinary woman in her an extraordinary woman in her an extraordinary woman in her own right. In own right. In The Women of the The Women of the Cousins’ WarCousins’ War, Philippa Gregory , Philippa Gregory Cousins’ War, Philippa Gregory Cousins’ Warand two historians, leading and two historians, leading and two historians, leading experts in their field, examine experts in their field, examine experts in their field, examine the lives of Elizabeth Woodville, the lives of Elizabeth Woodville, the lives of Elizabeth Woodville,

Margaret Beaufort and Jacquetta Woodville, women Margaret Beaufort and Jacquetta Woodville, women Margaret Beaufort and Jacquetta Woodville, women who, until now, have been largely forgotten by history. who, until now, have been largely forgotten by history. who, until now, have been largely forgotten by history. Receive a FREE bookmark with purchase. Receive a FREE bookmark with purchase. Receive a FREE bookmark with purchase. *While stocks last.

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New FICTIonCOOkiNg the BOOkSKerry Greenwood PaperbackRRP $22.99Another fantastic romp with Kerry, Corinna and of course, the delicious Daniel. Corinna is on holidays until she is roped into working on the set of a new television series. Now she has her

hands full - keeping an eye on Goss and Kylie, as well as managing a cranky head chef and Jason, hasn’t been in contact for weeks… EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Receive a FREE exclusive recipe book with purchase. *While stocks last. WIN a Kerry Greenwood backlist pack – for details go to the competition page at www.indies.com.au.

the SeCRet iN theiR eyeSEduardo Sacheri PaperbackRRP $29.99This rich, complex, enthralling crime novel has everything: a wonderful whodunit; the politics of Argentina’s Dirty War; the corruption of the judicial

system; an unrequited love affair and a terrific main system; an unrequited love affair and a terrific main character in retired Detective Benjamin Chaparro. A character in retired Detective Benjamin Chaparro. A must for crime lovers!must for crime lovers!

daUghteR OF SmOke aNd BONeLaini Taylor PaperbackRRP $24.99Set in Prague, art student Karou leads a double life. Her fantasy sketches reflect the ‘Elsewhere’ world where, as an orphan, she was raised by chimaera. With surprises at every turn, you

will be drawn into Karou’s life in this beautifully written will be drawn into Karou’s life in this beautifully written novel laced with romance and magic.novel laced with romance and magic.

matilda iS miSSiNgCaroline Overington PaperbackRRP $32.95Garry and Softie were never love’s young dream. They had both wanted children, and got married to produce the only thing they ever had in common: Matilda. Two

years later, she is at the centre of a bitter custody years later, she is at the centre of a bitter custody battle, with both parents insisting that her wellbeing battle, with both parents insisting that her wellbeing is the only thing they care about. In truth, it is Matilda is the only thing they care about. In truth, it is Matilda who pays the highest price.who pays the highest price.

ed kiNgDavid GutersonPaperbackRRP $29.99Ed King’s progress - from an abandoned baby to one of the world’s richest men - is told in a darkly humorous tone. It invokes the Oedipus myth, whilst acknowledging that past transgressions

cannot be eliminated by money and power. This is an exciting new novel by the author of Snow Falling on Cedars.

the Night CiRCUSErin MorgensternPaperbackRRP $32.95This is a whimsical tale of two powerful magicians locked in eternal battle; a story of forbidden love and death-defying feats. Set in the late 19th century, the circus arrives without

warning, opens at dusk and closes at dawn. Celia and Marco are forced into competition, devising more and more complex demonstrations of their talents. This is a magical story which you will not want to end!

the tiNy WiFeAndrew Kaufman HardbackRRP $14.99Quirky and charming, part fairytale and part fable, The Tiny Wife is delightful. A Tiny Wife is delightful. A Tiny Wiferobber walks into a bank, not to steal cash but to take the most important item in everyone's life. He also

leaves with 51% of their soul. The strange events of the bank robbery will affect everyone present on that fateful day. A poignant tale presented in a gorgeous gift edition with illustrations.

the PRagUe CemetaRyUmberto Eco PaperbackRRP $32.95A new book by Umberto Eco, bestselling author of The Name of the Rose is always Name of the Rose is always Name of the Rosean event and The Prague Cemetery is no exception. Cemetery is no exception. Cemetery19th century Europe - from

Turin to Prague to Paris - abounds with the ghastly and the mysterious. From the unification of Italy to the Paris Commune, Europe is in tumult, conspiracies abound and everyone needs a scapegoat. But what if, behind all of these conspiracies, both real and imagined, lay one lone man?

aN hONOURaBle maNGillian Slovo Paperback RRP $29.99December release, advance orders welcome

This is an absorbing Victorian novel by the bestselling author of Black Orchids, Gillian Slovo. It is Orchids, Gillian Slovo. It is Orchidsbased on the lives of Major-

General Charles George Gordon, who led extensive campaigns in China and Africa, and William Thomas Stead, a British journalist who was considered the father of tabloid journalism and who famously lost his life on the maiden voyage of the Titanic. Slovo artfully weaves historical fact with fiction, creating a vivid portrait of a time of cultural and technological change.

UNUSUal USeS FOR Olive OilAlexander McCall Smith Hardback RRP $32.99

This hilarious new novel from the inimitable Alexander McCall Smith is the follow up to The 2 ½ Pillars of Wisdom. When Professor von Igelfeld’s friend Ophelia

Prinzel takes it upon herself to match-make, and duly produces a cheerful heiress with her own Schloss, it appears that the Professor’s true worth is about to be recognised. Hugely entertaining!

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the StReet SWeePeRElliot Perlman Paperback RRP $32.9532.95Recently released from prison, Lamont Recently released from prison, Lamont Williams, a janitor in a Manhattan hospital, Williams, a janitor in a Manhattan hospital, strikes up an unlikely friendship with an elderly strikes up an unlikely friendship with an elderly Holocaust survivor. A few kilometres uptown, Holocaust survivor. A few kilometres uptown, Australian historian Adam Zignelik finds both his Australian historian Adam Zignelik finds both his career and his long-term romantic relationship career and his long-term romantic relationship falling apart. As these two men try to survive falling apart. As these two men try to survive in early twenty-first century New York, history in early twenty-first century New York, history comes to life in ways neither of them could have comes to life in ways neither of them could have foreseen. Two very different paths - Lamont’s and Adam’s - lead to a greater story about memory, love, racism and unexpected kindness. Epic in scope, this is a truly remarkable feat of storytelling.

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midWiNteR SaCRiFiCeMons Kallentoft PaperbackRRP $29.99A chilling police procedural from Swedish author Mons Kallentoft. Malin Fors, a young female police officer, investigates a hanging murder which implicates a

social worker and a bunch of feral bullies called the Murvall brothers. A brilliant crime adventure that “reads like a Coen Brothers movie”.

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NightWOOdSCharles Frazier Paperback RRP $32.99Luce is the caretaker of a decaying, isolated Lodge. When her sister Lily is murdered by her husband, Luce is given care of Lily’s young, very traumatised twins. Then Lily’s husband re-appears, believing that

the twins know where Lily hid a large horde of his cash. Beautifully written, very atmospheric, this is an edge–of-the-seat read. One of the best novels this year, by the author of Cold Mountain.

Cell 8Anders Roslund and Borge Hellstrom Paperback RRP $27.99John Schwarz earns his keep on a ferry between Sweden and Finland, singing for drunken passengers. One night, he loses his temper and beats a man unconscious. Concerned by

the details of the case report, Detective Ewert Grens can’t help but think someone capable of such violence must have a history of it. Suspicion turns to shock when he discovers that John Schwarz does not exist. A gripping new crime thriller from the author of Three Seconds.

the dROPMichael Connelly Paperback RRP $32.99Harry Bosch has been put on the DROP – Deferred Retirement Option Plan – and is anxious for a new case. He doesn’t have to wait long for not one, but two cases to come his way – two murders which twist and turn around each other like a double helix.

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the FeaR iNdexRobert Harris Paperback RRP $32.95

Late one night an intruder disturbs the home of hedge fund manager Dr. Max Hoffman and his wife as they sleep. Over the next 48 hours Hoffman’s world starts to disintegrate. But

who is trying to destroy him? A chilling contemporary thriller from Robert Harris, author of The Ghost, set in The Ghost, set in The Ghostthe world of high finance.

the imPOSSiBle deadIan Rankin Paperback RRP $32.99

Malcolm Fox and his team are sent to Fife to investigate the possible cover up by police of a fellow officer. But what should be a simple job is soon complicated by a

brutal murder. Fox has a duty to get to the truth while he fights for his professional and personal life.

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aNgelS OF veNgeaNCeJohn Birmingham Paperback RRP $32.99

The fiery conclusion to John Birmingham’s action-packed and intriguing trilogy. From the jungles of South America to the new Darwin, Birmingham builds the action

towards the final showdown we’ve been waiting for. A great ending to a great series that makes you think, makes you laugh out loud and leaves you gasping for breath!

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the hOUSe OF SilkAnthony Horowitz Paperback RRP $32.99Written by bestselling novelist and Holmes expert Anthony Horowitz, this story is narrated in the first person by Watson. Why did it take so long for this story to be told? Elementary, says Watson. This mystery and what happened to Sherlock Holmes were simply too shocking to reveal. Until now! This is a first-rate mystery for a modern audience, which remains absolutely true to the spirit of the original.

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hazel: my mOtheR’S StORySue Pieters-Hawke Hardback RRP $49.99

Hazel Hawke is one of Australia’s best-loved and most respected women. As the wife of a prime minister, she brought down-to-earth warmth to Canberra that

influenced everyone she came into contact with. This intimate, beautiful biography of a special woman is written by Hazel’s eldest daughter, Sue Pieters-Hawke. Candid, revealing and fascinating it explores her life and her true value as a mother, wife, role-model and tireless worker for the rights and welfare of others.

Why Be haPPy WheN yOU COUld Be NORmal?Jeanette WintersonHardback RRP $29.95The shocking, heartbreaking and funny true story behind Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit. This is a book of how Fruit. This is a book of how Fruitan adopted girl growing up with dysfunctional parents managed to overcome

many obstacles in her life, including madness, through reading books and poetry. It is a search for unconditional love, a home and a mother.

Steve JOBS: the exClUSive BiOgRaPhyWalter Isaacson HardbackRRP $45.00

From bestselling author Walter Isaacson comes the landmark biography of Apple co-founder Steve

Jobs. Drawn from three years of exclusive and unprecedented interviews Isaacson has conducted with Jobs as well as extensive interviews with Jobs’ family members, key colleagues from Apple and its competitors, Steve Jobs is the definitive portrait of the Steve Jobs is the definitive portrait of the Steve Jobsgreatest innovator of his generation.

that WOmaNAnne Sebba PaperbackRRP $35.00Wallis Simpson endured an impoverished childhood which inflamed a burning desire to rise above her circumstances. Neither beautiful nor brilliant, she nevertheless became one

of the most talked about women of her generation, a style icon and symbol of female empowerment. This is the first serious yet sympathetic biography of Wallis Simpson.

ChaRleS diCkeNS: a liFeClaire TomalinHardback Hardback Charles Dickens was a phenomenon. He is perhaps the greatest novelist in the English language and the creator of characters who live immortally in the reader’s imagination. He was also

a hard-working journalist, father of ten children, indefatigable walker and traveller, and tireless in his support of liberal social causes. In Charles Dickens: A Life, Claire Tomalin gives full measure to his heroic A Life, Claire Tomalin gives full measure to his heroic A Lifestature. The man who emerges is one of extraordinary contradictions, whose vices and virtues were intertwined as surely as his life and art.

tea With aRWaArwa El Masri Paperback RRP $35.00Education, independence and a place to belong were what Arwa El Masri’s parents wanted for their children, and what brought them to Australia. Arwa’s memoir of faith and family in two cultures includes recipes

at the end of each chapter. Arwa explains her decision to wear the veil (hijab), and describes the pressures of a public sporting life with her marriage to champion NRL player, Hazem El Masri.

aBSOlUtelyJoanna LumleyHardbackRRP $45.00Best known for her role in 'Absolutely Fabulous', Joanna Lumley is also a former model, Bond girl, author and activist. She has won two BAFTA awards and is an advocate for a huge

number of charities. The sheer diversity of her life makes her a compelling personality, and this memoir such a fascinating read.

a liFe like OtheR PeOPle'SAlan Bennett Hardback From the author of the bestselling The Uncommon Reader, the acclaimed Reader, the acclaimed Readertitle piece from Bennett’s bestselling collection Untold Stories is now available Stories is now available Storiesfor the SPECIAL PRICE of $12.99 (RRP$26.99). *While stocks last.

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Claire TomalinRRP $39.95

Charles Dickens was a Charles Dickens was a phenomenon. He is perhaps phenomenon. He is perhaps the greatest novelist in the the greatest novelist in the English language and the creator of characters who live immortally in the reader’s imagination. He was also

a hard-working journalist, father of ten children, indefatigable walker and traveller, and tireless in his

Charles Dickens: , Claire Tomalin gives full measure to his heroic

stature. The man who emerges is one of extraordinary contradictions, whose vices and virtues were intertwined as surely as his life and art.

all OF meKim Noble with Jeff Hudson Paperback RRP $32.99This is the extraordinary story of Kim Noble, who suffers from Dissociative Personality Disorder and shares her body with over 20 personalities. There are women and men, adults and

children; there is a scared little boy who speaks only Latin, an elective mute, a gay man and an anorexic teenager. Some alters age with her body; others are stuck in time. Kim’s story is by turns shocking, inspiring, sometimes funny, and deeply moving.

the elegaNt aRt OF FalliNg aPaRtJessica Jones PaperbackRRP $32.99Unlucky in love, Jessica Jones never seems to get her life together. She has bumbled her way through life and love, and never seems to find herself grounded

anywhere. That is, until she is diagnosed with breast cancer, and her world turns upside down. A memoir detailing how quickly life as we know it can change.

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may giBBS: mORe thaN a FaiRy taleRobert Holden & Jane Brummitt Hardback RRP $$49.95Generations of May Gibbs fans will be enchanted by this new biography. Full of revealing insights into the life of one of Australia’s most popular children’s illustrators, who was a woman truly ahead of her time. She travelled to England in a quest to develop as an artist and became an early supporter of the suffragettes. One of the few women to become a commercial success, she did so by turning to fantasy and children’s illustration. The beautiful reproductions of her work and fascinating details of her gum-nut characters make this a very satisfying read. Receive a free bookmark with purchase. *While stocks last.


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all the Way tO W.a.Roland Harvey HardbackRRP $24.99Uncle Kev is lost. Can you help us find him? He’s looking for the rare Bearded Night Parrot,

and we’re looking for him! Pack up and join us on another trip of a lifetime, across the Nullarbor and all over Western Australia. From Kalgoorlie to the Bungle Bungles, this fifth picture book in Roland Harvey’s holiday adventure series takes us across landscapes and towns and introduces us to the people of Australia’s west. Harvey’s wonderfully chaotic books always surprise! 5+

agaiN!Emily Gravett HardbackRRP $26.99The story of a stubborn little dragon with a favourite book - and a fiery temper! It’s nearly Cedric’s bedtime - there’s just time for his

mum to read him his favourite book. Unfortunately for her, Cedric likes the story so much that he wants to hear it again, and again, and again... with incendiary consequences! 3+

lOOk a BOOk!Libby Gleeson and Freya Blackwood HardbackRRP $24.95A child’s sense of wonder and delight jumps out of this enchanting picture book.

Revisit your childhood with the children in this book, Revisit your childhood with the children in this book, as they travel afar in their imaginations. Beautifully as they travel afar in their imaginations. Beautifully illustrated with simple yet engaging text, this is a illustrated with simple yet engaging text, this is a wonderful book for all generations to share. wonderful book for all generations to share. 3+

aRe We theRe yet? giFt SetAlison Lester Gift Set RRP $29.95Winner of the 2005 CBCA Picture Book of the Year Award. This is the story of Grace and her family on an adventurous and sometimes funny expedition around Australia. A warm, heartfelt story based on an actual journey undertaken by the much-loved, award-winning author and illustrator, Alison Lester. Includes a large jigsaw puzzle, playing cards and the hardback book in one exciting package. 3+

lazy daiSy, BUSy lizzieMary Ellen Jordan and Andrew Weldon HardbackRRP $19.99This is my cow, she’s called Daisy. She

should eat grass but she’s too lazy. Instead she eats jelly on a spoon, all through the morning till late afternoon. Look, look, LOOK! From a cow eating afternoon. Look, look, LOOK! From a cow eating afternoon.jelly, to a toe-tapping chook. What else will you find when you open this book? 1+

the WizaRd OF OzRufus Butler Seder HardbackRRP $19.95Dorothy was right: there’s no place like

home … and there’s no book quite like The Wizard of Oz: A Scanimation Book. Containing ten memorable Oz: A Scanimation Book. Containing ten memorable Oz: A Scanimation Bookscenes from the classic movie, Rufus Butler Seder has done it again, turning The Wizard of Oz, one of the The Wizard of Oz, one of the The Wizard of Ozmost beloved films of all time, into his latest full motion masterpiece. 5+

the JeWel FiSh OF kaRNakGraeme Base HardbackRRP $29.95

Far, far away in Ancient Egypt, Jackal and Ibis are brought before the

Cat Pharaoh to be punished for stealing from the town market. In a merciful moment, the Cat Pharaoh decides to give the friends one last chance. They must journey up the River Nile to the temple of Karnak and bring back something that has been taken from her – a beautiful and precious Jewel Fish. Complete with hieroglyphics and sparkling jewels, here is a cautionary tale from the author of such classics as Animalia and Animalia and AnimaliaThe Eleventh Hour. The Eleventh Hour. The Eleventh Hour 5+

ChRiStmaS WOmBatJackie French and Bruce Whatley (Illus) HardbackRRP $24.99Many readers will be familiar with

the wombat stories from this perfect combination of author and illustrator, but here we have a delightful Christmas version of the wombat’s antics. Due to a love of carrots, this wombat becomes part of Santa’s Christmas journey without even knowing it. Children and adults will enjoy the humour and cheeky illustrations in a sturdy boardbook format for little people’s hands. 1+ EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Receive a FREE Christmas tree plush toy FREE Christmas tree plush toy FREEwith purchase. *While stocks last.

the liON SleePS tONight Solomon LindaHardbackRRP $26.99The best-loved song is now a beautiful book to treasure forever.

Includes a CD with recording by popular actor/singer Jay Laga’aia. Deluxe hardback edition makes a perfect gift for children and a nostalgic keepsake for adults. The stunning artwork will appeal to children and art fans alike. 2+

the Big BOOk OF Billie Sally Rippin Paperback RRP $24.95A special bumper volume of 12 Billie B Brown books which is sure to be on every little girl’s wish list. Gorgeous format - large paperback with flaps, and a detachable bookmark

for marking the reader’s progress! She’ll need it for this huge Billie volume! Also includes activity pages. 7+

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the little ReFUgeeAnh Do and Suzanne Do HardbackHardback RRP $$24.9924.99"Giant waves crashed down on our little boat. I "Giant waves crashed down on our little boat. I was terrified but my mum hugged me tight and was terrified but my mum hugged me tight and told me, 'Everything will be okay. Don’t worry, told me, 'Everything will be okay. Don’t worry, it will be okay.'" The Little Refugeeit will be okay.'" The Little Refugee tells the it will be okay.'" The Little Refugee tells the it will be okay.'" The Little Refugeeextraordinary story of Anh Do's family’s escape extraordinary story of Anh Do's family’s escape from war-torn Vietnam and his childhood in from war-torn Vietnam and his childhood in Australia, in a kid-friendly picture book format. Australia, in a kid-friendly picture book format. Both funny and heart warming, Both funny and heart warming, The Little Refugee features stunning artwork from Bruce features stunning artwork from Bruce Refugee features stunning artwork from Bruce RefugeeWhatley. 100% of the profits of this book will be Whatley. 100% of the profits of this book will be donated to charities. donated to charities. 4+

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King JacK and the dragonPeter Bently and Helen Oxenbury HardbackRRP $22.95Raaahhh! Night is falling . . . playtime is nearly over . . . and bedtime is looming. But brave King Jack is more than

a match for dragons and terrible beasties! With a band of faithful knights and a mighty castle too, this magical, make-believe adventure is just perfect for little boys and brave children everywhere! 3+

the ghost of annabel spoonAaron Blabey HardbackRRP $29.95Life is cursed for the

people of the village of Twee. The ghost of Miss Annabel Spoon haunts their every waking hour and they've had enough! But then one day, the brave and practical young Herbert Kettle has the most extraordinary idea! This is a wonderful tale from acclaimed author Aaron Blabey. 4+

invisible MeWendy Binks PaperbackRRP $14.95In Stripey’s all-new adventure he discovers that his friends are amazing at camouflage. How do they manage it? Join Stripey on his quest to become invisible. This

is the third Stripey children’s picture book by award-winning Western Australian author/artist Wendy Binks. 2+

guess how Much i love You: the pop-up editionSam McBratney and Anita Jeram HardbackRRP $29.95

One of the world’s best-loved picture books, Guess How Much I Love You tells the story of a game Big How Much I Love You tells the story of a game Big How Much I Love YouNutbrown Hare and Little Nutbrown Hare play as they try to express their love for each other. But as each tries to outdo the other, they discover that love is not an easy thing to measure. The pop ups further illustrate the story and give it greater meaning. 1+

the carouselUrsula Dubosarsky and Walter Di Qual (Illus.) HardbackRRP $24.95A magical picture book with rhyming verse and

powerful illustrations. The story tells of a child’s joyous experience on a carousel and her dream of the horses being set free. 3+

the artist who painted a blue horseEric Carle Hardback RRP $RRP $RRP 24.95Filled with some of the most magnificently colourful animals of Eric Carle's career, this is a book that celebrates imagination and the artist within us all. Inspired by the work of the great Expressionist painter Franz Marc, who famously used abstract blue horses in his paintings. Examples of Marc's paintings and a short biography are included at the end of the book. 3+

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ten blue wrens and what a lot of wattle!Elizabeth Honey HardbackRRP $24.99

Count the busy wrens on their fine stick legs, the bowerbird's treasures, his bottle tops and pegs. Count the stems of wattle and the potoroos and pies, and the lively farm dogs and the one hundred flies. In Elizabeth Honey's great Aussie counting book you can count from one to a brillion! 1+

Mr darcYAlex Field and Peter Carnavas HardbackRRP $24.95Mr Darcy is a little lonely, a little reserved. He is the gentlest of ducks and so polite that he would

hate to impose on his friends if he found himself in a spot of bother. However when confronted with a sticky situation Mr Darcy discovers that it’s ok to let his friends know he needs some help. 2+

all i want for christMas is MY two front teethCraig Smith PaperbackPaperbackRRP $16.9916.99Poor Monkey’s two front Poor Monkey’s two front teeth are missing! The teeth are missing! The

Tooth Detective is on the case, but maybe Santa can Tooth Detective is on the case, but maybe Santa can help. All Monkey wants for Christmas is his two front help. All Monkey wants for Christmas is his two front teeth! Sing along with sensational performer Craig teeth! Sing along with sensational performer Craig Smith with the CD recording plus bonus original track Smith with the CD recording plus bonus original track ‘Toothless’. 3+

possuM Magic boxed setMem Fox HardbackRRP $29.99Possum Magic, the Possum Magic, the Possum Magic,classic story of Hush and Grandma Poss,

is presented together for the first time with the cuddly plush toy Hush. The perfect Christmas Gift for the very young! 1+

winnie-the-pooh and the grand christMas surpriseAndrew Grey (Illus.) HardbackRRP $19.95

Winnie-the-Pooh is one of the most enduring characters in the history of children’s literature, and this completely new Winnie-the-Pooh story, illustrated by Andrew Gray, is perfect for Christmas. The book comes with five individual messages contained in envelopes which will delight small children. Also contains press-out Christmas decorations! 3+

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Share Magical Timecharlie and the chocolate factorY pop-up booKRoald Dahl Hardback RRP $24.95Charlie Bucket loves CHOCOLATE. And Mr Willy Wonka, the most

wondrous inventor in the world, is opening the gates of his amazing chocolate factory to five lucky children. It's the prize of a lifetime and all Charlie needs is one Golden Ticket! Step inside and see for yourself in this unique pop-up edition of Roald Dahl's much-loved story. 3+

the highwaY ratJulia DonaldsonHardback RRP $24.99Life is not safe for the other animals, as the villainous Highway

Rat gallops along the highway, stealing their food. Clover from a rabbit; nuts from a squirrel - he even steals his own horse's hay! Will he finally meet his comeuppance, in the form of a cunning duck? A fabulous, rollicking rhyme, in the style of the famous Alfred Noyes poem, 'The Highwayman', it comes from the popular team who gave us The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo and The GruffaloZog. 3+

a bus called heavenBob Graham Hardback RRP $27.95For Stella, one decrepit old bus is special. It is a place for everyone to be together: hold meetings, play games and share stories. But one day, the bus is towed away and Stella must fight to save

not just the bus, but everything the community has worked so hard to create. A wonderful new book from multi-award winning author/illustrator Bob Graham. 3+

pip and posY: the scarY Monsterpip and posY: the little puddlepip and posY: the super scooter

Axel Scheffler Hardbacks RRP $19.99 eachPip and Posy are friends (most of the time!) in this new series about the dramas of toddler life. Illustrated by Alex Scheffler, bestselling author of The Gruffalo. 1+

the enchanted wood and the Magic farawaY tree

Enid Blyton Hardbacks RRP $19.95 eachBy popular demand, these retro editions of Enid Blyton’s most treasured stories are finally back in print. These are the editions that many readers will recall from their childhood. Parents and grandparents will swoon with nostalgia, and children will pour over the illustrations and be enchanted by the magical stories. 5+

the perfect presentFiona Roberton HardbackRRP $24.95Henry has the Perfect Pet – a duck call Spot – who thinks he's found the Perfect

Present for Henry's Birthday. But when the big day comes, Henry's grandparents arrive with a Perfect Present of their own, with something inside that could change things between Spot and Henry forever. A heart-warming tale about never letting good friends go. 3+

the boY and the crocodileKids at the Familia Hope Orphanage and Arte Moris Paperback RRP $19.95The Boy and the

Crocodile is the legend of East Timor, a traditional parable about kindness, and a delightful children’s book illustrated by orphans from East Timor. All proceeds will go to the Familia Hope Orphanage, and a Tetum (East Timorese language) version of the book will be distributed for free to children throughout East Timor. 5+

aMazing grace an adventure at seaStephanie Owen Reeder HardbackRRP $29.95A stunning children’s book from Stephanie Owen

Reeder. Step into the world of nineteenth century sea travel and pioneering life, as you experience the remarkable story of the SS Georgette and the people involved in her final voyage. 5+

the bippolo seed and other lost storiesDr SeussHardback RRP $19.99These recently discovered stories are full of typical Dr Seuss humour, rhyme and rhythm. They include ‘The Bippolo Seed’ in which a

scheming cat leads an innocent duck to make a bad decision; ‘The Rabbit, the Bear, and the Zinnaga-Zanniga,’ about a rabbit who is saved from a bear via a single eyelash. The perfect book for any Dr Seuss fan, young or old!

buMble-ardYMaurice Sendak Hardback RRP $24.99This glorious picture book by Maurice Sendak is about a mischievous

pig who has reached the age of nine without ever having had a birthday party. But all that changes when Bumble throws a party for himself and invites all his friends, leading to a wild masquerade that quickly gets out of hand. 3+

violet MacKerel's natural habitatAnna Branford and Sarah Davis Hardback RRP $19.95Violet Mackerel has a new theory – it is the theory of helping Small Things. But sometimes it’s hard to know the best way to help a Small

Thing, like a tiny ladybird called Small Gloria – especially when it’s not in its natural habitat. Delight in the charming illustrated world of Violet Mackerel! 5+

rudie nudieEmma Quay Hardback RRP $24.99From CBCA award-winning author/illustrator Emma Quay comes a gorgeous romp about bath time and

bedtime with your little ones. From bubbly, slippery, giggly bodies in the bath to mad nudie dashes out the back door; and snugly, huggly sleepy heads, this book will delight parents and children alike. Warning: nudies within! 1+

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Q&a with John Flanaganauthor of Brotherband: The Outcasts

brotherband: the outcastsJohn Flanagan Paperback RRP Paperback RRP Paperback $17.95John Flanagan , author of the international bestselling series Ranger’s Apprentice, offers Ranger’s Apprentice, offers Ranger’s Apprenticeone of the most anticipated reads of the year. In Skandia, boys are chosen for teams called ‘Brotherbands’ and must endure three months of gruelling training in seamanship, weapons and battle tactics. It's brotherband against brotherband, fighting it out in a series of challenges. When Hal Mikkelson finds himself the unwilling leader of a brotherband made up of outcasts, he must step up to the challenge. Flanagan creates a world of seafaring adventures, treacherous pirates and epic battles! A perfect Christmas gift for young readers! 9+

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unicorn riders seriesAleesah Darlison and Jill Brailsford Paperback RRP $RRP $RRP 12.95 eachSpecial price on Book 1- Only $6.50!The first four titles in an exciting new illustrated action/adventure fantasy series. Quinn, Willow, Krystal and Ellabeth are Unicorn Riders – empowered to protect the land of Avamay. In Book 1, the Riders must rescue Queen Heart’s young son from his kidnappers who have left a trail of riddles for the girls to follow – will they solve the riddles and get to the prince in time? 6+

the wicKed woodIsobelle Carmody and Nan McNab (Eds) Paperback RRP $27.99In this companion to The Wilful Eye, six much-loved writers, Eye, six much-loved writers, Eyeincluding Catherine Bateson, Victor Kelleher, Cate Kennedy, Maureen McCarthy,

Nan McNab, and Kate Thompson give fresh voice to age-old stories of abandonment, desire and entrapment. 15+

tiger's voYage (booK 3)Colleen Houck Paperback RRP $16.99This is the third gripping tale in the Tiger’s Curse series. Tiger’s Curse series. Tiger’s CurseFraught with danger, filled with magic, and packed with romance, Tiger's Voyagebrings Kelsey and her two tiger princes one step closer

to breaking the curse. This epic fantasy romance will leave you breathless and yearning for more. 8+

rangers apprentice 11: the lost storiesJohn Flanagan Paperback RRP $17.95Everyone knows the legends of the Rangers of Araluen. But no one has heard the whole story - until now. Inspired by questions and letters sent by his loyal

readers, John Flanagan answers all your burning questions about the world of the Rangers. If you want to know what's gone before and what comes next for Will, Halt, Horace, Alyss, Evanlyn and Gilan, The Lost Stories is an The Lost Stories is an The Lost Storiesunmissable read.

the song of the QuarKbeastJasper Fforde Paperback RRP $22.99The power of magic has faded, all that’s left working are yo-yos, the extremely useful compass-pointing-to-North and the spell that keeps bicycles from falling over. Things are about to

change. Jennifer Strange, sixteen-year-old acting manager of Kazam, the employment agency for sorcerers, will not relinquish the noble powers of magic to big business without a fight! 12+

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1. What is your new series Brotherbandabout?

The Brotherbands are a Skandian concept, in which 16 year old boys are grouped together in bands of 9 or 10 and trained together in warfare, weaponcraft, seamanship and

navigation. The central character is Hal. He's half Skandian, half Araluen. Because of this, he's a bit of an outcast. When the brotherbands are selected, he's left with the group nobody wanted - the rejects. But somehow they use their unusual skills to compete successfully with the other bands. He has also invented a new kind of sail for wolfships; (It's the one described in Book 10). But at first, the Skandians don’t accept his revolutionary new idea.

If you like Rangers Apprentice, you'll like this. Rangers Apprentice, you'll like this. Rangers ApprenticeSome characters ( Erak, Svengal and so on) appear in Brotherband.

2. What was the most enjoyable aspect 2. What was the most enjoyable aspect of writing about Skandians/Vikings?

I've always enjoyed the Skandian Seawolves I've always enjoyed the Skandian Seawolves as characters in my books. They're loyal, straightforward and brave. And they're also wonderful boofheads who provide a lot of humour. wonderful boofheads who provide a lot of humour. I thought they deserved a book set in their own I thought they deserved a book set in their own country - and I liked the idea of a half Araluen, half Skandian boy who wasn't quite accepted at first.

3. At the start of the book you explain a few sailing terms. Are you a keen sailor?

I used to sail a Laser many years ago and I loved that. But I’ve always been interested in sailing and old fashioned navigation methods.

4. Who will this book appeal to?

For a start, I think this series will appeal to all the kids who've enjoyed Ranger's Apprentice. Namely, people who like fast moving action, a lot of adventure and humour and characters that one can grow to identify with and love.

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darius bell and the crYstal beesOdo Hirsch Paperback RRP $15.99The bees on the Bell estate are dying and Darius Bell is determined that something must be done, even if the dastardly Mayor is against him. A sequel to the award-winning Darius Bell and the

Glitter Pool, this is a very funny story of problem-Glitter Pool, this is a very funny story of problem-Glitter Poolsolving, teamwork and pollination. 8+

pizza caKeMorris Gleitzman Paperback RRP $16.95Imagine… a world where one piece of lolly pizza makes you braver than a lion; where teachers are paid more money than anyone else; where your dad's talent with paperclips saves lives; and where kids can

do everything better than their dad - all served with a huge side-order of laughs from one of Australia's favourite authors. 7+

where's wallY? 25th anniversarY editionMartin HandfordHardback RRP

Wally, along with his friends, is fiendishly hidden in every intricately-

detailed scene. Hours of fun and games await in this classic activity book which kick-started a worldwide phenomenon. This super special deluxe edition of Where’s Wally? is packed with new fantastic extras, Where’s Wally? is packed with new fantastic extras, Where’s Wally?including great gatefolds revealing things never seen before! 5+

conspiracY 365: revenge and conspiracY 365: JanuarY code blacK tv editionGabrielle Lord Paperbacks RRP $RRP $RRP 14.99/$9.99Cal’s life is finally getting back to normal living back home with his mum and Gabbi, though the paparazzi still follow him everywhere. One night, Cal hosts a movie marathon with his friends, which turns into a nightmare when they receive a mysterious message—You Have 30 Daysmessage—You Have 30 Daysmessage— . The hunt is on again! You Have 30 Days. The hunt is on again! You Have 30 DaysIn Conspiracy 365: January Code Black Edition, on New Year’s Eve Cal is chased down the street by a staggering, sick man with a deadly warning … The first in a new Code Black editions series to be released in 2012, will include clues and codes to crack, plus 4 pages of colour movie stills. 10+

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Martin HandfordRRP $24.95

Wally, along with his friends, is fiendishly hidden in every intricately-

detailed scene. Hours of fun and games await in this classic activity book which kick-started a worldwide phenomenon. This super special deluxe edition of

the hunger gaMes trilogY: collectors' editionSuzanne Collins HardbackRRP $34.99

December release, advance orders welcome

When sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen steps forward to take her younger sister’s place in the Hunger Games, she sees it as a death sentence. But Katniss has been close to death before. For her, survival is second nature. The astonishing bestseller, now in a deluxe, slipcased collector’s edition featuring exclusive new Mockingjay artwork. 14+

the son of neptune: heroes of olYMpus booK 2Rick Riordan Paperback RRP $19.95In The Lost Hero, three The Lost Hero, three The Lost Herodemigods named Jason, Piper, and Leo made their first visit to Camp Half-Blood, where they inherited

a quest which prophesizes of four others – but who are they? The answer may lie thousands of miles away, where a new camper appears to be the son of Neptune, god of the sea . . .9+

doctor proctor boxsetJo Nesbo Gift Set RRP $19.99An exclusive boxed set of fun children’s books from the bestselling author Jo Nesbo. In Doctor Proctor's Fart Powder, Doctor Fart Powder, Doctor Fart Powder,Proctor has finally created something to help him fulfil

his dream of becoming a famous inventor - a super-strength fart powder! In The Time Travel Bath Bomb Doctor Proctor invents a Time-Travel Bath Bomb. Years ago he lost his true love, Juliette Margarine, and now he wants to change the past and win her back. 8+

ashesIlsa Bick Paperback RRP $16.99Alex is hiking through the wilderness with her dead parents' ashes, about to say goodbye to the life she had. But then an electromagnetic pulse sweeps through the sky killing almost everyone. Those spared are changed,

some for the worse with a new taste for human flesh – who can she now trust? 12+

Glitter Poolsolving, teamwork and pollination.

dorK diaries boxset Rachel Renee Russell PaperbacksRRP $29.99The most-desired gift for girls this Christmas, The Dork Diaries Boxed Dork Diaries Boxed Dork DiariesSet contains copies of the popular series - Dork Diaries, Dork Diaries: Party Time and Time and Time Dork Diaries:Pop Star. Pop Star. Pop Star 5+

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Andy Griffiths Is this the right book for you? Take the STUPID TEST and find out. 1) Do you worry about getting sucked into the top of escalators? 2) Do you push doors marked PULL and pull doors marked PUSH? A great gift pack for Christmas which includes a Tshirt and one of the most popular titles in Andy Griffiths’ bestselling ‘Just’ series. Killer Koalas from Outer Space is a collection of Killer Koalas from Outer Space is a collection of Killer Koalas from Outer SpaceAndy Griffiths stories from The Bad Book and The Bad Book and The Bad BookThe Very Bad Book that will make your brain The Very Bad Book that will make your brain The Very Bad BookEXPLODE! 7+

Killer Koalas froM outer space Hardback RRP $19.99

Just stupid! booK & t-shirt pacK Paperback RRP $19.99December release, advance orders welcome


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the magiC OF RealityRichard Dawkins Hardback RRP $39.95

What are things made of? What is the sun? Why is there night and day, winter and summer? Why do bad things happen? Are we alone? Throughout history people have invented stories to answer profound questions such as these. The Magic of Reality, with its explanations of The Magic of Reality, with its explanations of The Magic of Realityspace, time, evolution and more, will inspire and amaze readers of all ages. Teaming up with the renowned illustrator Dave McKean, Richard Dawkins answers all these questions and many more in this extraordinary scientific voyage of discovery. 8+

the magiC OF RealityOF RealityOFRichard Dawkins Hardback RRP $39.95

WildWOOdColin Meloy and Carson Ellis Hardback RRP $19.95From the imaginations of Colin Meloy and Carson Ellis comes an enchanting and spell-binding story, combining the wonder of a

secret world within the landscape of a modern city. secret world within the landscape of a modern city. Carson Ellis’s beautiful illustrations capture the sheer Carson Ellis’s beautiful illustrations capture the sheer awe of the Impassable Wilderness, and bring the awe of the Impassable Wilderness, and bring the world vibrantly to life. world vibrantly to life. 8+

CaBiN FeveR: diaRy OF a WimPy kidJeff Kinney Paperback RRP $14.95In Cabin Fever, the Heffley Cabin Fever, the Heffley Cabin Feverfamily is stuck indoors during a blizzard. But will they weather the storm? ‘A very tough New England

winter inspired me to snow the Heffley family in for the holidays,’ said Jeff Kinney. ‘’Cabin fever’ refers to the claustrophobia Greg feels, as well as the broader theme of the book . . . that you’re trapped by the identity you create for yourself.’ 7+

lieSl & POLauren Oliver Paperback RRP $22.99This charming story has the wonderful characters and plot you’d expect from a Dickensian novel for children. Magic and the paranormal capture the reader’s imagination and make the adventure even

more intriguing. It also has a healthy dash of suspense and fantasy. Highly recommended for boys and girls. 10+

City OF lieS: the keePeRS 2Lian Tanner Hardback RRP

The second instalment in the exciting The Keeper series. Goldie Roth is supposed to be one of the keepers of the mysterious Museum of Dunt, along with her friend Toadspit. But although she desperately wants to be desperately wants to be

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gOliath: leviathaN BOOk 3Scott Westerfeld Hardback RRP $29.95In this sensational conclusion to the Leviathan series, we see Alex and Deryn aboard the Leviathan when the ship picks up an unusual character – a brilliant, maniacal inventor who claims to have a weapon

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RUBy RedFORt: lOOk iNtO my eyeSLauren Child HardbackRRP $19.999-14 year olds will love this new story from the talented Lauren Child. Ruby Redfort is a precocious code-breaking teen, with a taste for quirky t-shirts and secret messages. Ruby and her best friend

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From the author of the highly popular Fleurville highly popular Fleurville books, Monsieur CadichonMonsieur Cadichonis the story of a lively and is the story of a lively and

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WONdeRStRUCkBrian Selznick HardbackHardback RRP RRP $$34.9934.99From the magically talented Brian Selznick, author of The Invention of Hugo Cabret, comes The Invention of Hugo Cabret, comes The Invention of Hugo CabretWonderstruck. Two cleverly told stories, one Wonderstruck. Two cleverly told stories, one Wonderstruckin exquisite prose and the other in stunning charcoal drawings. The prose narrative is of Ben, recently orphaned and hearing challenged, sets out on a quest to find the father he has never met. Then in Selznick’s amazingly detailed illustrations, which read like a silent movie, the reader is immediately captured by the loneliness of a mysterious little girl. So begins an adventure that involves little girl. So begins an adventure that involves communication, family and the love of communication, family and the love of museums. This is imagery at its best, with museums. This is imagery at its best, with heartfelt emotions on every page. A beautiful heartfelt emotions on every page. A beautiful story you will want to read over and over again. story you will want to read over and over again. 9+


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iNheRitaNCe 004: iNheRitaNCeChristopher Paolini Paperback RRP $29.95The most eagerly awaited 4th book in the bestselling Inheritance series. Not so very long ago, Eragon - Shadeslayer, Dragon Rider - was nothing more than a poor farm boy, and his dragon, Saphira, only a blue stone in the forest. Now, the fate of an entire civilization rests on their shoulders. Long months of training and battle have brought victories and hope, but they have also brought heartbreaking loss. And but they have also brought heartbreaking loss. And still, the real battle lies ahead: they must still, the real battle lies ahead: they must confront Galbatorix. When they do, will they be strong enough to defeat him? 12+ EXCLUSIVE OFFER: A FREE copy of Quillblade by Ben Chandler Quillblade by Ben Chandler Quillbladewith purchase.*While stocks last.

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CROSSedAlly Condie Paperback RRP $19.95This incredible sequel to Matched sees Cassia and Ky Matched sees Cassia and Ky Matchedtaken to the edge of Society, chasing down a future that may not exist, where nothing is as expected and crosses and double crosses make their path more twisted than ever... it’s another exhilarating

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the ROSie BlaCk ChRONiCleS, BOOk 2: eQUiNOxLara Morgan Paperback RRP $24.95In the second book in the action packed Rosie Black Chronicles series, Rosie is bent on revenge; working in secret to destroy the

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SeNdiNgIsobelle Carmody Paperback RRP $32.95The time has come at last for Elspeth Gordie to leave the Land, on her quest to find and stop the computermachine Sentinel from unleashing the deadly Balance of Terror arsenal. Elspeth’s search will take her

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FROi OF the exileSMelina Marchetta Paperback RRP $24.95Froi of the Exiles is a Froi of the Exiles is a Froi of the Exilesdazzling sequel to Finnikin of the Rock, from the of the Rock, from the of the Rockmulti-award-winning author of Looking for Alibrandi. Three years after the curse on Lumatere was lifted, Froi has found his home ... or so

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maze RUNNeR #2: the SCORCh tRialSJames Dashner Paperback RRP $16.99Solving the Maze was supposed to be the end. No more puzzles, variables or running. Thomas was sure that escape meant he and the Gladers

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the COmiNg OF the WhiRlPOOl: ShiP kiNgS 1Andrew McGahan Hardback RRP $22.99This exciting and action-packed new novel from Andrew McGahan is the first in what promises to be an epic series. Sea-faring fantasy with unique characters, this vividly realised world is coupled

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the SCORPiO RaCeSMaggie Stiefvater HardbackRRP $24.99Every November the Scorpio Races take place – some riders live, others die. Puck Connolly never meant to ride in the Races, but fate hasn’t given her much of a choice.

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SileNCeBecca FitzpatrickPaperbackPaperback RRP $24.99They’ve bridged two irreconcilable worlds, faced They’ve bridged two irreconcilable worlds, faced heart-wrenching tests of betrayal, loyalty and heart-wrenching tests of betrayal, loyalty and trust...and all for a love that will transcend the boundary between heaven and earth. Now Patch and Nora enter a desperate fight to stop a villain who holds the power to shatter everything they’ve worked for. The third exciting novel in the Hush, Hush series. Hush series. Hush 14+EXCLUSIVE OFFER:WIN a Silence prize pack containing a hoodie, sneakers & iPhone case. For details go to the competition page atwww.indies.com.au.

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a mORe PeRFeCt heaveNDava Sobel Hardback RRP $35.00In about 1514 a Polish cleric, Nicolaus Copernicus, wrote and hand copied a theory that the sun, not the earth, was at the centre of our Universe. Dava Sobel, the bestselling author of Longitude, chronicles the Longitude, chronicles the Longitude

history of the Copernican Revolution and the story of astronomy from Aristotle to the Middle Ages. Chosen as Best Science Book for 2011 by Publishers Weekly.

dOUBle eNtRyJane Gleeson-White Hardback RRP $29.99Our world is dominated by numbers generated by accounts of nations and corporations. The rise of double-entry bookkeeping is one of history’s best kept secrets – until now. Starring a Renaissance monk and

companion of Leonardo da Vinci, the origins and history of accounting, and the wealth it has created and destroyed, is finally revealed!

aUStRalia'S Wild WeatheRMark TredinnickHardbackRRP $39.95Marrying photographs from the collection of the National Library of Australia with an

evocative and contemplative essay by poet Mark Tredinnick, Australia's Wild Weather is a lyric field guide Australia's Wild Weather is a lyric field guide Australia's Wild Weatherto Australia’s climate. Beautifully written, the author contemplates what weather means to us and how it affects our daily lives. SPECIALPRICE OFFER: Australia’s Wild Places at $14.95 (RRP$39.95) Places at $14.95 (RRP$39.95) Placeswith purchase of Australia’s Wild Weather. Weather. Weather *While stocks last.

a ShORt hiStORy OF ChRiStiaNityGeoffrey BlaineyHardback RRP

Geoffrey Blainey takes us on a journey from the very beginnings of Christianity through to the current day. He reveals the impact Christianity has had on our spiritual beliefs, and on the

significant events in our history. He also shows how Christianity grew to be adopted in so many corners of the world.

ghOSt PlatOONFrank WalkerPaperback RRP $35.00In this follow-up to The Tiger Man of Vietnam, Frank Man of Vietnam, Frank Man of Vietnam,Walker has hit the mark squarely. Again covering a previously unknown tale of Australians in the Vietnam War, Walker has done an excellent job in fleshing out

this important story of a military cover-up and its long-term impact on the ordinary soldiers involved.

aNzaCS ON the WeSteRN FRONtPeter Pedersen Paperback RRP $49.95The ANZAC battlefields of the Western Front are brought to life in this lavishly illustrated book. Personal accounts, colour maps, modern and period photographs from the

Australian War Memorial archive create a graphic and comprehensive history. This indispensable guide allows you to follow the action on all the major battlefields with detailed instructions on walking and driving tours too. Essential history reading.

the PeNgUiN BOOk OF aUStRaliaN WaR WRitiNgEdited by Mark Dapin Hardback RRP $39.95We often define ourselves through our relationship with the battlefield – mateship, courage under fire and even larrikinism. Our short history has also been punctuated

by wars, from Gallipoli to Afghanistan. Soldiers and journalists writing from the front line have shaped the way we think about war, and this collection will command your attention and open your eyes.

hiROShima NagaSakiPaul Ham Hardback RRP Hardback RRP Hardback $55.00

Paul Ham, the award-winning author of Kokoda and Vietnam: The Australian War, turns his Vietnam: The Australian War, turns his Vietnam: The Australian Warattention to the bombings on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. He challenges the conventional view that dropping the bombs which killed over 100,000 people was the ‘least abhorrent choice’ available at the time. Instead, he argues that the bombing was the culmination of a strategic Allied air war on enemy civilians that began in Germany. He movingly describes the destruction through the eyes of more than eighty survivors, from 12 year olds working in war factories, to wives and children facing a day when ‘the sun fell on their heads’. A gripping human story.

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mad dOg: William CyRil mOxley aNd the mOOReBaNk killiNgSPeter Corris Hardback RRP $29.95Bestselling author Peter Corris brings a novelist’s imagination to this historic case as he reconstructs the life, crimes and death of

William Cyril Moxley. Moxley was hanged at Sydney’s Long Bay Goal in 1932 for a brutal rape and murder. How did this World War I army deserter, come to be the infamous murderer ‘Mad Dog’ Moxley? Was justice really done? Why did Moxley leave such an obvious trail? Would he be found guilty today?

a NatiON iN the makiNgAlasdair MacGregor Hardback RRP $59.95This largely never-seen before collection of 19th century photographs, known as the Tyrell

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tRaNSit OF veNUS: a hiStORy FROm 1631 tO the PReSeNtNick Lomb HardbackRRP $49.95

Australia will be the best place in the world to view the transit of Venus on 6 June 2012 and this stunning book is a must-have companion for anyone interested in this rare astronomical event. Written by one of Australia’s leading curators of astronomy, it offers full colour throughout with stunning photographs of the 2004 transit of Venus taken by astronomers throughout the world.

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WORSe thiNgS haPPeN at SeaWilliam McInnes and Sarah Watt Hardback RRP $35.00

This is a celebration of family life in Australia over the last decade, covering the highs,

lows and all the other bits in between. Beautifully written and illustrated with Sarah Watt’s family photographs, it is inspiring, touching and reflective. This is a very special gift for family and friends.

aUStRalia: StORy OF a CRiCket COUNtRyChris Ryan (Ed.) Hardback More than a comprehensive history, this ground-breaking volume is a colourful, insightful and affectionate portrait of Australian cricket.

A selection of Australia’s best writers share their thoughts on different aspects of the game and its place in our national culture; from bowling, captaincy and scoring, to alcohol, media and literature.SPECIAL PRICE: $79.95 (RRP $89.95)

BOyeR leCtUReS 2011: the idea OF hOmeGeraldine Brooks Paperback RRP $24.99December release, advance orders welcome

Geraldine Brookes, renowned author of the recent Caleb’s Crossing, reflects on her Crossing, reflects on her Crossing

years as a restless foreign correspondent. She writes about the environmental predicament we all face, and of coming of age in Australia in the 1960s. Running through these ideas is her experience of home, and in particular the ‘home’ she has found in her writing.

the lONg ROad tO PaRiSCadel Evans Hardback RRP $39.95

Filled with sensational photographs and revealing insights, this book celebrates

2011 Tour de France winner Cadel Evan’s indomitable will and champion heart. A rare and fascinating look at the way a top rider races and succeeds, both mentally and physically. Evan’s heroic battle has been an inspiration to all Australians!

PaNiCDavid Marr Paperback RRP $29.95December release, advance orders welcome

This essential collection of David Marr’s reportage shows how hysteria can grip a nation – hysteria about politics, art, sexuality, drugs, religion or terror. With

Marr’s trademark insight and wit, as well as his brilliant prose, Panic exposes the real, often hidden agenda of Panic exposes the real, often hidden agenda of Panicthe fear-mongers in our society and media.

the WaveDavid Sparkes Paperback RRP $39.99In the tradition of the bestselling The Moment, this beautiful book will appeal to surfers, photographers and

armchair travellers alike. It contains over 180 amazing photographs by world-class surf photographer Dave Sparkes. The Wave allows us to take an armchair ride The Wave allows us to take an armchair ride The Wavewith surfers like Stephanie Gilmore, Tom Curren, Mick Fanning and Kelly Slater; travel to the places where the best waves are found, and witness the quirky sights and fascinating people who are part of the quest to find the perfect wave.

Billy CONNOlly’S ROUte 66Billy ConnollyPaperback RRP $35.00

The best-loved comedian heads off on the most famous highway in the world on an unforgettable journey. Having always dreamed about taking

a trip on the legendary Route 66, Billy Connolly is finally heading off on the ride of a lifetime! A classic combination of travel, humour, music and modern American history.

gReat JOURNeySLonely Planet HardbackRRP $49.99A great addition to Lonely Planet’s range of travel books. Classic journeys such as Cairo to Cape Town, Homer’s The Odyssey and the The Odyssey and the The Odyssey

Spice Route are covered in this wonderful collection. Superb photographs illustrate a wide range of journeys from rivers and seas to rail, walking to explorers and conquerors. An inspiring book that will delight armchair explorers and travellers alike.

lONely PlaNet’S 1000 Ultimate SightSLonely Planet Paperback RRP $34.99Following on from the success of 1000 Ultimate Experiences, 1000 Ultimate Sights

contains 1000 of the most iconic and beautiful sights the planet has to offer.

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Two beautiful books for lovers of Paris and France. In Paris, Janelle McCulloch reveals Paris, Janelle McCulloch reveals Parisall of Paris’ secret gems, from the stylish boutiques on Champs-Elysees to the irresistible cafes, tea salons and patisseries that make up the fabric of the city. In Shannon Bennett’s France renowned chef and restaurateur France renowned chef and restaurateur FranceShannon Bennett takes you on the journey of a lifetime as he explores the country he adores. Shannon and friends review all their favourites, from three-star restaurants to local bistros, from luxury hotels to rooms with a view. And, of course, there are Shannon’s own recipes, for everything from Goose and Foie Gras Rillettes to Bouillabaisse and Gâteau Basque.

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CookIng a feastiNdOChiNeLuke Nguyen Hardback RRP $69.99Indochine sees Red Indochine sees Red IndochineLantern’s Luke Nguyen revisit his beloved Vietnam and seek out the food and cultural remnants of this former French colonial empire. From coffee and croissants at breakfast to high tea and supper,

Luke unravels the origins of Vietnamese dishes and experiments with new versions of traditional Vietnamese food. Features vibrant photographyshot entirely in Vietnam, and includes morethan 100 regional recipes. SPECIAL OFFER:Receive two FREE sets of chopstickswith purchase. *While stocks last.

the aRt OF PaStaLucio Galletto and David Dale Hardback RRP $59.95The Art of Pasta brings The Art of Pasta brings The Art of Pastatogether Lucio Galletto’s two great passions in life: food and art. In an inspiring collaboration, more than 160

authentic pasta recipes are complemented by original artwork from artist Luke Sciberras. Lucio shares his family recipes for the meals he grew up with, as well as the favourite dishes from his Sydney restaurant.

the Family mealFerran Adria Hardback RRP RRP $39.95In The Family MealThe Family Meal, Ferran The Family Meal, Ferran The Family MealAdria, elBulli’s world-Adria, elBulli’s world-renowned chef, shares for renowned chef, shares for the first time the recipes the first time the recipes for his famous staff dinners for his famous staff dinners known as the ‘family meals’. known as the ‘family meals’. With simple, step-by-step With simple, step-by-step

instructions, and all the know-how, he shows how instructions, and all the know-how, he shows how to prepare 31 nutritionally balanced daily menus. to prepare 31 nutritionally balanced daily menus. Generously illustrated The Family Meal is both a is both a The Family Meal is both a The Family Mealpractical collection of simple, delicious recipes and an practical collection of simple, delicious recipes and an insight into the rituals at the world’s most innovative insight into the rituals at the world’s most innovative restaurant.

mOvida COCiNaFrank Camorra and Richard Cornish Hardback RRP $49.99

Movida Cocina is a Movida Cocina is a Movida Cocinabeautifully flamboyant cookbook, exploring the rustic cuisine for which Spain is renowned. The

book showcases a mix of traditional charcoal cooking and more modern techniques, accompanied by rich, beautiful photographs of the Movida kitchens, restaurants and the city nearby. The introduction says, ‘Everything you eat should be good…Everything has to be delicious’ and the book certainly lives up to it!

heStON at hOmeHeston Blumenthal Hardback RRP $65.00

Prepare for a culinary revolution! In this radical new cookbook, Heston Blumenthal, champion of the scientific kitchen, brings

technological development into home cooking. With meticulous precision, he explains what the most effective techniques are and why they work, and offers 150 specially created recipes. Here at last is the secret to irrefutably perfect fish and chips!

malOUF: NeW middle eaSteRN FOOdGreg Malouf Hardback RRP $69.95

Following on from the success of their previous award-winning books, the

Maloufs have outdone themselves with this beautifully presented collection of over 300 recipes discovered during their travels through the Middle East. Presented with all the usual flair and quality, this book is a delight for fans and newcomers alike.

ROCkPOOl BaR & gRillNeil Perry Hardback RRP $79.99

Neil Perry’s Rockpool Bar and Grill, in Sydney, Bar and Grill, in Sydney, Bar and GrillMelbourne and Perth, showcase the best of

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Bill'S eveRyday aSiaNBill Granger Hardback RRP $49.99

The bold tastes of Asia have had Bill Granger hooked since he was a child. In his new book, Bill takes the best

that Asian food has to offer and gives it his unique personal makeover. The recipes are quick and easy to cook, and the flavours – from salty to savoury – are intensely satisfying!

taStiNg iNdiaChristine Manfield Hardback RRP $89.95Journey through India with Christine Manfield, tracing the food, spices and culture of this amazing country. Cook your way through more than 250 recipes for traditional and contemporary Indian dishes, and plan your contemporary Indian dishes, and plan your travels using the extensive directory of travels using the extensive directory of recommended places to stay, eat and shop. Whether in the simple kitchens of home cooks or the grand domain of chefs at India’s famous palace hotels, recipes are handed down from generation to generation - and it is these heirloom recipes that Christine Manfield has gathered from across India. This beautiful cookbook makes the perfect Christmas gift. EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Receive a FREE sheet of gift wrapping paper with purchase. *While stocks last.

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Bali: the FOOd OF my iSlaNd hOmeJanet De Neefe Large format paperback RRP $59.99Follow Janet De Neefe on a spice trail through Bali and its rich food culture. Each recipe in this visually stunning book is

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the lOUvRe: all the PaiNtiNgSVincent Pomerade Hardback RRP $89.99For the very first time ever, every painting from the world’s most popular museum is available in

one stunning book. All 2,981 paintings on display in the permanent painting collections of The Louvre are presented in full colour in this striking slip-cased book, with 400 of the most iconic and significant paintings highlighted with 300-word discussions. Includes a supportive DVD-ROM. Stunning!

the NeW ORgaNiC gaRdeNeRTim Marshall Hardback RRP $55.00

Tim Marshall’s passion for gardening bursts from every page as he guides you through the principles of

organic gardening, adopting a truly holistic approach, teaching you to have fun and be creative in your gardens, enabling vegetables, herbs, flowers, trees and shrubs to thrive the natural way. Beautifully illustrated, this is a truly comprehensive reference guide.

ON ShakeSPeaReJohn Bell Hardback RRP $39.99After many years performing and directing Shakespeare, John Bell offers the reader a unique ‘backstage pass’ to the histories, tragedies, comedies and romances, as well as a memorable insight into the sonnets. On

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21St CeNtURy aRChiteCtURe BeaCh hOUSeSStephen Crafti Hardback RRP $59.99Australians and New Zealanders are drawn to the

coast. Whether it is a permanent abode or a simple fibro shack, the sound of the surf and the feel of sand beneath one’s feet are perennially appealing. This latest beach house book by Stephen Crafti features 50 architect-designed homes along the coast. From the simple to the monumental, these homes leave a lasting impression.

iCONiC aUStRaliaN hOUSeS, vOl 2Karen McCartney Hardback RRP $79.99A follow up to the previous book Iconic Australian Houses 50/60/70, founding editor of Inside Outfounding editor of Inside Outfounding editor ofmagazine Karen McCartney

has compiled a significant selection of architecture and interior design. The 15 houses featured are stunningly photographed and include details of iconic furniture, fittings and fabrics. Both owners and architects have been interviewed for their personal insights into the importance of this period of our architectural history.

PaUl BaNgay’S gUide tO PlaNtSPaul Bangay Hardback RRP $59.95

This beautiful book reveals Paul Bangay’s insights into successful garden design and construction, and

answers the question: what do I plant and where? Rich with anecdotes about what has worked best over the years, and with a special focus on plants for our changing climate, this collection showcases Paul’s A-list plants with photography from the best in the business, Simon Griffiths.

the aRt mUSeUmPhaidon Editors Hardback RRP $225.00This unique, imaginary museum houses the world’s finest art collection. Unrestricted by the constraints of physical space, its rooms display around 3,000 paintings, sculptures,

frescos, and various other art objects gathered from private and public collections around the world, to tell the history of world art. With its colour-coded galleries, and explanatory labels for each work, The Art Museumis an exceptional visual feast.

aRt OF aUStRalia vOlUme 1John McDonald HardbackJohn McDonald, the highly-regarded art critic of the Sydney Morning Herald, takes us from Herald, takes us from Heraldthe times of pre-history,

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the QUiNteSSeNtial BiRd: the aRt OF Betty temPle WattSViola Temple Watts Hardback RRP $34.95A perfect Christmas gift for the bird or art lover. This stunningly illustrated book

from the National Library of Australia features 60 full colour plates and a biography of Betty Temple Watts (1901–1992) who immersed herself in her bird art. EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Receive a splendid Wren Fairy Gift Card and Wrens Gift Wrap with purchase. *While stocks last.

tReeS OF the WORldTomas Micek Hardback RRP $69.95Trees of the World presents Trees of the World presents Trees of the Worldalmost 250 photographs of the world’s most gorgeous trees from Europe, Africa, the Americas and Australia, including the baobab,

yucca and dracaena. This beautiful book contains 30 species and general, useful information on each species, distribution maps and an impressive picture index. An exquisite book!

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PlaNet WORdJ.P. Davidson; Foreword by Stephen Fry Hardback RRP $45.00There are more than 6,000 different languages spoken in the world today, but by the end of this century there will be just 900 left. Why are languages dying out, and what do we lose when they do? How we speak and what we say reveals so much about our identity, but where do these linguistic influences come from? Does a Frenchman understand love in a deeper way because of his language? Does a German have a more technical way of looking at the world? In a round-the-world trip, J.P. Davidson explores our glorious, multi-lingual Planet Word. With a foreword by Stephen Fry.

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gIFT and humourWOmeN’S StUFFKaz Cooke Hardback RRP $59.95A fun, informative go-to guide from the author of Up the Duff, Kidwrangling and the Duff, Kidwrangling and the Duff, KidwranglingGirl Stuff. This book has Girl Stuff. This book has Girl Stuffall the latest independent advice on a wide range of women’s issues such

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hOliday gOddeSS haNdBag gUideJessica Adams Hardback RRP $35.00Irresistibly chic and elegant, this is a must-have guide to those four most fabulous cities - London, New York, Paris and Rome. Follow Audrey Hepburn’s footsteps

in Rome, delve into secret diaries of shopaholics in New York, learn how to find the best vintage markets, heavenly spas, and the most original art through this sophisticated, practical guide.

miNxy viNtageKelly Doust Hardback RRP $45.00In Minxy Vintage, Kelly Minxy Vintage, Kelly Minxy VintageDoust combines her love for fashion with creativity and her enthusiasm for craft, to transform stained, musty, dated clothes into

modern and unique pieces. An inspiring guide with over 50 projects ranging from customised frocks, wedding dresses and trench coats, to cardigans and accessories.

SeaSONS at hOmeHolly Kerr ForsythPaperback RRP $34.99Renowned house and garden expert Holly Kerr Forsyth gathers together a collection of recipes and projects to bring your home to life. Divided into seasons

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Discover the beautiful collection of French felines and stunning french scenery by renowned photographer Rachael McKenna. The exquisite visual images are accompanied by Rachael’s

own narrative, and the endearing quotes from famous French cat lovers making this a delight for Francophiles and cat lovers alike.

ChaSiNg a dReamCarla Coulson Hardback RRP $59.95This is another helping of Carla’s photography (by theme) from around the world. Carla’s passion for photography is on show, from the fashion walks of

Paris, through Pompei, to scenes of outback Australia and the factories of India.

hOUSeWiFe SUPeRStaR: the veRy BeSt OF maRJORie BlighDanielle Wood Paperback RRP $29.95Housewife Superstar is Housewife Superstar is Housewife Superstarthe life story of eccentric Tasmanian domestic goddess, Marjorie Bligh. Now 94 years old, Marjorie

is the author of a library of advice books covering topics including food, household management, health and beauty, poetry, gardening and recycling. An inspiration to Barry Humphries, Marjorie Bligh will soon be a household name. Housewife Superstar is an Housewife Superstar is an Housewife Superstarilluminating look at a true Australian treasure.

maggie’S kitCheNMaggie Beer Hardback A collection of 120 favourite recipes, featuring the seasonal produce that has become synonymous with the name Maggie Beer, now at the extra SPECIAL PRICE of $30.00 (RRP$59.95).*While stocks last.

POWdeRFiNgeR: FOOtPRiNtSPowderfinger with Dino Scatena Paperback RRP $45.00The first and only exclusive insider account of Australia's best-loved band, Powderfinger. For the first time ever, this tight-knit, very private group, open up to reveal their slow rise to music dominance and the reasons behind their break-up. From their high school days in Brisbane in the late 1980s to their final farewell concert, Powerderfinger: Footprints includes Powerderfinger: Footprints includes Powerderfinger: Footprintsexclusive access to hundreds of never-before seen pictures from their private collections. Exploring the friendship and frictions, the fun times, the hard times and all their rock and roll misadventures, this is a must-have chroniclefor the fans.

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milligaN’S meaNiNg OF liFeSpike Milligan Hardback RRP $39.95December release, advance orders welcome

Few people can claim to have changed the course of history. Spike Milligan simply rewrote it. With his lightning-quick wit, unbridled creativity

and his ear for the absurd, Milligan revolutionised British comedy. Whether on radio, on screen, on the page or in person, his antics and cut-throat quips left in his wake a trail of outrage, bewilderment and total hilarity, as well as a legacy of influence that stretches from Monty Python to self-confessed acolytes such as Stephen Fry.

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City SeRieS: adelaide/melBOURNe/ BRiSBaNe/SydNey/hOBaRtSophie Cunningham; Kerryn Holdsworthy; Matthew Condon; Delia Falconer; Peter Timms Hardbacks RRP $29.95 eachThese evocative books about Australian cities are written by some of Australia’s most prominent writers. Melbourne author Sophie Cunningham writes about the city she grew up in and its history; Kerryn Goldsworthy offers her personal guide through the city of Adelaide; Delia Falconer examines Sydney and its history, Matthew Condon leads us through the streets and history of Brisbane and Peter Timms (with introduction by Robert Dessaix) offer us In Search of Hobart.


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2011 award Winnersthe tigeR'S WiFeTéa Obreht Paperback RRP $19.99

Winner of the 2011 Orange Prize for FictionThe Award judges commented: Obreht's powers of observation and her understanding of the world are remarkable. By skilfully

spinning a series of magical tales she has managed to bring the tragedy of chronic Balkan conflict thumping into our front rooms with a bittersweet vivacity.

the memORy OF lOveAminatta Forna Paperback RRP $22.99

Winner of the Commonwealth Writers’ Prize 2011 Best BookThe judges of the Commonwealth Writers’ Prize

praised The Memory of Love for its risk taking, elegance The Memory of Love for its risk taking, elegance The Memory of Loveand breadth. ‘A poignant story about friendship, betrayal, obsession and second chances – the novel is an immensely powerful portrayal of human resilience.’

that deadmaN daNCeKim Scott Paperback RRP $22.99

Winner of the 2011 miles Franklin literary award The judges said: ‘That Deadman Dance is an

astonishingly original work... The novel is both realistic and visionary, an historical-lyrical recreation of early encounters between black and white on the south coast of Western Australia...

viSit FROm the gOON SQUadJennifer Egan Paperback RRP $19.99

the 2011 Pulitzer Prize Winner for Fiction Awarded to a fiction work by an American author, preferably dealing with American life,

this year’s winner A Visit From the Goon Squad by Jennifer Egan is ‘an inventive investigation of growing Jennifer Egan is ‘an inventive investigation of growing Jennifer Eganup and growing old in the digital age, displaying a big-hearted curiosity about cultural change at warp speed.’

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1 All That I Am by Anna FunderAll That I Am by Anna FunderAll That I Am

2 The Help by Kathryn StockettThe Help by Kathryn StockettThe Help

3 The Cat's Table by Michael OndaatjeThe Cat's Table by Michael OndaatjeThe Cat's Table

4 One Day by David NichollsOne Day by David NichollsOne Day

5 Sarah Thornhill by Kate GrenvilleSarah Thornhill by Kate GrenvilleSarah Thornhill

6 On Canaan's Side by Sebastian BarryOn Canaan's Side by Sebastian BarryOn Canaan's Side

7 The Sense of an Ending by Julian BarnesThe Sense of an Ending by Julian BarnesThe Sense of an Ending

8 Caleb's Crossing by Geraldine BrooksCaleb's Crossing by Geraldine BrooksCaleb's Crossing

9 Red Dog by Louis De BernieresRed Dog by Louis De BernieresRed Dog

10 The Street Sweeper by Elliot PerlmanThe Street Sweeper by Elliot PerlmanThe Street Sweeper

1 Bad News: Murdoch's Australian and the Shaping of the Nation: Quarterly Essay by Robert Manne

2 The Hare with Amber Eyes: A Hidden Inheritanceby Edmund De Waal

3 Go the F**k to Sleep by Adam MansbachGo the F**k to Sleep by Adam MansbachGo the F**k to Sleep4 The Age Good Food Guide 20125 You'll be Sorry When I'm Dead by Marieke HardyYou'll be Sorry When I'm Dead by Marieke HardyYou'll be Sorry When I'm Dead6 Jamie's 30-Minute Meals by Jamie OliverJamie's 30-Minute Meals by Jamie OliverJamie's 30-Minute Meals7 Arguably - Essays Arguably - Essays by Christopher HitchensArguably - Essays by Christopher HitchensArguably - Essays8 The Happiest Refugee: A Memoir by Anh DoThe Happiest Refugee: A Memoir by Anh DoThe Happiest Refugee: A Memoir9 The Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide

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by Derek Landy3 The Golden Door: Three Doors by Emily RoddaThe Golden Door: Three Doors by Emily RoddaThe Golden Door: Three Doors4 The Lost Stories: Ranger's Apprentice

by John Flanagan5 Heroes of Olympus: The Son of Neptune: Heroes

of Olympus by Rick Riordan6 The Jewel Fish of Karnak by Graeme BaseThe Jewel Fish of Karnak by Graeme BaseThe Jewel Fish of Karnak7 The Naked Boy and the Crocodile8 Some Dads ... by Nick Bland9 Why I Love My Daddy10 Look into My Eyes: Ruby Redfort by Lauren ChildLook into My Eyes: Ruby Redfort by Lauren ChildLook into My Eyes: Ruby Redfort

BeReFtChris Womersley Paperback RRP $24.95Winner of the indie Fiction of the year 2011 and Winner aBia literary Fiction Book of the year 2011

ROCkS iN the BellyJon Bauer Paperback RRP $24.95Winner of the indie debut Fiction of the year 2011

miRRORJeannie Baker Hardback, RRP $39.95Winner of the indie Children’s award 2011 and joint winner CBCa Picture Book of the year 2011

the haPPieSt ReFUgee Anh Do Paperback RRP $32.99

Winner of the indie Book of the year 2011 and the indie Non-Fiction of the year 2011 The Indie Award judges said:’Anh’s story will reach into every heart of every reader who is fortunate enough to be absorbed from page one. The story of the family, their hardship and love and humour that gets them through put this book on a par with A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life.’

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the SeNSe OF aN eNdiNgJulian BarnesHardback RRP $29.95

Winner of the man Booker Prize 2011On the announcement of the award, Chair of the Judges commented: ‘Julian Barnes' The ‘Julian Barnes' The ‘Julian Barnes'Sense of an Ending has the markings of a classic of English Literature. It is exquisitely written, subtly plotted and reveals new depths with each reading.' A truly masterful novel, with each reading.' A truly masterful novel, with each reading.' The Sense of an Ending is the story of a seemingly Sense of an Ending is the story of a seemingly Sense of an Endingordinary man who, when revisiting his past in later life, discovers that the memories he holds are less than perfect. Laced with trademark precision, dexterity and insight, this is the work of one of the world's most distinguished writers.

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