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21/11/2025

852 Press news!

Wollongong researcher Lucy Warden discovers new truths behind Rachel Henning’s famous letters.

Read on: https://www.852press.com.au/rachel-henning/

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19/11/2025

New release!

On a crowded London Underground train, a frustrated young man meets Mr Isaac. What begins as a chance encounter blossoms into a life-changing mentorship.

Through thought-provoking conversations, Mr Isaac reveals a simple but powerful truth: real business success is not built on shortcuts, but on integrity, perseverance, and genuine client care.

THE MYSTERIOUS MR ISAAC is perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs and anyone seeking timeless lessons in business and life.

Buy now on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/TMMIsaac

Also available on IngramSpark.

12/11/2025

How will you cast your vote in these stand-alone Australian thrillers?

The Referendum Series by former federal member of parliament Richard Evans Author focuses on contemporary issues confounding the Australian public, and in a fictional world, offers solutions which are sent to referendum to approve amending the Australian Constitution.

FORGOTTEN PEOPLE focuses on Indigenous sovereignty: https://www.852press.com.au/forgotten-people/

THE MALLEE is about the fight for water and water rights: https://www.852press.com.au/the-mallee/

THE KILL BILL addresses euthanasia and the role of religion in politics: https://www.852press.com.au/the-kill-bill/

All available from major retailers online, local bookstores, and libraries.

05/11/2025

The complete Democracy Trilogy:

Episode One DECEIT
Episode Two DUPLICITY
Episode Three DOOMED

Written by former federal member of parliament Richard Evans, the Democracy Trilogy draws upon insider knowledge, contemporary history, and the political dark arts to expose the ruthless nature of the politics we never see.

The Trilogy is a gripping political thriller featuring emotional and surprising plot twists and convincing characters. It will have you questioning the ethics of politics and politicians and if democracy is under threat.

Available from bookstores, online retailers, Amazon and Kindle.

Learn more: https://www.852press.com.au/

29/10/2025

HORRIBLE PEOPLE: A perilous struggle against the dark arts of politics.

Jack Hudson, a former special services officer, is persuaded to run for office, only to encounter the ruthless world of politics. He joins the National Party and faces fierce opposition from within. Despite sabotage, Hudson wins an unwinnable seat, only to navigate the dirty politics of deceit, betrayal, and threats.

This fast-paced political thriller -- by formed federal member of parliament, Richard Evans -- exposes the dark arts of politics, promising a page-turning read.

Now available: https://www.852press.com.au/horrible-people/

20/10/2025

It's - 20-26 October 2025 - a time that encourages individuals, communities, schools and organisations to be inspired to promote the importance of water.

The 2025 theme is Bring Water into Focus – a new call to action that encourages people to see water not just as a resource, but as the invisible thread connecting everything in our lives.

THE MALLEE - written by former federal member of parliament Richard Evans - brings water into sharp focus as both a lifeline and a source of power, revealing how control over this essential resource shapes communities, politics, and survival itself.

Through its gripping political drama, the novel exposes the fragile balance between greed and necessity, reminding readers that water connects, and defines, every aspect of life in the Australian landscape.

THE MALLEE is available from major retailers online, local bookstores, and libraries.

For more information: https://www.852press.com.au/the-mallee/

Learn more about National Water Week: https://www.nationalwaterweek.org/

08/10/2025

See you next week!

Memory, Meaning, and the World Around You workshop for writers of staged of their journey.

Join 852 Press Director Dr Julia Evans and author of ten books, Richard Evans, in this hands-on, two-hour workshop to explore:

✔️ Unlock insights from letters & correspondence
✔️ Ground your story in history & culture
✔️ Navigate the ethics of writing about others
✔️ Tackle memory gaps with confidence

Learn more: https://www.852press.com.au/writers-workshop-memory-meaning-and-the-world-around-you/

When: 9:30am-11:30am Saturday 18 October 2025
Where: Dudley Denny City Library, 134 Victoria Street, Mackay

FREE Registration: https://mackay.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=164962

No writing experience needed, just curiosity and something to write with.

01/10/2025

Registrations now open!

Memory, Meaning, and the World Around You workshop for writers of staged of their journey.

Join 852 Press Director Dr Julia Evans and author of ten books, Richard Evans, in this hands-on, two-hour workshop to explore:
✔️ Unlock insights from letters & correspondence
✔️ Ground your story in history & culture
✔️ Navigate the ethics of writing about others
✔️ Tackle memory gaps with confidence

Learn more: https://www.852press.com.au/writers-workshop-memory-meaning-and-the-world-around-you/

When: 9:30am-11:30am Saturday 18 October 2025
Where: Dudley Denny City Library, 134 Victoria Street, Mackay
FREE Registration: https://mackay.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=164962

No writing experience needed, just curiosity and something to write with.

Mackay Regional Council Libraries

24/09/2025

Save the date!

Memoir isn’t just about looking inward, it’s about weaving together memory, relationships, and the times we’ve lived through.

Join 852 Press Director Dr Julia Evans and author of ten books, Richard Evans, in this hands-on, two-hour workshop to explore:

✔️ Unlock insights from letters & correspondence
✔️ Ground your story in history & culture
✔️ Navigate the ethics of writing about others
✔️ Tackle memory gaps with confidence

Perfect for writers ready to bring more depth, honesty, and perspective to their memoir.

When: 9:30am-11:30am Saturday 18 October 2025
Where: Dudley Denny City Library, 134 Victoria Street, Mackay
FREE Registration: https://mackay.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=164962

No writing experience needed, just curiosity and something to write with.

Mackay Regional Council Libraries

17/09/2025

Happy Release Day!

Congratulations to Rick Brown for the launch of THE MYSTERIOUS MY ISAAC.

Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs and anyone seeking timeless lessons in business and life, THE MYSTERIOUS MR ISAAC is an inspiring business fable about mentorship, customer service, and lasting success.

On a crowded London Underground train, a frustrated young man meets Mr Isaac. What begins as a chance encounter blossoms into a life-changing mentorship.

Through thought-provoking conversations, Mr Isaac reveals a simple but powerful truth: real business success is not built on shortcuts, but on integrity, perseverance, and genuine client care.

Buy now on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/TMMIsaac

Also available on IngramSpark.

We invite reviewers to contact us for a free copy (paperback or eBook) of THE MYSTERIOUS MR ISAAC.

10/09/2025

Available soon!

On a crowded London train, a frustrated young man meets Mr Isaac—an unlikely mentor with timeless wisdom. Through stories of service, perseverance, and integrity, he learns that true business success is built not on shortcuts, but on genuine customer care.

New 852 Press author, Rick Brown, built a multi-million-dollar business before retiring to the Whitsundays, where he rekindled his passion for storytelling. His writing blends lived experience with imagination, offering narratives that inspire, entertain, and remind us of the values that shape meaningful success.

Inspiring, practical, and unforgettable.

For more information visit: https://www.852press.com.au/the-mysterious-mr-isaac/

We invite readers and reviewers to contact us for a free Advance Copy (paperback or eBook) of THE MYSTERIOUS MR ISAAC

06/08/2025

Registrations closing! Book now!

When: 9:30am-11:30am Saturday 16 August 2025
Where: Dudley Denny City Library, 134 Victoria Street, Mackay
Registration: Free

What is the difference between writing and storytelling?

Join 852 Press Director Dr Julia Evans and author of ten books, Richard Evans, in this hands-on, two-hour workshop to explore:

✔️ Classic three act structure and how to use it
✔️ Create vivid characters and dynamic settings
✔️ Importance of conflict and resolution
✔️ Experiment with narrative voice and point of view

No writing experience needed—just curiosity and something to write with. A perfect first step (or refresher!) for anyone ready to dive into storytelling.

👉 Learn more & register now: https://mackay.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=156971

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