Boolarong Press

02/12/2025

When rebellious Ruby is bequeathed her late grandfather’s personal letters, she is pulled from peacetime 1973 Australia, to 1917 World War 1 France. Without identification or any way home, she sets out to right a wrong that has broken her family for generations. She meets her young grandfather, an Australian soldier, who has a secret family – a French wife and daughter. Ruby is the only person who knows the true danger they are in, and sets out to rewrite her family’s past. A local resistance fighter Henri, with secrets of his own, is the only person who can help her. As they navigate dangerous terrain, Ruby is torn between the love of this mysterious hero, and the life she left behind.

In this episode, Gregory Dobbs chats to Vicki Bennett about the enduring power of the hand-written letter, how the letter can facilitate communication across time and generations, and her deep personal and family connection to this story.

Link to Podcast
https://goodreadingmagazine.com.au/podcasts/vicki-bennett-on-her-story-of-love-war-and-intergenerational-healing-the-letters/

27/11/2025

✨ Meet the Author at Rosetta Books! ✨
Join us on Saturday, 29th November from 10am–1pm at Rosetta Books for a special book signing with James Lergessner, author of Cloudland, The Brisbane I Used to Know, and Snippets from a Baby Boomer’s Diary. 📚✨
Come along to chat with James, discover the stories behind these beloved titles, and get your copies personally signed. Each of these books makes a wonderful Christmas gift—perfect for history lovers, Brisbane fans, and anyone who enjoys heartfelt storytelling. 🎄🎁
🗓 Saturday 29 November
⏰ 10:00am – 1:00pm
📍 Rosetta Books

26/11/2025

✨ Book Signing Alert! ✨

Join us at Harry Hartog Carindale on Saturday, 29th November, from 10am–1pm for a special signing event with Damien & Haydn Crespan, the talented brothers behind The Adventures of Triz series! 🚀📚

Meet the authors, get your books signed, and dive into the exciting world of Triz. Plus, a signed copy of The Adventures of Triz makes an amazing Christmas present for the young adventurers in your life! 🎄🎁

🗓 Saturday 29 November
⏰ 10:00am – 1:00pm
📍 Harry Hartog Carindale

See you there, adventurers! 🌟📖✨

25/11/2025

✨📚 Author Talk with Vicki Bennett!📚✨

Join us at Scrumptious Reads on Thursday, 27th November from 6-7pm for an exciting evening with Vicki Bennett, author of The Letters!

Vicki will share insights into her captivating novel—a story of love, war, and rewriting history. Come hear about the journey of Ruby, a young woman transported back to WWI France, and the secrets that change her family’s future forever.

Don’t miss out on this chance to meet the author, ask questions, and dive deep into the world of The Letters.

📅 Date: Thursday, 27th November
🕕 Time: 6-7pm
📍 Location: Scrumptious Reads

21/11/2025

✨📚 Author Talk with Vicki Bennett! 📚✨

Join us at Scrumptious Reads on Thursday, 27th November from 6-7pm for an exciting evening with Vicki Bennett, author of The Letters!

Vicki will share insights into her captivating novel—a story of love, war, and rewriting history. Come hear about the journey of Ruby, a young woman transported back to WWI France, and the secrets that change her family’s future forever.

Don’t miss out on this chance to meet the author, ask questions, and dive deep into the world of The Letters.

📅 Date: Thursday, 27th November
🕕 Time: 6-7pm
📍 Location: Scrumptious Reads

20/11/2025

🎉 Book Signing Event with James Lergessner! 📚✍️
Join us this Saturday, November 22nd, at Books@Stones for a special book signing with the talented author James Lergessner! 🎉
📖 James will be signing copies of his beloved books:

Snippets for a Baby Boomer's Diary – A heartfelt and humorous collection of personal reflections, capturing the essence of growing up in the Baby Boomer generation. Perfect for anyone who loves nostalgia and personal storytelling.

The Brisbane I Used to Know – A beautiful walk down memory lane, this book offers a glimpse into Brisbane's past through the eyes of a local. It's full of rich history, familiar landmarks, and personal anecdotes that will make you fall in love with the city all over again.

Cloudland – A poignant tribute to one of Brisbane's most iconic venues, Cloudland takes readers on a journey through the magic of a bygone era. It’s a wonderful blend of history, music, and culture, bringing a beloved landmark back to life.

🕙 When: Saturday, November 22nd from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
📍 Where: Books@Stones
Whether you're a fan of Brisbane history, nostalgic memories, or simply love a good read, James' books are perfect stocking stuffers for Christmas! 🎁
Don’t miss your chance to meet the author, hear more about his books, and grab a signed copy for yourself or a loved one. It’s the perfect way to kick off your holiday shopping! 🎄✨

See you there! 📚❤️

20/11/2025

Aunty Rhonda in Conversation with ABC’s Sarah Kanowski

We are honoured to highlight Aunty Rhonda Collard-Spratt, a proud Yamatji-Noongar elder and Stolen Generations survivor, as she sits down with ABC’s Sarah Kanowski to share her extraordinary life story.

Taken from her family as a young girl and raised on the Carnarvon Mission, Aunty Rhonda found comfort in the bush — the only place she could feel the warmth and love she longed for from her mum.

From creating some of Perth’s best beehive hairstyles as a young hairdresser, to reconnecting with her mother later in life and forming a beautiful bond with her English stepfather through music, her journey is one of resilience, culture, and healing.

✨ A powerful and deeply moving conversation you won’t want to miss.

Artist, author and Stolen Generations survivor, Rhonda Collard-Spratt, on bush hugs, beehives, emu bumps, and finding peace. Aunty Rhonda Collard-Spratt is a Yamatji-Noongar elder and Stolen Generations survivor who grew up on the Carnarvon Native Mission in Western Australia. As a little girl she w...

19/11/2025

📚✨ Book Signing with Graham Perrett! ✨📚

Looking for the perfect Christmas gift? 🎁 Join Graham Perrett, author of the highly anticipated The Long Story, for a special book signing event!

Come meet Graham, get your copy signed, and hear the captivating stories behind this must-read, blending history, politics, and real-life narratives. It’s the perfect gift for anyone who loves a deep, engaging read!

🖊️ Date: Saturday, 22nd November
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Dymocks Indooroopilly

Don't miss this chance to meet one of Australia’s most insightful authors and grab your signed copy for the perfect Christmas present! 📖🎄

13/11/2025

The Adventures of Triz Series
📅When: Saturday 15th November
📍Where: Dymocks Indooroopilly
⏲Time: 10.00-1.00pm
*The Adventures of Triz the Babysitter* and *Triz Destroys the Sun* by Damien and Haydn Crespan are part of a quirky, humorous series of children's books featuring the character Triz, an unconventional and adventurous babysitter.
In *The Adventures of Triz the Babysitter*, Triz is not your typical babysitter. She is bold, energetic, and always finds herself in outrageous, wild situations. The story follows her as she babysits children, but the events quickly take unexpected and amusing turns. Triz's unique approach to problem-solving and her ability to handle crazy situations make for a fun, fast-paced read that appeals to younger readers with a taste for excitement.
In *Triz Destroys the Sun*, the stakes get even higher. This book takes Triz's wild adventures to a cosmic level as she finds herself in a situation where she must somehow deal with a cosmic catastrophe — namely, the destruction of the Sun. The book is packed with absurd humour, action, and surreal scenarios, emphasizing the idea that Triz, no matter how improbable the situation, can tackle any problem head-on in her own unpredictable way.
The series is full of playful, off-the-wall humour that delights kids, with a mix of wit, imagination, and zany storytelling. The books have an irreverent and energetic tone, with Triz serving as a fun, larger-than-life character that young readers can follow in her wild, over-the-top adventures.
Don't miss this chance to meet the authors in person, grab a signed copy, and ask the boys how the adventures of Triz came to life.

10/11/2025

10/11/2025

✨ New Release: Murru's Tale By Wiradjuri Women Rebbeca Chapman ✨
Little Murru is different from the other bandicoots — she has no dhun (tail).
Tired of being teased, she sets off on a brave journey to ask Biame, the Sky Father, for help.

What she finds at the top of Bimir Mountain is far more powerful than a tail — it’s her own strength.

Told with warmth and Wiradjuri language, Little Murru is a story of courage, culture, and finding pride in who you are.

📚 Selected for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation’s Book Supply Program
💛 All royalties support the Aboriginal Literacy Foundation