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16/07/2025

Storytelling lies at the heart of Indigenous culture, and Aunty Rhonda Collard-Spratt is celebrating resilience and sharing her story in her new children's book 'Brave Young Eagle'. TODAY Spirit of the Dreaming

13/07/2025

Be watching Australia! To celebrate NAIDOC Week and our authors, Aunty Rhonda Collard-Spratt and Jacki Ferro, with the release of the final book in The Spirit of the Dreaming Series, Brave Young Eagle.

Be watching Today Extra on Channel 9 next Tuesday, July 15. See Yamatji-Noongar author and artist Aunty Rhonda Collard-Spratt talking about NAIDOC 2025: The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy.
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02/07/2025

📚 Book Signing with James Lergessner – Books@Stones 📚

Join beloved Queensland author James Lergessner at Books@Stones for a special book signing filled with memories, nostalgia, and local history!

🗓 Saturday 5th July
🕙 10:00am – 1:00pm
📍 Books@Stones, Stones Corner

James will be signing copies of his much-loved titles:

✨ Cloudland – A sentimental look back at Brisbane’s legendary dance hall, where music, romance, and memories filled the night air. A must-read for anyone who remembers—or wants to discover—this iconic venue.

✨ The Brisbane I Used to Know – A personal and evocative walk through the streets, stories and characters of a changing Brisbane in the post-war years. Honest, heartfelt and rich with local colour.

✨ Snippets from a Baby Boomer’s Diary – A charming collection of tales from James’s life as a baby boomer growing up in Queensland, capturing the humour and heart of a bygone era.

Pop in for a chat, discover Brisbane’s past through James’s words, and grab a signed copy for yourself or a fellow history lover.

30/06/2025

📚 Book Signing with James Lergessner – Harry Hartog Maroochydore 📚

Meet renowned Queensland author James Lergessner at Harry Hartog Maroochydore for an afternoon of nostalgia, storytelling, and book signing!

🗓 Thursday 3rd July
🕑 2:00pm – 5:00pm
📍 Harry Hartog Bookseller, Sunshine Plaza

James will be signing three of his most popular titles:

✨ Cloudland – A tribute to the iconic Brisbane dance hall that captured the heart of a generation. Relive the music, the magic, and the memories of a place that shaped the city’s social life for decades.

✨ The Brisbane I Used to Know – A reflective journey through post-war Brisbane, told through vivid anecdotes and personal recollections. A warm, insightful look at the people, places and character of a city in transition.

✨ Snippets from a Baby Boomer’s Diary – A heartfelt and humorous collection of stories from James’s own life as a baby boomer, capturing the spirit of growing up in mid-20th century Australia with honesty and charm.

Don’t miss this chance to chat with the author and take home a signed copy of these beautifully written glimpses into Brisbane’s rich past.

📖 Perfect for lovers of memoir, history, and local culture.

18/06/2025

📚 Upcoming Book Signing: Cloudland, The Brisbane I Used to Know, and Snippets from a Baby Boomer’s Diary by James Lergessner at New Farm Editions.
Join us for a nostalgic morning with esteemed Queensland author and historian James Lergessner as he signs copies of his beloved works:
📅 Date: Saturday, 21st June 2025
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: New Farm Editions
James Lergessner's books capture the essence of Brisbane's rich history and cultural heritage:
Cloudland explores the iconic dance hall in Bowen Hills, a symbol of Brisbane's vibrant social scene before its demolition in 1982.
The Brisbane I Used to Know is a heartfelt tribute to the city's suburban life over six decades, reflecting on the changes and constants that define Brisbane.
Snippets from a Baby Boomer’s Diary offers humorous and poignant anecdotes from Lergessner's own experiences growing up in Brisbane.
Don't miss this opportunity to meet James Lergessner and delve into Brisbane's past through his engaging storytelling.

13/06/2025

📚 Upcoming Book Signing: Rhyme and Reason by Susan Ackroyd at Dymocks Chermside.

Join us for an enlightening afternoon with author Susan Ackroyd as she signs copies of her acclaimed book, Rhyme and Reason: English History Through Nursery Rhymes. This event offers a unique opportunity to delve into the historical and political contexts behind beloved nursery rhymes.

📅 Date: Sunday 15th June
🕒 Time: 11.00-2.00pm
📍 Location: Dymocks Chermside

In Rhyme and Reason, Susan Ackroyd explores how 20 well-known English nursery rhymes reflect the political and social conflicts of their times, from the medieval to the Georgian eras . Discover the hidden meanings behind classics like "Humpty Dumpty" and "Ring a Ring o' Roses" .

Don't miss this chance to meet the author and gain a deeper understanding of the stories behind the rhymes we grew up with.

12/06/2025

📚 Upcoming Book Signing: Cloudland, The Brisbane I Used to Know, and Snippets from a Baby Boomer’s Diary by James Lergessner at Scrumptious Reads.

Join us for a nostalgic morning with esteemed Queensland author and historian James Lergessner as he signs copies of his beloved works:

📅 Date: Saturday, 14th June 2025
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Scrumptious Reads

James Lergessner's books capture the essence of Brisbane's rich history and cultural heritage:

Cloudland explores the iconic dance hall in Bowen Hills, a symbol of Brisbane's vibrant social scene before its demolition in 1982.

The Brisbane I Used to Know is a heartfelt tribute to the city's suburban life over six decades, reflecting on the changes and constants that define Brisbane.

Snippets from a Baby Boomer’s Diary offers humorous and poignant anecdotes from Lergessner's own experiences growing up in Brisbane.

Don't miss this opportunity to meet James Lergessner and delve into Brisbane's past through his engaging storytelling.

12/06/2025

📚 Upcoming Book Signing: The Letters by Vicki Bennett at New Farm Editions

Join us for a special event with acclaimed author Vicki Bennett as she signs copies of her latest novel, The Letters.

📅 Date: Saturday, 14th June 2025
🕒 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: New Farm Editions

The Letters is a captivating tale that intertwines adventure, passion, and generational healing. When Ruby discovers her late grandfather's personal letters, she's transported from 1973 Australia to 1917 World War I France. There, she meets a resistance fighter named Henri and embarks on a journey that challenges her understanding of love, family, and destiny .
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Don't miss this opportunity to meet Vicki Bennett and delve into the story behind The Letters. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to her work, this event promises to be an engaging experience.

11/06/2025

📚 Upcoming Book Signing: Rhyme and Reason by Susan Ackroyd at Dymocks Brisbane City

Join us for an enlightening afternoon with author Susan Ackroyd as she signs copies of her acclaimed book, Rhyme and Reason: English History Through Nursery Rhymes. This event offers a unique opportunity to delve into the historical and political contexts behind beloved nursery rhymes.

📅 Date: Saturday 14th June
🕒 Time: 11.00-1.00pm
📍 Location: Dymocks Brisbane City

In Rhyme and Reason, Susan Ackroyd explores how 20 well-known English nursery rhymes reflect the political and social conflicts of their times, from the medieval to the Georgian eras . Discover the hidden meanings behind classics like "Humpty Dumpty" and "Ring a Ring o' Roses" .

Don't miss this chance to meet the author and gain a deeper understanding of the stories behind the rhymes we grew up with.

03/06/2025

⛰️📚 Truth-Telling Spotlight for National Reconciliation Week 📚⛰️
The Battle of One Tree Hill by Ray Kerkhove and Frank Uhr tells the powerful true story of Aboriginal warrior Multuggerah and the 1843 resistance against settler forces on Queensland’s Darling Downs.

This richly researched book sheds light on a significant but often overlooked event in the Frontier Wars — where First Nations warriors used strategic planning and local knowledge to protect their land. Through maps, archival records, and oral histories, the authors restore Multuggerah’s story to its rightful place in Australian history.

🖤 Essential reading for acknowledging the past and honouring the strength and leadership of First Nations peoples.

01/06/2025

⚔️📚 Book Feature for National Reconciliation Week 📚⚔️
Queensland’s Frontier Wars by Jack Drake is a powerful and meticulously researched account of the often-overlooked conflicts between European settlers and First Nations peoples across Queensland.

Spanning from 1824 to the early 20th century, this book uncovers the brutal realities of Australia’s frontier violence, including the role of the Native Police, and highlights the fierce resistance and resilience of Aboriginal communities defending their land and way of life.

📖 Essential reading for truth-telling, understanding our shared history, and honouring the voices that were silenced.