Fast and Loose by Nicholas J. Johnson: a con artist’s story
Blurb: Joel Fitch used to be a con artist. That is, until his scam paid off but his life went belly up. Now,…
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Dr Leah Giarratano interview: delving into a criminal mind
I can’t imagine the strength it takes to work with criminals, not to mention treating their victims. I’ve read about the characters who investigate…
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Honey Brown interview: On writing crime, her fears & uncertainties
What is it about crime that grabs me? What is it about crime against children that infuses me with horror and fascination at how…
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David Stanley on why he had to write TJF Syndrome
David Stanley, author of TJF Syndrome, tells why this book had to be written The idea for TJF Syndrome emerged from a desire to…
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TJF Syndrome by David Stanley: Book Review
Stars: 3.5 Blurb: Optimistic. Naive. Ostracised. Isolated. Oscar Herald’s first day as a Probationary Constable in the New South Wales Police Force did not go…
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Jacqueline Harvey: Author Interview
Meet Alice-Miranda and Clementine Rose, the creations of Jacqueline Harvey, award-winning Australian author. If you have kids aged 7-12, you’ve probably already heard of…
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Alice Pung: author interview
Alice Pung is the author of the wonderful Laurinda, a book I just finished reviewing. It’s a story that will stay with you because you’re…
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Laurinda by Alice Pung: Book Review
Rating: I didn’t mind stepping off the train and having to close this book for the day. Sometimes, you just need some time for…
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Nona and Me by Clare Atkins: Book Review
Rating: Wouldn’t have minded an extra stop or three to get through one more chapter before reaching work. Blurb: Rosie and Nona are sisters….
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Silvia Kwon, author of The Return: Interview
The Return is the debut novel of author Silvia Kwon. With it, she dives into the complicated topic of war, and it’s…
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