Well its been another big week here at Books N Gifts. The publishers and freight companies have been busy and we have received an absolute mountain of fantastic new book releases to help escape the lockdown boredom.
Here are just some highlights of this week's latest book arrivals.
Lisa Millar - Daring to Fly
Autobiography
Autobiography on the life and career of ABC journalist Lisa Millar and on growing up in country Queensland, facing her fears and finding joy in deadlines. "The utterly inspirational story behind one of our country's most superb journalists". - Lisa Wilkinson.
Anika Molesworth - Our Sunburnt Country
Adult Non-Fiction
A young farmer shares how we can grow the courage to protect our land and save our food despite the threat of climate change and the droughts, heatwaves and dust storms that it brings. Beautifully written and full of hope, Our Sunburnt Country shows that there is a way to protect our land, our food and our future and it is within our grasp.
James Norbury - Big Panda and Tiny Dragon
Self Help
The charming illustrated story of two friends who travel through the seasons sharing the lessons they learn on their way, the perfect gift to uplift and inspire your loved ones.
Writer and artist James Norbury began illustrating the adventures of Big Panda and Tiny Dragon, inspired by Buddhist philosophy and spirituality, to share the ideas that have helped him through the most difficult times, in the hope they can help others too.
Lucy Adlington - The Dressmakers of Auschwitz
Adult Non-Fiction
The untold story of women resistance fighters in Hitler's ghettos. The powerful chronicle of the women who used their sewing skills to survive the Holocaust, stitching beautiful clothes at an extraordinary fashion shop created within one of the most notorious WWII death camps.
Annie Smithers - Recipes for a Kinder Life
Cooking/Self Help
The book that embraces the cover of our latest Booksellers Choice reading guide.. In this generous account of life on the land and in the kitchen, trailblazing cook, Annie Smithers chronicles her quest for for a more sustainable existence, in harmony with the environment and the self. Part meditation, part memoir, the book offers practical advice and wisdom gleaned from a long life dedicated to seasonal food and living lightly on the ground beneath her feet
Hannah Moloney - The Good Life - How to Grow a Better World
Gardening
For Hannah Moloney of Good Life Permaculture a good life is one built around community and sustainability. In the Good Life she shares inspirational and practical advice to help you live happily and sustainably. From growing your own tea, to building A DIY water tank, making yoghurt and co-housing, The Good Life teaches the skills, self reliance and confidence needed to engage meaningfully with your space, your food and your community.
Maura Finn & Cate James - Babies at the Billabong
Childrens Book
From the fabulous picture book partnership behind By the Billabong comes this energetic and playful journey through the day in the Australian landscape. But what happens when it gets dark?
Kity Black and Jess Rose - Lucy and Sad Follow Your Feelings
Childrens Book
When Lucy has a hard time making friends, she's joined by someone new : Sad. But Sad isn't the company Lucy had hoped for . It feels like Sad will never leave, even when Lucy tries hiding, distraction and fast running! But with the help of some flower, cookies, a bedtime story and a big hug, Lucy can say goodbye for now to Sad and say hello to some new.....
Anne Cleeves - The Heron's Cry
Adult Fiction
North Devon is enjoying a rare hot Summer with tourists, flocking to its coastline. Detective Matthew Venn is called out to a rural crime scene at the home of a group of artists. What he finds is an elaborately staged murder. Matthew finds himself carefully treading through the lies that fester at the heart of his community and a case that is dangerously close to home
Paula Hawkins - A Slow Fire Burning
Adult Fiction
The scorching new thriller from the author of The Girl on the Train and Into the Water.
Laura has spent most of her life being judged. She's seen as hot tempered, troubled, a loner. Some even call her dangerous.
Miriam knows that just because Laura is witnessed leaving the scene of a horrific murder with blood on her clothes, that doesn't mean she's a killer. Bitter experience has taught her how easy it is to get caught in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Innocent or guilty, everyone is damaged. Some are damaged enough to kill.
These are just a few of the great new book arrivals this week. To see more please visit us either instore in Berry or online at www.booksngifts.com.au. Don't forget to grab our Spring Booksellers Choice reading guide for other great book ideas.
Head Bookseller
Tammy