Author to speak on his multi-faceted life | Library Links

By Fiona Sills, Gunnedah Shire Library

Spotlight: Author Visit

If you are a fan of Australian fiction, you will want to be at the library on Monday, October 20 at 12pm, as the bestselling author, Peter Watt, visits to talk about his multi-faceted life.

In addition to writing, he has worked as a soldier, prawn trawler deckhand, real estate salesman, police sergeant, private investigator, surveyor’s chainman, and advisor to the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary.

Bookings will be essential for this event, so call the library on (02) 6740 2190 to ensure you don’t miss out. While you wait, why not pop into the library, and re-borrow a couple of Peter’s books!

Spotlight: Australian Fiction

When you rush in to borrow that book by Peter Watt, take some time to explore the rest of the Australian fiction collection?

These books are shelved separately to highlight the work (and talents!) of our home-grown authors. Australian authors write in a variety of genres, including rural romance, thriller, historical fiction and fantasy, so you will find something to interest even the most picky of readers.

Spotlight: New books

If you have a little one who loves to say ‘No’, why not borrow Mr Fox’s Game of “No!” (EASY L) by David LaRochelle. Mr Fox has a challenge: answer every question in the book with “no”. If you say “yes”, you must start again. What questions will he ask? Lots of giggles!

If you have a little one who loves to say ‘No’, why not borrow Mr Fox’s Game of “No!”

The inspiring life story of Ruth Hegarty is available to read in her award-winning memoir, Is That You, Ruthie? (BIOG 994 HEG). Growing up in the notorious Cherbourg Aboriginal Mission during the Depression years, Ruthie reflects on her experiences living in the dormitory and the lasting bonds that developed between all the girls who were removed from country.

A little light reading is on offer, with Love and Other Hollywood Endings (AFR ERW) by Susannah Erwin. Sutton Spencer was an upbeat screenwriting student. Xavier Duval was her genius-but-grumpy filmmaker mentor. They shared a secret kiss, then he savaged her screenplay and ghosted her completely. Fast-forward ten years, and Sutton is now a movie executive vying for a VP position. She is sent to oversee Xavier’s new sci-fi blockbuster which has gone way over budget. He is still as talented and gruff as she remembers, but this time, she is in charge.

Come in to 291 Conadilly Street and find your new favourite read!