Meet author of Henry and the Dinosaurs, Julia R Francis at a popular and relaxed venue in the centre of town, not to mention saturday being market day, so you can make a day out of a lovely visit! Book synopsis: It is a great treat for Henry to have a Dinosaur Birthday Party. Can Henry and his friends find fossils hidden in the sandpit? At bedtime, what will Henry tell Mummy was his favourite part of the day?

Do you want to enjoy a dash of tragedy and intelligence in a delightful manner? Join George Roberts’s author of ‘From Ten Down to Three’ at the book signing on 29 Nov 2017 where he will discuss the basic idea of his book.  George loves to write and most enjoyable moment for him is when he gets a new idea in his head and finally makes it on the paper. The story revolves around a person James and his life tragedies. The presence of tumor caused him to realize that he cannot be a footballer in his whole life. An unexpected encounter happens while saving the life of a young women. The book is full of twists and turns that make James question that whether things are meant to be or it is just a coincidence.   

Join Dewi Anggraeni as she takes you through the historical fictitious endeavors at The Museum of Indonesian Arts while she talks about her book and even signs them in the end for you. The book ‘My Pain, My Country’ takes you back in May 1998, where a young girl named Nina experiences the heartbreaking attacks targeting the ethnic Chinese in Indonesia. It takes you on a journey where tragedy blends with unspeakable violence and tormenting guilt. Despite of the government best efforts, lives of many people changed dramatically due to Chinese descent.   The life journey of characters interprets the pain a nation must experience to prove as a multiethnic, multicultural and a diverse society against deeply rooted discrimination. For more information visit link http://www.museumofindonesianarts.org/

In The Endless Autumn, the sex and relationship expert reveals the life events of a girl named Autumn. She thinks she has everything in life: an attractive boyfriend, a great job, a canny best friend and a soon-to-be earned journalism diploma. But then Autumn’s life takes a dramatic twist when she meets a mysterious stranger. This is a sizzling, steamy and sexually sinister story of how a girl next door, unwittingly – but perhaps not unwillingly – explores the fringes of desire and release. It is an irresistible romance novel bound to make any reader hot under the collar. Autumn finds herself in a totally new and luxurious life. A life that is filled with fantasies, lasciviousness, and full of carnal desires. Will she be able to escape this life of glitters and erotica? Or she will find her new life to be overwhelming and satisfactory?  Find all of this in the Q&A session.

Gail Simpkins, author of 'Praying for Strawberries', will be at the Max Webber Fuction Centre on Thursday 23rd November.  Join Gail for a reading of her book and even get the chance to quiz Gail on 'Praying for Strawberries'. You may even be able to get yourself a signed copy! Have you ever wondered what an Autism Assistance Dog does? Or about the unique perspective of a person living with autism? Through his mother's diary, follow nine-year old Lachlan's journey with his new friend "Itsal" the Labrador as they navigate the world together with Lachlan achieving one of his many dreams and goals-learning to surf! Read about the fantastic improvements Itsal makes to Lachlan's life, and how he strengthens and supports Lachlan and his family.   "Praying for Strawberries is a remarkable story of the daily real life events of a mother, a child and a family whose testimony to the joys and sorrows of a normal family who have been blessed as they travel with each other on a journey where each day unfolds with many surprises not planned for. It is this uncertainty that can be both exhilarating and challenging. The reader will not remain untouched."  - Trevor R Parmenter AM, Professor Emeritus, Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney    

Author Lilli Sutherland will be at Rowanfield Junior School for a reading of her new book 'Max Saves Bellisa'. Book synopsis: When an unexpected tropical storm hits a small island on Christmas Eve, it causes devastation to many lives. In the rainforest, animals and plants suffer too. A mongoose named Max loses his home. Surrounded by friends, including an armadillo and an agouti, Max becomes very concerned when his friend Bellisa, a butterfly, gets her wing broken. How will she survive? Max imparts his knowledge about a healing plant to his friends and together, they urgently go in search for it. Max, as leader, shows great strength and determination. They encounter many obstacles and their characters are tested. But their willingness, kindness and team-work shines through in their quest to find the remedy. Follow them on their hazardous and emotional journey to save Bellisa.

Stuart Rees, author of 'A Lover's Country', will be at Nowra Library on Wednesday 8th November at 5:30pm.  Stuart will be giving a reading and taking part in a Q&A session. You might even be able to grab yourself a signed copy of the book. In the course of their passionate relationship, Tom Markson and his much younger Jewish lover Naomi Branath support a Palestinian leader, Fadeela Qubra who has been awarded an international prize for peace and who knows the details of a murder and a massacre. Fierce opponents of Dr. Qubra want her story suppressed and the award to her cancelled. Tom and Naomi find the courage and the stamina to resist the opposition and eventually enable Fadeela to leave Ramallah, fly to Australia to tell her story and receive her award. Despite death threats and opposition from powerful lobbies, human rights are upheld, love triumphs and the story is told. Told with a compelling immediacy, 'A Lover's Country' sheds light on the intrigue, struggle and behind-the-scenes wrangling associated with the nomination of a Palestinian woman as the recipient of a major peace prize. With a cast of memorable characters, a tightly crafted plot and touches of memorable poetry, A Lover's Country is an illuminating tale of justice with a hard won message of hope. In particular it is a must-read for anyone interested in the current plight of the Palestinians, Arab Israeli relations, and the presentation of these questions by the Western media. - William Lane Author of the highly acclaimed novels, Over the Water and The Horses This is a beautifully written and engaging story. It traces the kind of love that can only develop when people fight for the rights of others and never waver despite incessant and dangerous opposition. In events set largely in San Francisco, London, Sydney, Jerusalem, and Ramallah, that opposition includes powerful politicians and a compliant media who try to stifle accounts of a murder and a massacre. In spite of the pressures which confront them, the leading characters weather the storms and show how courage defeats compromise, principle overcomes pragmatism and how the passion of gutsy individuals lives up to the ideals of 'A Lover's Country'. - Adam Courtenay Author of the dramatic, revealing history Amazon Men

Two time AMP author, David McCaddon will be at Congleton Library on Tuesday 7th November from 2:30pm. Come meet David and quiz him on all your book based questions and grab yourself a signed copy of his two books - 'In Digital Pursuit' and 'Following Digital Footprints'. 'Following Digital Footprints' Following digital footprints is a detective story with a difference. Different sections of a police force are investigating cases of hire car theft, credit card fraud and identity theft using traditional methods supported by ever more sophisticated IT systems. The criminals, meanwhile, become increasingly greedy but appear to be committing their crimes under the radar. The suspense builds, as the police build their case methodically and with the occasional element of luck. There are several twists and turns as the plot races towards a conclusion, and the reader can only wait and see whether the police or the criminals will succeed. David McCaddon has written an enthralling whodunnit by drawing on his many years of experience in law enforcement systems development working with police forces worldwide. The technical details are described with a light touch and this adds to the enjoyment of the novel. A satisfying read. 'In Digital Pursuit' Digital Pursuit continues the story of criminal Tim Ridgway, first encountered in Following Digital Footprints. Tim has now been sentenced to ten years for his credit card and identity theft crimes and is taken to HMP Dinas Bay in Wales to serve his sentence. Ever one to use his skills to his own advantage, Tim sets about planning his escape, whilst at the same time the authorities get wind of something big going down in the prison. Midshire Police set up an investigation and follow up various leads, putting two and two together and, in an entertaining fashion, not always coming up with four. This is another enjoyable book from David McCaddon, in which the reader can become re-acquainted with old friends from Midshire Police and follow the threads of the plot which twist and turn in a satisfying manner.