Bryce Courtenay: Storyteller by Christine Courtenay
Following the success of his extraordinary debut The Power of One, Bryce Courtenay continued to pen works that entertained and inspired thousands of devoted readers.
In this memoir, told by his wife Courteney, she unravels his rags to riches life story from his humble beginnings in Africa to his career as a best selling author.
Under Her Skin by Sue Williams
When three bombs exploded in Bali, killing and injuring so many in 2002, burns surgeon Professor Fiona Wood and her team were there to help.
A pioneer in the field of burns and reconstructive surgery, Fiona made world headlines with the use of her groundbreaking invention of ”spray on skin” to minimize patients’ horrific scarring.
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This is the remarkable story of how the daughter of a fifth generation coalminer in the north of England went on to become one of Australia’s most innovative and dedicated surgeons.
The Light We Carry by Michelle Obama
Getting straight to the heart of the matter, US former First Lady Michelle Obama tackles life questions many of us wrestle with. With compassion and vigour, she shares wisdom and strategies for staying hopeful and balanced in today’s uncertain world.
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Surrender by Bono
Bono’s career has been well documented, but you’d be mistaken if you thought there was little more to know about the U2 frontman! In this honest, bold and ballsy reveal, he gives a remarkable glimpse into his life from his early days growing up in Dublin and the sudden loss of his mother when he was 14, to U2’s road to becoming one of the biggest rock bands in the world.
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Dreamer by Dami Im
From her very first appearance auditioning for The X Factor in 2013, Aussie singing sensation Dami Im has won hearts across the nation. In her inspirational memoir she tells of how a shy Korean born Australian girl – who started school speaking little English – kept her dream of becoming an entertainer to herself, and how sheer grit and talent saw her emerge as the artists she was destined to be.
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Heart Strong by Ellidy Pullin
Ellidy Pullin’s whole world changed forever when her partner, Olympic snowboarding champion Alex ”Chumpy” Pullin tragically died from suffering a shallow water blackout while spearfishing.
Longing to become parents, in the hours following his death, Ellidy made the decision to have Alex’s posthumous sperm retrieved so their baby hopes remained alive. A powerful memoir about how one widow’s baby has helped heal her heart.
Ellidy was written about her experience of grief and learning to love again in her debut release ‘Heartstrong’.
(IMAGE: Instagram)Cinema Speculation by Quentin Tarantino
Arguably one of the most celebrated of contemporary filmmakers, Quentin Tarantino brings to the table a unique cocktail of personal memoir, cultural criticism and Hollywood history.
In his recognizable vernacular, Quentin criticses and theorises films over the years and reveals his personal history in a wickedly intelligent and joyously entertaining way.
The Ninth Life of a Diamond Miner: A Memoir
From a young age, Grace Tame’s life was defined by trauma and strength.
As a teenager she found the courage to speak up after experiencing horrific child sexual abuse and in 2021 was catapulted into the public eye when she was awarded Australian of the Year.
Hear her story, in her words, on her words, on her terms, is an intelligent, deeply felt, often witty and wildly unexpected account about the things in life that have driven and saved her.
WATCH NOW: Australian of the Year Grace Tame’s National Press Club address. Article continues after video.
Waxing On: The Karate Kid and Me
Star of The Karate Kid films and the smash hit Netflix show, Cobra Kai, Ralph Macchio looks back on the legacy of film that came to define him.
From the untold story behind his starring role as Daniel LaRusso – the innocence of the early days, the audition process and the filmmaking experience itself, as well sharing the film’s most iconic moments – it’s a trip down memory lane for Ralph and fans.
Friends, Lovers, and The Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry
Told with his trademark humour, Matthew Perry lays his life on the line and opens up about his lifelong battle with addiction, fractured family and pitfalls of fame in this moving and inspiring read that is also delightfully gossipy and hilarious.
WATCH NOW: Matthew Perry can’t remember 3 years of his role on friends. Article continues after video.
