Jelena Dokic, Kylie Orr, Jo Dixon and more!We have an exciting lineup of author talks at Connected Libraries over the next few months. Kylie Orr and Jo Dixon are visiting us in April to discuss their new domestic suspense novels, 'The Eleventh Hour' and 'A
Shadow at the Door'. Both of these books are on their way to our libraries and will be available soon. These are free events. Bookings are now open for both of these events. Former Australian Tennis Star and commentator Jelena
Dokic will be visiting Bunjil Place Library on Thursday 14 March to discuss her bestselling book 'Fearless'. Spaces for this event are limited and filling up fast. The Autumn What's On Guide launches on Monday 19 February and is
jam packed with lots of free adult events to keep you entertained as the weather cools down. Check it out on our website and see all our events here. Fun Fact: Bestselling Author Rachael John's had the vision of including a Librarian in her latest novel The Other Bridget. To ensure the character was on point, Rachael quizzed our very own Customer Experience legend and one of the driving forces behind this e-newsletter Janine to ensure accuracy - she even named the character after her!
Jelena Dokic is coming to Bunjil Place LibraryIn 2017, Jelena Dokic made international headlines with the release of her bestselling memoir, Unbreakable. Years of shocking abuse at the hands of her father – physical, emotional and financial – were
revealed by the former tennis World No. 4.
Fearless, Jelena’s second book, shares the impact her formative years have had on her, and her refusal to be defined by her trauma.
Jelena will be at Bunjil Place Library to share her stories, her experiences and how she is finding a way to move past them.
Book sales and signings will be available on the night. This is a free event, but bookings are essential. 📌 Bunjil Place Library
📅 Thursday 14 March
⏰ 7pm
The Eleventh Floor
by Kylie OrrSleep deprived, and at breaking point, Gracie Michaels books a night - alone - at The Maxwell Hotel. With time to recharge she'll be able to return to her family more like the unflappable mother she pretends to be. Instead, she wakes in a room she doesn't recognise after an encounter with a man who is not her husband. Being drawn into a crime was not something Gracie had planned for her hotel stay but when a police investigation heats up, she is trapped in a maze of lies. To speak out jeopardises her marriage, but silence threatens her son, her sanity and her safety. Will Gracie destroy her own family by
telling the truth or devastate someone else's by keeping her secrets?
What Happened to Nina?
by Dervla McTiernanNina and Simon are the perfect couple, until they spend a weekend away, and only Simon comes home. Nina's parents push the police for answers, and Simon's parents rush to protect him. They hire expensive lawyers and a PR firm that quickly ramps up a vicious, nothing-is-off-limits media campaign. Everyone chooses a side, and the story goes viral, illustrated with pictures taken from Nina's social media accounts. Journalists descend on the small town, followed by a few obsessive 'fans.' Nina's family is under siege, but they never lose sight of finding
their daughter.
The New Classic Home
by Paloma ContrerasDesigner Paloma Contreras demonstrates how to pair seemingly disparate pieces to create harmonious, timeless, and balanced interiors. Contreras walks readers through her four main techniques-Colour, Texture & Pattern, Scale & Proportion, and Tension- to bridge the gap between modern and traditional.
With spectacular photography and design tips, The New Classic Home divulges how to blend vintage pieces into contemporary settings, freshen classic silhouettes, and create spaces that include modern surprise with a touch of elegant antiquity.
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A Shadow at the Door
by Jo DixonAfter a brutal attack and the breakdown of her marriage, life has taught former TV star Remi Lucan that it's safer to not rely on anyone. Instead, she's buried herself in Hobart, transforming her dilapidated house back to its former splendour. But when she runs out of money, her wealthy ex-husband tries to force the sale of the property and Remi realises her only option is to lower her defences and take in tenants. At first her biggest problem is adjusting to housemates, but when a series of 'accidents' turns ugly, it becomes clear these incidents are more than pranks. Someone is out to get Remi, and they
won't stop until they destroy her...
The Chocolate Factory
by Mary-Lou StephensWorking for Cadbury, Dorothy gets promoted to establish a new Australian factory. A fresh start is just what she needs after the Great War and the loss of her husband. Maisie is the oldest daughter of a war widow, living on a pittance in Hobart. Her mother's health is failing, and with siblings depending on her, a job at the new Cadbury's factory is a godsend. With a budding romance with a fellow worker, life begins to look a little sweeter. However, when chocolate spies target the new factory, Dorothy and Maisie become caught up in their plot.
How To Train Your Dog
by Adam SpiveyDog Training founder Adam Spivey teaches you how to build a better connection with your dog, solving behavioural issues with simple, proven training techniques. He won't just tell you what to do to get your dog to listen to your commands but will also help you to understand how your dog thinks and why they might be struggling with certain things. No matter how big or small your dog's issues, whether it's old or young, a rescue or puppy, or if you live in a multi-dog household, Adam's inimitable straight-talking approach will get you to a better place with your best friend.
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Naomi Osaka
by Ben RothenbergThis biography tells the story behind Naomi Osaka's career and her advocacy for racial justice and mental health. Since winning the 2018 US Open against Serena Williams, Osaka has galvanised the tennis world not only by winning three more grand slams but also by being outspoken on matters of social justice and mental health. It is both her extraordinary talent and her candour that have propelled her onto the front page of newspapers worldwide, making her the highest-paid female athlete in the world since 2020.
Ben Rothenberg has covered Osaka since she emerged onto the WTA Tour in 2014. In this book, Ben will chart Naomi Osaka's impact on tennis and on social justice in sports, predicting where she'll go next.
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The Grazing Table
by Natalie ThomsonGrazing boards are a wonderful, sociable way of eating - with surprisingly little effort, you can create an eye-catching spread to wow your family and friends. The Grazing Table is full of inspiring ideas for building your own grazing boards with more than 60 simple recipes for butter boards, cheeseboards, mezze, fruit platters, dessert boards and more. Natalie Thomson has been styling and recipe writing since 2012 after completing a diploma in food and wine from Leith’s Cookery School in London. In that time, she has successfully built a broad client base and has worked with UK magazines, publishers, advertisers and film companies. She writes recipes for cookbooks and magazines.
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