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Riding the Black Cockatoo by John Danalis

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Julie Goucher

I selected this book, somewhat tentatively to read as a contribution to Indigenous Literature Week. I am so glad I did. It was a great choice and this is a book that I know I shall read again. Firstly, this … Continue reading →

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Indigenous Literature Week 1 – 8 July 2012

Posted on July 1, 2012 by Julie Goucher

I am taking part in Indigenous Literature Week hosted at ANZ LitLovers. I have long been an admirer of Lisa who writes at ANZ LitLovers. Lisa has a real passion for the books she reads and reviews and my own … Continue reading →

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My Ancestor Settled in the British West Indies: With Bermuda, British Guiana and British Honduras by John Titford FSG

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Julie Goucher

Review If you are researching your ancestors who travelled to the West Indies, then this book is an absolute must.  The book has an explanation on the Countries contained within the book, which is very useful. As is the introduction … Continue reading →

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A Knitter’s Home Companion by Michelle Edwards

Posted on June 3, 2012 by Julie Goucher

I was recently given the opportunity to review this book and am delighted that I did. I really enjoyed the book. The combination of recipes, pattens and chapters shared by the author, a collection of ramblings from past times, featuring … Continue reading →

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Carnival Of Genealogy 118:Reading

Posted on June 1, 2012 by Julie Goucher

As I sit and write this post I am in my study surrounded by books and genealogical papers. There are other things too of course, but books and genealogy are my main passions. I can’t remember my first book. I … Continue reading →

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Nuncio and The Gypsy Girl by Kristin Alexandre, illustrated by Tom Loepp

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Julie Goucher

I really didn’t know what to expect  of this book when I was approached by the author’s publicist for a review. Graphic fiction is not something that I have especially read in the past, but nonetheless, I accepted the offer … Continue reading →

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Guest Post – Rob RodenParker

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Julie Goucher

Book Synopsis Join Prince Alorin journey to vanquish evil from the three kingdoms of the continent of Aedaria. To do so, they need the Orbs of Power that give their human hosts incredible powers, but they need to find them … Continue reading →

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Inkling by Aparna Warrier

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Julie Goucher

Inklings is a small volume containing a selection of flash fiction titles. The stories are written in a variety of styles and therefore this is an ideal start for those who are not sure they like the genre of flash fiction. … Continue reading →

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Weekend Cooking – 25 Family Style Lemon Recipes Edited by Linda Pogue

Posted on March 31, 2012 by Julie Goucher

I love citrus foods, oranges, lemons and limes, but lemons are my favourite. So I was pleased to discover this e-book collection of Family Style Lemon Recipes recently. There is a nice mix of sweet and savoury  – beverages, breads, … Continue reading →

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Japan Vintage Color Prints by Lev Well Parts 1 & 2

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Julie Goucher

I recently downloaded from Amazon this two part pictorial series, of Japanese Vintage Prints depicting life in Japan during the period of 1850-1860. There is very little in the way of writing within the e-book. There is a brief introduction … Continue reading →

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