Books
A Room For Ryel
When Ryel and Dad move in with Lonnie, Harry and Darcy, life really changes.Although they are friends at school, their blended family is new and not yet peaceful.A story about adapting to change, learning to appreciate family and what it looks like to compromise.
To purchase a copy go to:
https://wombatrhiza.com.au/a-room-for-ryel/
View From the 32nd FloorHigh-rise city living means William and best friend Rebecca see so much, including warning signs adults often miss. They make sure that nobody is forgotten. Inspired by hearing news reports about isolated people passing away at home without anybody realising it, this feel-good story about caring and community is a CBCA Notable, was shortlisted for the 2015 Sakura Medal and appears on Premier’s Reading Challenges in NSW, Victoria, Western Australia and South Australia.
To purchase a copy go to: https://www.walkerbooks.com.au/book/9781922077295/
Out of This PlaceThis Candlewick Press publication of Cinnamon Rain, a coming-of-age Australian story told in free verse, follows three teens battling various demons as they find their way in life. It comes in hardback as well as audio book and was a finalist in the 2015 Global Read Aloud.
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Cinnamon RainTold in free verse and set in Australia, this coming-of-age tale follows Luke, Casey and Bongo battling various demons as they find their way in life. Inspired by years of working with teens, it is Emma’s first novel, a CBCA Notable and appears on Premier’s Reading Challenges in Victoria, Western Australia and South Australia.
To purchase a copy go to: https://www.walkerbooks.com.au/book/9781921720451/
short and scary
Edited by Karen Tayleur black dog books 2010Regret reveals thoughts of a teen as she watches her sister go about daily life. The twist at the end is scary and shocks readers. Still minus a pen name, Emma was stoked to see her tale alongside those of authors, like Susanne Gervay. Sally Rippin, Barry Jonsberg, James Moloney, Gabrielle Wang and James Roy.
Secrets – Stories compiled by Stephen Matthews Ginnindera Press 2006Mathew’s Dream in this anthology is about a boy who follows his heart by singing and playing the piano, even if it risks disappointing a dad who thinks his son should play basketball instead. It’s the first story Emma had published in a book, long before she chose a nom de plume.
Signed copies of some titles are available. Besides the author signature, Emma can include a short, personalised greeting. Contact her to discuss this if you are interested and she'll get it organised.