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Dyslexia and dyspraxia are big words. In My Butterfly Mind, Claire Moore shares the benefits and the childhood challenges of thinking, seeing and feeling different.

In this practical and powerful book, Rita Cincottta teaches that coaching is essential to the deliberate leader's toolkit

Democracy 'binds us as one, ' but who'll blow the whistle on myths and rorts of the lucky country - our fair-go hard-yakka dreamtime multiculture of aspirational lifters and bogan leaners?

Monique Richardson draws on decades of experience and examples of exceptional service-driven leaders and organisations across all sectors to show that caring for your people is at the heart of all service leadership.

This book will inspire you to look forward to a confident and successful future in retail with probing questions about the running of your retail business by asking you important probing questions.

The Adventures of Sally Bang charts an unruly anti-heroine's coming of age. Commitment ensnares a narrator. In Search of Francesca Mars exposes an artist. Innocence unveils a solitary dancer.

This book is for anyone looking to change or advance their career, knowing the steps to take, the mistakes to avoid and the feedback to trust. If your time is now, then let this book guide you to making your career goals a reality.

They couldn't believe it. He's alive. Big as the Beatles for a flash of rock 'n' roll time. But by 1990, decades MIA.

When readers close this book, they should be happily assured that future generations will benefit from the legacy of a truly noble gentleman.

Deliver is about longer-term planning and thinking and proactive delivery management to help you implement successful projects.

Australia is a country superbly organised to assist new immigrants and overseas business people wanting to relocate their business and staff to Australia. Before taking that huge step you need to know what to look for and where to find it.

"The Wind's Song" looks at the hidden spaces between who we are, and who we think we are, what we believe and what we know.

Fully Connected is for leaders who want to take back ownership of their lives and reclaim their health and energy. On their terms.

The Labyrinth: Tales of Entanglement, Escape presents dense satiric tales of human journeying.

Now more than ever before, we are living in a world that's highly interconnected and interdependent, which means an action in one place has a very real influence elsewhere. In Finding a Better Way, an unlikely duo explores ways in which Western society has become disconnected and how we might strive for a better future - not only for ourselves but for future generations. Finding a Better Way is a meeting of the minds between Michelle, a Generation Y female freelance editor, and David, a Generation X male who is a former technology executive turned business advisor. Writing from their vantage point in Australia, they discuss trends and ideas across four key themes: country, workplace, community and family. Their reflections are based on almost 200 pieces of research, but there are some points of difference between them that will make you stop and think. David and Michelle openly admit they do not have all the answers - and that is the point. They encourage you to reflect on what they have written and think about your own experiences and views. The book discusses everything from politics and short-termism to the rise of the gig economy and digital burnout. It also explores more sensitive topics, like depression and loneliness, as well as ideas of masculinity and femininity, the pursuit of work-life balance, and what it means to be a family in the 21st century. David and Michelle also highlight ways in which we might do things differently, individually and collectively, at times drawing on Scandinavian concepts such as Janteloven, niksen and hygge. As we step into an entirely new world, Finding a Better Way serves as a much-needed reference point of where we have been and, more importantly, where we are going.

Known to so many, and yet unknowable, was Frank Thring. Actor, bon vivant, professional flamboyant, withering critic. No one else could tell his story, so here it is, as if by his own hand. His boyhood as the son of a doomed movie mogul and a society charity matriarch, both former showies. His times in radio, theatre, Hollywood, TV and print. As immortal Australian iconoclast.At the end of his life, beset by the maladies he knows will soon claim him, Frank tells all. Of moviemaking, branded 'hatcheries of disasters.' Of Dennis Hopper, Mick Jagger, Charlton Heston, Sophia Loren, Kirk Douglas, Janet Leigh, Julie London, Tony Curtis, Jack Hawkins, James Mason, and Australia's best. Of sharing the stage with Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh. Of this times with Noel Coward, John Geilgud, Orson Wells, Gore Vidal, Fellini, Edward Woodward, Chips Rafferty, Frankie Howerd. Of his three decades on Australian television, as critic, sidekick, guest and star. Of longer still at the Melbourne Theatre Company.And of the Frank deep beneath the loud, large one he confected. This tale the most intriguing of all.

THIS IS SERENA'S ONLY CHANCE. SHE MUST UNITE HUMANS AND FAE OR BOTH WORLDS WILL BE LOST TO THE ZEYTAR AGENDA ... FOREVER.The worlds are a paradox ... Humans and Fae have been swept into the same universe with an evil fixated on destroying them all.Months have passed since the fall of the Zeytar ships and the downfall of their evil existence, but another darkness has shown itself, leaving the heroes running scared.Meanwhile, the surviving Fae are trying to come to terms with the recent events of their own war, the losses, and the forces holding them back from returning home.Serena, battling depression from the loss of her sister, has struggled since she returned with nightmares and guilt, however a powerful vision gives her hope that may help the survivors of the previous war on Earth.As the sinister force takes over the planet, intent on destruction and the revival of the Zeytar race, humans are enslaved to help the insidious creatures' plans for success, all while the Fae meet with the heroes from the first war.Will Fae and humans join forces to conquer the darkness smothering the world or will the latest Zeytar creations destroy them all and bring about the end of both races?Serena and Shaylee are the key, but can they find each other in time?Time is something even the Fae don't have enough of now ...

This collection of art and poetry from Bee Williamson and Naomi Downie is a beautiful book for yourself or a gift for a loved one. The eight colour plates and other black and white images are, like the poems, evocative of female sexuality and spirituality. Bee Williamson, a Melbourne-based artist, chooses photography, mixed media and illustration to explore and celebrate the female form, particularly through dance. Bee likes to explore her own femininity, with a special affinity for flowers. She says "the process of making art is as important to her as the finished work itself. Art for her is meditation-in-action." Naomi Downie, an artist from Newcastle, has selected works from her collection that trace the journey of her search for meaning. She uses photography and mixed media to dive deep into the themes of myths, love and mystic visions gathered from her meditations. She says, "I love the mystery in the process of artmaking, the joy of being a part of the universal creative force. A gift of gratitude and communication for that which has no words." Both Bee's and Naomi's poetry have themes of intimacy, sexuality, identity and nature, and look at the deeper truths and legends surrounding women and spirituality. Bee has been writing poetry since she was fourteen and this book includes her first love poem! Poetry has always been her first response to the hardships of pain and trauma as well as to insights, the joys of friendship and a deep relationship to nature. Naomi is a performance poet whose work can be found in many magazines and Internet sites. "Poetry for me is a soul landscape, a continent to travel and guide others who dare across the scars and secrets of the heart's chamber. Poetry has been a vehicle to share with others the many faces of God I have seen and lived to tell the tale. "We hope you cherish this work and it inspires you to reveal your own hidden self."

In this new work, which intersperses the poetry with intimate drawings of her loved ones, she shares her poetic vision of the world, speaking with her innermost voice and the voice of nature. Included in this collection are earlier poems from her student years at the Victorian College of the Arts and other poems written during periods of mental illness. Rich in imagery and with a spiritual alchemy that draws on every faith from Sufi to Aboriginal, Torment & Soul is a visionary and sensual feast, both uplifting and challenging.

This book contains a collection of nature poems and art work, lovingly designed and crafted by Melbourne-based artist, Bee Williamson. The work huddles around her love of Nature, where she finds peace, joy and the inspiration to write and draw, deep within the source and solace of nature's gentle hand. Her grandfather, acclaimed nature writer Henry Williamson, encouraged Bee, through his undeniable spiritual presence, to reveal her deep expression and concerns within this work, her second published book, 'Nature - a gift'. The simple things of life matter to Bee - her soul embracing the beauty of a seed, a flower, a tree, a bird. This work is offered as a gift to the reader, an invitation to revel in simplicity where one can find a warm earthly heart beating: cushioned from modernity.

What's the difference between a floundering and a flourishing team? How do teams operate at more than the sum of their parts more often? How do teams make it safe to discuss the undiscussables? How do teams achieve better outcomes working more interdependently?Team Better Together answers these questions by introducing 5 distinguishing disciplines of high performing and flourishing teams. What is sometimes obvious to do can be difficult to access, apply and accomplish. In this book, you will learn how to: - align the team's objectives with the stakeholders' mandate- unify the team to a common, shared purpose- engage and relate by building trust-based working relationships- create accountability to the team's collective performance goals- ensure the team is a safe and supportive learning environment.Transitioning to a high performing team requires leaders and team members to commit to an engaging learning experience. By 'teaming better together', all teams across your organisation become a team of teams.

Set in 1851, this book is a tale of love, adventure, endurance and triumph. A young Scottish couple, forbidden to marry, elope to New South Wales. Their heart-wrenching departure, arduous sea voyage and eventual good fortune lead them to the management of a sheep station beside the Murray River. As the extended family experience trials, prosperity, heartbreak and joy in this new colony, including droughts and bushfires, they contribute to the establishment of a new nation, Australia. A breathtaking ride by their grandson in the Melbourne Cup completes the story.

As the daughter of a US Marine and a young Australian war bride, Lily navigates an often confusing and tumultuous world. Set predominantly in rural New England, the beauty and bleakness of the landscape are balanced with the vibrant and colorful descriptions of the people and happenings in rural and small town life. There are her loving Swedish grandparents and an assortment of local characters, Aunt Agneta braiding rugs, old red barns, orchards and dairy cows, freezing cold winters, and ice skating... and the harsh unpredictability of her parents to keep Lily on her toes.

Finally, a book that provides realistic and targeted advice to Business Partners!Business Partners hold a vital role as trusted confidants with deep technical expertise, and their impact is evident across all business functions.Initially tasked with providing advice, they are now true collaborating partners, ideally placed to lead and manage change in the changing world of work and business.Yet as the Business Partner role has changed, there has been no pathway to develop the competencies essential for their success.Until now.If you are a current or aspiring Business Partner, this is the book for you.Evolve shows you how to navigate service models and systems, build your commercial acumen and deliver value to your organisation. With almost five decades of business partnering experience between them, Rita Cincotta and George Liberopoulos have written the book that Business Partners have been waiting for. It's a call to action, full of insight and practical strategies to grow the influence and impact of Business Partners.

You were raised to believe that humble is best. Your hard work will get you noticed one day. You keep quiet about your achievements. Your inner voice tells you to wait - it's not your time. And your confidence is crushed.You're not alone. Most of the women I work with have asked these questions at some point in their lives. They worry about putting their own needs first. They worry about being judged harshly by other people. They worry about failing if they follow their dreams and whether they will ever have the courage to be visible.In Worthy, you will discover how to stop mauling your mojo, straighten your self-talk and create an intentional life. You will learn how to: - circumvent everyday challenges women face when investing in their personal growth- find the job you love - or love the job you have- maximise your precious time and funds by targeting the learning and development you desire most- connect for capacity-building so you can lean into leadership.It's time to stop avoiding your ambition and put yourself first. It's time to follow the steps outlined in this book and embrace the worthy woman you already are.

Tell Your Story is the perfect book for people who are in the business of growing their brand, be it personal or professional. This super-actionable, solutions-focused guide provides motivation and practical support by the bucketload.Holly Cardamone will show you how to communicate better with your audience through the power of story. It's a funny, fresh and clever guide to communications, writing andbranding storytelling.As readable as a novel, Tell Your Story is packed with ideas, suggestions, tips and strategies to tell your story and grow your business or influence with beautiful communications.

SERENA O'HALLORAN IS ABOUT TO FIND OUT THAT NOT ALL FAERY TALES HAVE HAPPY ENDINGS.The once peaceful land of Faelynn is being infiltrated by sinister new villains, more terrifying than anything in the recent history of the Fae ... the Zeytars. When the queen and princess are enslaved and taken from their realm, the Fae are left vulnerable.Many moons later Princess Shaylee returns with a young companion, Serena O'Halloran, who learns secrets while making friendships and discovers her importance in the realm.But a stir in the dark lands of Xarkynan puts all the Fae at risk from a second, long-forgotten evil. A dark mage has risen and soon the lands are infested with goblins, dark Elvenfae, and creatures created to cause destruction. Shaylee must send the young one back home to her time for her protection.Many Earth years pass ...Shaylee and Serena unite once more and are thrust into the middle of a war in Faelynn. To their horror they learn ... the dark lord has awoken and is searching for the powerful Tuatha Dé Danann treasure stones, so he can bring about the end of the Fae and the downfall of the once peaceful land.With a spy in their midst, will they have the strength to take on the Zeytar necro-mage and the dark lord, or will the evil destroy them both, along with the rest of the Fae?For Serena, time will tell, but time with the Fae can be costly.

A tale of our world and of the afterlife, told to George by Chloe, his deceased daughter. George tells his friend Charles of a strange incident. He says his daughter comes to speak to him while he is asleep. Immediately after she stops speaking, he wakes up and rushes to his computer to type out what she has told him.Chloe relates to George her experiences from the moment of her death, her conversation with a mysterious gatekeeper of the afterlife, and her extensive conversations with other spirits she has come into contact with. James is a Dubliner who died from alcoholism, estranged from his family; Jessie is a model who got caught up in drugs and eventually prostitution; Craig is an effervescent American real estate agent whose life revolved around making money; April married for money and found that after their baby was born and her husband was promoted at work he had no time for them; and Clarissa, who knew well in advance that she was going to die from skin cancer.Throughout the telling of his daughter's story, George intermittently pauses and questions Charles as to his thoughts on various aspects of the story. Charles is a corporate man and the philosophical arguments and the pure unbelievable nature and emotion of the story leave him virtually speechless. At first George confides only in Charles. But when their wives become suspicious of the men's activities on the occasions he read his notes out to Charles, George has no choice but to agree to Charles telling them their secret.George is confused as to what he should do with his notes. He finally decides to enlist Charles's help to reveal to the world the 'secret' of his daughter's story.