Articles written by Susan Whelan

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Book Review - Stella Makes Good by Lisa Heidke
Four women must face the consequences of decisions made and secrets revealed in this enjoyable novel by Australian author Lisa Heidke.
Jan 3, 2012 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – A Walk in Old Sydney by Michael Tatlow
Sydney, Australia is well known as a modern capital city. This book takes readers and travellers back to the colonial heart of this beautiful town.
Dec 5, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Review: Ruby Blues by Jessica Rudd
Ruby Stanhope bursts back onto the page with another entertaining adventure set in the backrooms of Australia's political scene.
Nov 29, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – The Dressmaker of Khair Khana by Gayle T Lemmon
One woman finds a way to support herself, her family and her community under the increasingly several restrictions of the Taliban in Afghanistan.
Oct 16, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Product Review: Dyson DC34 Animal Handheld Vacuum Cleaner
This handheld Dyson vacuum cleaner particularly targets the cleaning needs of owners of cats, dogs and other small indoor furry pets.
Oct 4, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Book Review - Campaign Ruby by Jessica Rudd
From UK investment banker to Australian political advisor, Ruby Stanhope is trying to keep her life on track, one Louboutin-shod footstep after another.
Oct 2, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Bittersweet by Melanie La' Brooy
Estranged sisters are drawn together when Sabrina hires Mimi to help plan her high-profile wedding in this engaging Australian women's fiction novel.
Sep 11, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Book Review - Last Summer by Kylie Ladd
A group of friends finds the unexpected death of the most charismatic member of their group changes how they think about themselves and each other.
Aug 31, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Finding Australian Authors on Facebook and Twitter
Many Australian writers are using social networking sites to connect with their readers and promote their books.
Jun 27, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Book Review: Letters to Leonardo by Dee White
An assignment to write about his life in letters to da Vinci becomes far more significant for Matt Hudson when he discovers a long hidden family secret.
Jun 8, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Book Suggestions for Children who Love Trains and Railways
There are a large number of books suitable for young children who enjoy playing with and learning about trains, steam engines and railways.
May 25, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – My School by Maralyn Parker
This easy to read guide to Australian schooling offers a comprehensive overview of NAPLAN testing, the My School website and other educational issues.
May 23, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Book Review - Anonymums
Three Australian women encourage each other to step out of their daily routine through a series of truth or dare challenges.
May 4, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Australian Female Authors of Contemporary Women's Fiction
There are many female Australian writers making significant contributions to the genre of contemporary women's fiction.
Apr 5, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Lucy Springer Gets Even by Lisa Heidke
Lucy Springer wants to revive her acting career, but can she balance marriage, children and renovations and still have time for her dreams?
Feb 28, 2011 - Susan Whelan
NAPLAN Assessments in Australian Schools
Basic skills testing in literacy and numeracy in Australian primary schools, high schools and colleges.
Feb 14, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Dolphin Watching Cruises in Port Stephens, Australia
Dolphin cruises around Port Stephens, New South Wales, give visitors an up-close experience with these beloved marine mammals in their natural habitat.
Feb 9, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Lyrics Alley by Leila Aboulela
Inspired by the life of Sudanese poet and lyricist Hassan Awad Aboulela, this story is an engaging look into family life and society in Sudan in the 1950s.
Feb 6, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Claudia's Big Break by Lisa Heidke
Three long-time friends go on a holiday and discover that their time away together leads to more than just a welcome break from everyday life.
Jan 23, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Authors For Queensland Auction Raising Funds for Flood Victims
Writers from all over the world are donating books and services for the Authors For Queensland auction, raising funds to support the Queensland Flood Appeal
Jan 15, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Before We Say Goodbye by Gabriella Ambrosio
This challenging YA novel set in Jerusalem follows the story of two teenage girls, one Palestinian and one an Israeli Jewess.
Jan 5, 2011 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Handmade Living by Tania McCartney
This gorgeous book showcases Australian handmade artists and offers projects and inspiration for home crafters.
Dec 16, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – World Table Cookbook by AWW
The Australian Women's Weekly has gathered together favourite recipes from around the world into this celebration of international cooking.
Dec 14, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – The 12 Days of Christmas Cookbook by AWW
The Australian Women's Weekly offers home cooks a range of tasty, easy to prepare dishes to celebrate the Christmas season.
Dec 13, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – The Hundred-Foot Journey by Richard C Morais
In this celebration of food and family, a talented Indian chef defies culture and family expectations to embrace traditional French cuisine.
Dec 13, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – I Came to Say Goodbye, by Caroline Overington
This confronting novel takes readers into the family circle of a woman who steals a young baby from a hospital with tragic results.
Dec 2, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – The Calligrapher's Daughter by Eugenia Kim
This lovely work of historical fiction explores a dynamic period of Korean history from 1915 to 1945 through the eyes of a girl growing to adulthood.
Nov 28, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Riley and the Curious Koala by Tania McCartney
Intrepid explorer Riley is on the move again, this time travelling to Sydney, Australia to search for a very curious koala.
Nov 17, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Marching with the Devil by David Mason
This interesting memoir of an Australian lawyer who joined the French Foreign Legion explores the fact and myth behind the Legionnaire legend.
Nov 6, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Memoirs of a Showgirl by Shay Stafford
This engaging memoir shares tales of life behind the scenes dancing at Paris' famous cabaret venues the Moulin Rouge and Lido.
Nov 1, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Jasper Jones by Craig Silvey
This YA novel blends suspense, nostalgia, humour and a keen observation of human nature into a fascinating story that is hard to put down.
Oct 27, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Roman Diary by Richard Platt
This fictional tale of a Greek slave girl in ancient Rome offers young readers insights into the excitement and struggles of ancient Rome.
Oct 19, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Family Food & Weekend Feasts by Janelle Bloom
Australian TV cook and cookbook author Janelle Bloom presents a range of easy to prepare family dishes to suit any occasion in her latest recipe collection.
Oct 6, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – The Littlest Witch by Martine Allars
Triplets Gwen, Nel and Rain thought their lives were ordinary until they turned 13 and discovered their family secrets.
Sep 29, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – The Red Piano by André LeBlanc and Barroux
Based on the experiences of concert pianist Zhu Xiao Mei, this beautiful picture book tells the story of a young girl during China's Cultural Revolution.
Sep 28, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Red Lotus by Pai Kit Fai
This beautifully written novel is more than a simple love story, offering readers a tale of courage and resilience set in China in the early 20th century.
Sep 28, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Review – The Complete Adventures of Blinky Bill by Dorothy Wall
A new edition of Blinky Bill will bring this classic Australian children's story to a new generation of readers.
Sep 19, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – The Blue-Eyed Aborigine by Rosemary Hayes
This YA novel about the shipwreck of the Batavia seeks to answer questions about European traits in the West Australian Indigenous population.
Sep 8, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – What Kate Did Next by Lisa Heidke
Kate's career has been on hold while she raises her family. Now that her family is getting older, is it finally time for her to follow her dreams?
Sep 5, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Mirror by Jeannie Baker
Talented artist Jeannie Baker compares a day in the life of two boys, one from Australia and the other from Morocco in this stunning picture book.
Aug 28, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Review – Managing Your Child's Food Allergies by Alison Orman
This straightforward guide offers practical solutions for managing the everyday challenges of living with a child with food allergies.
Aug 15, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – The Diary of Mary Talence by Anita Heiss
This fictional diary of a 10-year-old Aboriginal girl in 1937 introduces primary school-aged readers to the experiences of Australia's Stolen Generation.
Aug 15, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Contact and Mutation by Chris Morphew
The second and third books in The Phoenix Files series continue the suspense in this thrilling YA drama set in the Australian outback.
Jul 29, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – I Love Ollie Series by Anna Walker
With beautiful illustrations and simple text, this sweet series for preschoolers features an affectionate and inquisitive young zebra called Ollie.
Jul 26, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Conspiracy 365 by Gabrielle Lord
This action-packed conspiracy theory series keeps the adrenaline pumping with non-stop plot twists and an intriguing riddle to solve before time runs out
Jul 22, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Mosquito Advertising by Kate Hunter
In this Blytonesque story, a group of Aussie kids embark on an adventurous plan to save a special family business during their summer vacation.
Jul 21, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Cookbook Review – The Pressure Cooker Recipe Book
Pressure cookers are a great time and energy saving tool for busy home cooks. Find a delicious range of pressure cooker recipes in this useful cookbook.
Jul 6, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – 31 Ways to Change the World
This encouraging book gives children a range of practical ideas for making a difference in their world both locally and globally.
Jul 6, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Once, Then and Now by Morris Gleitzman
Australian children's fiction writer Gleitzman covers the Holocaust and the Black Saturday bushfires of 2009 in this popular series.
Jun 28, 2010 - Susan Whelan
Book Review – Towards the True Kinship of the Faiths
His Holiness the Dalai Lama offers a message promoting compassion and respect as a way to find peace and harmony amongst the religions of the world.
Jun 28, 2010 - Susan Whelan
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