An avid reader and literature major my focus in reviewing work and providing recommendations goes beyond simple enjoyment. Instead I aim to explore different perspectives and concepts to learn from individual stories. These lessons can inspire new ideas, validate our expereinces and enrich our understanding of humanity.
Nine Days: A timely reminder of progress amongst the current climate.
The novel "Nine Days" by Toni Jordan, set in Melbourne's inner city, …
Celebrating Dragons for Book week
This week as part of book week my son is thoroughly embracing …
The most important lesson: “Yes, You are trans Enough”
The memoir "Yes, You are Trans Enough" by Mia Violet resonates deeply …
Great picture books for introducing kids to the concept of transition
As a parent, I considered the impact of my transition on my …
Learning to survive in the Marsh – A review of ‘Where the Crawdads Sing”
Delia Owen's 2018 novel is a modern classic amongst the vivid description …
Kids Review: Zoey and Sassafras
My wife and I stumbled onto Zoey and Sassafras which thanks to …
Trans and Gender Diverse voices have “Nothing to Hide
'Nothing to Hide' is the quintessential collection of trans and gender diverse …
A masterpiece of Science Fiction: Issac Asimov’s Foundation
Finally, getting around to reading Isaac Asimov's Foundation it's clear that my …
Don’t look away: Danielle Laidley’s quest to be seen
As an elite football, Danielle Laidley's story became a headline. Her memoir …
Podcasts: a source of validation and connection
Listening to Podcasts over the last year has been one of the …
Dance: A forgotten form of story telling
After watching the Barong dance in Bali I have been reflecting a …
Pageboy: A private journey that fills the headlines
Elliot Page was forced to be the young star on the rise, …
An isolated family, one death and too many questions
Dive into an isolated mystery with Jane Harper's gripping novel, "The Lost …
Graham Greene – A forgotten espionage master
Often talking about a good spy novel most people think about Ian …
A Thrawn in the side
The recent development of the mando verse and revelation of the upcoming …
In a star-crossed galaxy far, far away
Celebrating May the 4th, time to share a nerdy pleasure: The Shakespearean …
Love wins out – Rowan Jetté Knox
Amongst the emotional fallout of coming out I read Amanda Jetté Knox’s …
It’s all about … Yves Rees
My latest memoir, an Australian trans experience from Dr. Yves Rees. It …
“Fiction is the lie through which we tell the truth”
Albert Camus
