I’m in Brisbane and this library is a stone’s throw away from my sister’s house where I am currently staying in. I went for a walk and lo and behold this library appeared in front of me. How did that happen? Date of Visit: Thursday 2 November 2023. It was a warm day and visiting…
Category: Books
Book Review – The Song of Significance
I first heard about The Song of Significance by Seth Godin on one of my favourite podcasts – This Working Life on ABC Radio National. It’s a book that I found not only informative but also incredibly inspirational. Godin’s signature writing style, which feels like a collection of his insightful blog posts, is skillfully woven…
Book Review – The Teen Interpreter
As a parent of a 14-year-old son, I am constantly seeking ways to bridge the communication gap that seemed to be growing wider with each passing day. Thankfully, I stumbled uponThe Teen Interpreter by Terri Apter, a book that not only promised insights into the enigmatic world of teenagers but also delivered them in spades….
Book Review – Power
I was attending a webinar during International Women’s Week, when this book popped up in the Chats section. So I checked to see if it was in my local library’s catalogue and lo and behold it was! So I quickly reserved it. I even mentioned it in the webinar’s chat that they could borrow this…
Book Review – Wrong about Japan
Ok another book review about Japan. This one is written by the Australian author, Peter Carey. To be honest, I don’t think I’ve read any of his books previously. But this one I like because it’s short and he recounts his experience visiting Japan with his son Charley. This trip was for them to see…
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