Bush and Beyond: Stories from Country
Written by
Tjalaminu MiaJaylon TuckerCheryl Kickett-TuckerJessica Lister
Paperback
$14.99 GST
Grandparents are special, and the time you spend with them is special, too. This collection draws together four tales for younger readers from the Waarda series of First Nations stories, first edited by acclaimed author Sally Morgan. These charming tales share some exciting, happy and even scary times exploring country in bush and beyond.
PRAISE FOR THE BOOK
‘Four delightful stories from the Waarda series are presented together in one book.’ West Australian
‘It is for those who enjoy stories set in the Australian bush and I learnt some Aboriginal terms when I read it. Overall it was an interesting and fun book.’ Daniel, age 10
‘Filled with fun and adventure…’ At the Table
‘These beautifully narrated and uniquely Western Australian stories have universal appeal. Genuine and heartfelt, they represent an opportunity to hear from voices not often heard … Brimming with humour and charm…’ Writing WA
‘A deep affection and appreciation of nature is at the heart of the … new children’s book, Bush and Beyond.‘ Hills Gazette
Tjalaminu Mia
Tjalaminu Mia is a Noongar woman with bloodline links to the Minang and Goreng peoples of the south-west of Western Australia. She was a research fellow in Oral History and the Arts in the School of Indigenous Studies at the University of Western Australia, and is now the CEO of the Sister Kate’s Home Kids Aboriginal Corporation, a Stolen Generations organisation.
Jaylon Tucker
Jaylon Tucker identifies as a Wongi-Noongar. He was born on Wadjuk Noongar country and via his father he belongs to the Ngullundharra and Walyan Aboriginal people of the north-east WA goldfields. His story, Lucky Thamu, is based on his time exploring the bush with his real-life Thamu.
Cheryl Kickett-Tucker
Professor Cheryl Kickett-Tucker is a highly respected Wadjuk Noongar Traditional Owner, research academic, community development practitioner, youth basketball coach, public speaker and author. Cheryl has worked with Australian Aboriginal people all her life in the fields of education, sport and health and is very passionate about using her knowledge and experience to make a real […]
Jessica Lister
Jessica Lister is a descendant of the Minang and Goreng Noongar peoples of the south-west of Western Australia and works in culture, the arts and social enterprises with the organisation Whitelion.Explore more from our catalogue
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