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Henry Lawson's works, along with those of Banjo Paterson, have become an essential part of the Australian literary tradition. Henry Lawson's storytelling focuses on the bush, on droving and shearing, on the characters and resilience of life in the outback. Born in a tent on the Grenfell goldfields in 1867, Lawson could well remember the roaring days of the gold rush and the life of pioneers.

Aleksander is the oldest son of the Steinfeld family and a child prodigy. Exceptionally gifted at the piano, his father grooms him to become a world-class concert pianist in the family tradition. Making a name for himself in Europe and the US, everything seems to be on track for the Steinfelds' continuing international acclaim. Tragically, during a pogrom in Lwów, Poland, in 1918, the Steinfelds are arrested, and their home burned to the ground.

Today's technology has made sinful experiences and deadly choices accessible to our teenagers and young adults with just a click. And parents are left with the disappointments—and devastating fallout—of their children's choices. Through sharing her own story of praying three very wayward prodigals home, Laine Lawson Craft offers not only hope and insight, but also a practical, tried-and-true battle plan for parents walking this heartbreaking season of life.

Throughout its long history, crime fiction has broadened our horizons, introducing us to unfamiliar places, people and cultures and showing us new ways of looking at the world. In this fascinating series, Mark Lawson takes a global tour of the genre, putting detective novels under the magnifying glass to examine how they have depicted—and predicted—social and political change. Focussing on famous fictional investigators, he explores what these iconic protagonists can tell us about the historic character of their nations.

A fascinating collection of short stories by some of Australia's best classic writers.

I hated Ryland from the start. Now that he’s my alpha, hate is nowhere near a strong enough word. I’m barely holding on as it is, I don’t need him barking orders at me every chance he gets. Layla and Viv aren’t speaking to me, and I mean, I can’t really blame them. Each day brings them closer to a full moon that could change them both forever. And there’s nothing I can do to stop it. At least I have Jared and Clay. I think we may have found the answer to our little mate bond problem and I finally feel…happy.

Anger, fear, sadness and shame are notoriously difficult emotions to manage as nature has forged their purpose purely to protect us. Sometimes trauma can interfere with your ability to regulate your emotions, amplifying them and generating devastating effects for yourself and for others...Dialectical Behavior Therapy, has rapidly become one of the most popular and most effective treatments for the range of mental health conditions that are rooted in out-of-control emotions.

Welcome to the official podcast of Northside Christian Church—where faith meets real life. Each week, you’ll hear inspiring, practical messages rooted in Scripture and designed to help you grow in your relationship with Jesus. Whether you’re exploring faith for the first time or looking to go deeper, these teachings will challenge, encourage, and equip you to live with purpose and hope. Join us on the journey and discover how God is at work in you and through you—right here, right now.

Deep in the Lost Pines of Texas, Randy Joe Daniels’ dilapidated trailer is a bastion of bigotry and debauchery. His secret online persona caters to a depraved fan base seeking a refuge to indulge their clandestine urges and twisted views. When an anonymous message promises a lucrative opportunity, Randy Joe eagerly agrees. But is this really a secret fan of his page? Or is there something more sinister behind it?

What would it take for you to overcome fear, become your ideal self, find your focus, beat anxiety, escape your comfort zone, and live your best life? What has held you back so far? Is it possible that the mistakes, regrets, and pain of the past have simply set you up for future success? What if the best is yet to come? What sort of fresh perspective, guidance, and motivation do you require to get to where you need to go? Finally! A group of expert authors have come together to help you reach your goals and achieve your wildest dreams in this brand new audiobook.

Stormy Spooner is at her wits' end. Careening towards bitter after a nasty divorce, she sometimes wonders what her life is becoming. After unearthing a cryptic set of lines from a dusty album cover, Stormy tries the impossible: to resurrect Phillip Deville, enigmatic former frontman of the Bloomer Demons. Stormy's love for her favorite dead rockstar knows no bounds...but it was all supposed to be a joke.

Debut author and Vanity Fair film critic Richard Lawson makes your heart stop and time stand still in his extraordinary and life-affirming novel that's perfect for fans of If I Stay and We All Looked Up. In the hours after a bridge collapse rocks their city, a group of Boston teenagers meet in...

For FBI Agent Zack Tolliver, a pleasure trip to the Central Coast of California turns into dangerous business when he becomes immersed in a case involving drug smuggling, rival cartels, murder, and an ancient myth. The clues add up, the victims pile up, the mystery grows, the danger deepens.

No sooner does Navy fighter-squadron skipper Commander Deke Mallory leave the service to be with his family than his world is shattered by the murder of his wife. And when he visits the Central American country of Costa Verde, his son is snatched by the ruling junta's goons. Mallory's loyalties are wrenched between duty, finding his son, and a deepening love affair.

In Season 6 of Coming To The Stage, Comedy Dynamics’ first original series, host George Wallace introduces a new group of up-and-coming comedians who people will be talking about tomorrow. The full list of authors and narrators also includes: Amy Silverberg and Stephanie Simbari.

Are you a young professional entering the world of construction — eager to make an impact but unsure where to start? Construction is a Team Sport is your essential playbook for thriving in one of the most dynamic industries in the world. Drawing on real-life stories, practical strategies, and timeless principles from leadership and personal development experts, this book equips you with the five game-changing skills every construction professional needs.

Description: In a world of cultural decay, technological disruption, and personal isolation, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. The call to be a light can feel like a burden too heavy to carry. But what if the task isn't to save the entire world, but to faithfully influence a small part of it?Welcome to Renovating Faith, the podcast for Christians who are tired of retreating and ready to rebuild. Your host, David, tackles the tough questions of modern life with biblical wisdom and refreshing practicality. Each episode moves beyond diagnosing the problem to focus on the doable, God-given solution...

Louisa Lawson, the mother of Australian writer Henry Lawson, was the founder, publisher and editor of an early feminist journal in Sydney named “The Dawn”. From 1888 onwards, it played no small part in the gaining of the vote for Australian women in South Australia (1895), Western Australia (1899), New South Wales (1902), Commonwealth (1902), Tasmania (1903), Queensland (1905), and Victoria (1908). Since the success of the “Digitise The Dawn” project, a number of Louisa Lawson’s lead articles from the journal are available PD online, including the one written in defiance of the ...

Fear spreads faster than panic. And panic can destroy the world. In Friday, the Thirteenth, Thomas W. Lawson crafts a chilling psychological thriller centered on greed, manipulation, financial collapse, and mass fear. Long before modern market thrillers became popular, Lawson imagined a world...

Teenpreneur: How to Build a Business in Your TeensBy Errol LawsonWhat if your age wasn’t a limitation—but an advantage? Teenpreneur is a practical, motivating audiobook designed to help teenagers turn ideas into income and ambition into action. Drawing from real-life experience, Errol Lawson speaks directly to young people who want more than “someday.” This audiobook breaks down entrepreneurship in clear, relatable language and shows that building a business doesn’t require permission, perfection, or piles of money—just vision, discipline, and courage.