Linda Wells Libri

Introduces lower-level ESL/EFL students to the most frequently used words in American academic environments, based on the Academic Word List.

Published to coincide with "Allure" magazine's 15th anniversary, the editor-in-chief shares the best tips, tricks, and secrets she has acquired on the job.

Set in a remote Aboriginal community in Central Australia, this memoir explores the experiences of a young schoolteacher from Melbourne as she navigates the joys and challenges of life in the outback. With a blend of humor and warmth, the author delves into the complexities of cross-cultural relationships, confronting issues like alcoholism and domestic violence. This heartfelt narrative captures her journey of self-discovery amidst the beauty and hardships of desert life, offering an honest and poetic reflection on her transformative experience.

Set against the backdrop of Alice Springs from 1914 to 1929, the narrative centers on the Bungalow, a home for Aboriginal children with absent white fathers, primarily cared for by Topsy Smith and schoolteacher Ida Standley. It highlights the lives of these children and the complexities of Indigenous and non-Indigenous relationships in Australia. Utilizing archival documents and oral histories, the work blends researched history with creative non-fiction, offering a fresh perspective on Australia's colonial past and its enduring impact on contemporary society.