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Author Voices
Heather Henson

August Means...Back to School

by Heather Henson - September 7, 2010
Yes, it's true. While the rest of the country, or at least those living in the northeast, are taking...
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Milly Johnson

The End of an Era for me too.....

by Milly Johnson - September 3, 2010
  It’s been the most emotional summer I can remember. My son is going to ‘big school’ in...
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Carol Lynch Williams

Carol Lynch Williams talks about The...

by Carol Lynch Williams - September 2, 2010
UK S&S I am so excited that I have a book published in ENGLAND! I lived in England for a couple...
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Authors Revealed
Kennedy Foster

Kennedy Foster

Q. What is your motto or maxim?
A. Let me be worthy of my horses.
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Ruth Newman

Ruth Newman

Q. How would you describe your life in only 8 words?
A. friends fun fiction family fitness frolics fecklessness
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Jonathan Emmett

Jonathan Emmett

Q. How would you describe your life in only 8 words?
A. Professional storyteller and fantasist, amateur neurosurgeon and astronaut.
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News from Simon & Schuster AU
September 9, 2010
New events with psychic Mitchell Coombes
Mitchell Coombes one of Australia's most popular psychics and the author of Sensing Spirit has announced new events at Penrith Panthers - Friday September 3, Dapto Leagues Club - Friday October 22, and Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club - Saturday November 20
John Keane Shortlisted for Prime Minister's Literary Awards
John Keane, Professor of Politics at Sydney University has been shortlisted for the Prime Minister's Literary Awards for his book The Life and Death of Democracy
S&S Australia to publish Rhonda Byrne’s new book The Power
Simon & Schuster Australia is thrilled to announce its publication of The Power, the new book by Rhonda Byrne, author of the worldwide phenomenon, The Secret. The Power will be published on 17 August 2010.
Mackenzie Phillips Biography on sale NOW
Run to your nearest bookstore to get a copy of the book that's been making news all over the world. High On Arrival by Mackenzie Phillips.
Clinton Tapes Making Headlines
Taylor Branch's new book The Clinton Tapes was all over the news this week describing unbelievable stories from within the Whitehouse.
Time of My Life Coming Soon
The biography by Patrick Swayze and his wife Lisa Niemi is available September 29th everywhere.
Me Myth Reviewed
The Me Myth by Andrew Griffiths was pictured and reviewed in the Sunshine Coast Daily on August 31. Andrew is a successful motivational speaker and lives in Cairns.
The Secret For Teens Available September 15th
The newest installment in the global phenomenon of The Secret becomes available in a format tailored to today's teens. Available September 15th everywhere.
Philippa Gregory Featured
A feature interview with Philippa Gregory, author of bestselling new historical fiction book The White Queen, appeared in the Sunday Times on August 23. The book is the first in a new trilogy based around the War of the Roses.
Jennifer Weiner Featured in Herald Sun
A feature interview with Jennifer Weiner, author of Best Friends Forever, appeared in the Herald Sun on August 22.
Melbourne Writers Festival Hosts S&S Authors
The Melbourne Writers Festival is set to host three of Simon & Schuster's most beloved authors: Lisa Lutz, Tom Rob Smith, and John Keane in August.
Stephen Covey Interviewed in Think Big Magazine
An interview with Stephen Covey, author of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People was featured in Think Big! Magazine, vol. 21, July 2009.
Very Valentine a Hit!
Very Valentine, the newest from Adriana Trigiani, was recently reviewed in the Townsville Bulletin.
Crucifix Killer Review
The Crucifix Killer, the terrifing new thriller by Chris Carter was pictured and reviewed in the Maitland Mercury.
Kitty Sewell Reviewed in Bayside Bulletin
Bloodprint, the newest thriller by Kitty Sewell was reviewed in the Bayside Bulletin
Ironbark Gets Rave Reviews
Ironbark by Johanna Nicholls was pictured and reviewed in the July book pages of the Australian Women’s Weekly. It was described as ‘an enjoyable Aussie colonial saga combining the reality of life in the penal settlement with a big dollop of pure entertainment.’ It was also pictured and recommended in The Australian’s Wish Magazine on July 3.
Melbourne Writers Festival Hosts S&S Authors
The Melbourne Writers Festival is set to host three of Simon & Schuster's most beloved authors: Lisa Lutz, Tom Rob Smith, and John Keane in August.
Dr. Phil to Tour Australia
Dr. Phil is bringing his live show to Australia in August for the first time. Tickets are on-sale through Ticketek now. Dr. Phil is also the author of six #1 New York Times bestsellers, including his latest book, Real Life: Preparing for the 7 Most Challenging Days of Your Life, which gives readers a solid plan on how to cope with the most demanding days in their lives.
Western Front Diaries Wins Award
The Western Front Diaries by Jonathan King won a Galley Club Award. The award was for book production. This is the first time a Simon & Schuster Australia title has won this honourable award.