Bush and Beyond: Stories from Country

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 Indigenous 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.

Pages 136

About the Authors 

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.

Cheryl Kickett-Tucker belongs to three areas of the Noongar people – Wadjuk (Swan River), Balladong (Wheatbelt) and Yued (Moora). 

Jessica Lister is a descendant of the Minang and Goreng Noongar peoples of the south-west of Western Australia.

Tjalaminu Mia is a Noongar woman with bloodline links to the Minang and Goreng peoples of the south-west of Western Australia.

 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