Hanna Moore

As the weather gets warmer, it becomes harder to resist a relaxing weekend at the beach with a book in hand. Sydney Observer recommends these new releases to keep you company on your next weekend adventure.

THE WISDOM OF SUNDAYS: LIFE-CHANGING INSIGHTS FROM SUPER SOUL CONVERSATIONS By Oprah Winfrey

 

With 14 seasons and counting, OprahWinfrey’s Super Soul Sunday has tirelessly worked with viewers to awaken their best selves through a deeper connection with the world around them. Now, a number of the insights drawn from the show have been collated into a powerful and deeply-affecting book. Each chapter explores the best conversations had between Oprah and a number of inspiring though-leaders, paired with beautiful photographs to drive the reader on a journey of self discovery.

 

 

 

 

TURTLES ALL THE WAY DOWN By John Green

Sixteen-year-old Aza Holmes is on the hunt for clues in the case of a missing fugitive billionaire. Aza and her best friend Daisy are eager for clues, all while Aza navigates living with an ever-tightening spiral of her own mental illness. With unflinching clarity and universal themes, the long awaited arrival of John Green’s novel continues to show the world that Young Adult fiction doesn’t necessarily have to be restricted to young adults.

 

 

 

THE SUN AND HER FLOWERS By Rupi Kaur

The long awaited second collection of poetry from New York Times bestselling author Rupi Kaur delves into a transcendent journey of self-discovery, personal growth and healing. Divided into five chapters and illustrated by Kaur herself, this collection is also a celebration of love in all forms.

 

 

 

 

 

ADVENTURES OF A YOUNG NATURALIST: ZOO QUEST By David Attenborough

When Attenborough was offered a chance to film for BBC’s Zoo Quest, it was an opportunity of a lifetime. Exploring the world to find rare and wonderful species and bringing to an audience a greater understanding of the natural world around it, Attenborough delves into a remarkable career with a signature wit.

 

 

 

 

MUSIC AND FREEDOM By Zoe Morrison

Morrison delves into the tale of woman who must embrace life again to survive after tragedy strikes and the power of recovery through music. Alice, an aspiring concert pianist, navigates the dark terrain of violence and the transformative powers of music through a journey to the Royal College of Music in London, and her troubled relationship with Edward, a professor from Oxford.

Titles listed can be found at dymocks.com.au.