Compelling Confessions: The Politics of Personal Disclosure is a collection of essays whose shared purpose is to offer an accessible interdisciplinary exploration of the social dynamics behind confessional discourse. As various contributors to this collection demonstrate, confession is ubiquitous in contemporary culture, not only within psychological or therapeutic frameworks or literary analysis, but also in internet discussion groups, in the criminal justice system, in political rhetoric...

Whether it’s an unexpected windfall, a trip of a lifetime or a budding romance, this anthology celebrates the people and places that make up the rich tapestry of our Australian outback.Life is funny sometimes. George often wondered what he’d do if he won the lottery. And now there’s one million dollars sitting on the floor in front of him. What he does with that money will surprise and delight you.Jordan and his father take a last trip into the outback to f...