A woman, a man, a white dog. The woman calls herself Gina, but it may not be her real name. The woman calls the man Mr Chipzenburger – definitely not his name. The dog is less complicated and is happy to answer to Electra. Their story will make you laugh and cry. A B.R.A.G. Medallion book. Reviewers say – “I adored this book” “I hated the story to end. Read it and you'll see. It's a lovely, lovely book.” "A masterpiece…perfect in its style and delivery" "This is a very compelling story…sim...

“We’re not committing suicide here. Trust me, we’re coming back.” Four women resist the thought of sliding into old age and decide to meet the challenge head on. “It’s a bit like Russian Roulette,” says Heather. “The chances are better in that,” replies Merryn, “there it’s only one in six that you get the bullet.” Will they, won’t they, see it through? If stories of women acting contrary to expectations are your choice, this novel is for you.Women’s fiction Aging women New Zealand ...

A novel is a marriage. A short story a love affair.Prominent authors have described short stories as the most disciplined and difficult form of prose writing.Bronwyn Elsmore’s collection These Islands Here – Short Stories of the South Pacific, includes 32 fictional tales that present the varied facets of living in this part of the world. Most have been published previously, several have won short story competitions.Reviewers say: "the author has mas...