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John Kinsella's collection of short stories, "Beam of Light," explores themes of unease and restlessness. The book's cover features an image of an Australian native ibis with its head sliced off, symbolizing something gone wrong. The stories depict a world in trouble, with a sense of unnameable dread and a lurking malevolence. The destruction of the planet by humans is a central theme, with birds appearing as symbols of hope amidst the bitterness and dread. The stories raise the question of what can save the Earth, but offer no clear answer. [Extracted from the article]

"Jilya" is a highly anticipated memoir by Dr. Tracy Westerman, a Nyamal psychologist and international trailblazer in the fields of cultural competency, suicide prevention, and Indigenous mental health. The book provides a fascinating insight into Westerman's remarkable life and her evidence-based expertise. It explores her work in attending to children removed from their traditional lands and the positive impacts of incorporating practical, cultural therapy in various settings. Despite a lack of government funding, Westerman has established the Westerman Jilya Institute for Indigenous Mental Health, which provides scholarships to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. The book showcases the importance of self-determination and the empowerment of all Indigenous Australians. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on a conversation between Times critics Dwight Garner and Jason Zinoman, discussing the influence of writer Martin Amis's work on their own writing, highlighting his significant contributions to English literature and his impact on both fiction and literary journalism.

Recommends several books of collections of short stories.

The article focuses on writer Joe Hill and his literary works, with specific reference to his latest novel "Heart-Shaped Box." Joe, the son of writer Stephen King, made his reputation as a fiction writer with a collection of short stories called "20th Century Ghosts." Hill's first full-length work submitted for publication under his pseudonym was "An Epic Fantasy Novel."