‘An Alice Girl’ by lawyer-turned-author Tanya Heaslip set to debut
From Alice to Prague, the acclaimed first literary offering by Central Australian Tanya Heaslip has been insatiably devoured by countless readers across the globe since its release in 2019.
Alice Springs
Don't miss out on the headlines from Alice Springs. Followed categories will be added to My News.
From Alice to Prague, the acclaimed first literary offering by Central Australian Tanya Heaslip has been insatiably devoured by countless readers across the globe since its release in 2019.
Clearly not one to rest on her laurels, the successful lawyer-turned-author is set to debut her latest novel, An Alice Girl, at a virtual launch this Monday, May 18.
Hosted by Bronwyn Druce of Red Kangaroo Books and Ted Egan, Monday’s event will be followed by a book signing on Tuesday, May 19 at the same location – albeit in person – from 10am to 1pm.
Born just north of Alice Springs at the height of the Cold War, Tanya’s parents were pioneers – developing a cattle station where water was scarce, power was dependent on generators and a trip to town for supplies usually meant a full day’s journey.
Experiencing a childhood unimaginable to many Australians, Tanya’s father was determined to teach his children how to survive in a severe and isolated environment, with his lessons often harsh.
Despite it all, Tanya tells of this precious time in the late 1960s and early 70s with raw honesty, humour and much kindness – making An Alice Girl a must-read for anyone keen for a window into a land and life often shrouded in mystery for both international visitors and interstate travellers alike.
“I hope there’s a sense in people who read the book of the magic and beauty of Central Australia, and that it makes them want to come and see it and explore it and learn about it for themselves,” Mrs Heaslip explained to the Centralian Advocate.
“That would be the greatest joy.
“But also I hope people come away with an interest in what life was like back then, particularly around distance and remote education, because School of the Air and correspondence school, writing and my books – they were the loves of my life.”
An Alice Girl by Tanya Heaslip is available for purchase from Tuesday.
For more information on the virtual book launch, visit facebook.com/events/3183350431689077/
Mrs Heaslip will also attend an Open Day and Book Signing at Alice Springs School of the Air Visitor Centre on Monday from 8.30am to midday.
For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/events/263845204735296/
Worker ‘critically injured’ as authorities investigate NT warehouse incident
More details have emerged about an incident in a Red Centre warehouse which required a ‘critically injured’ worker to be transported to hospital. Read the latest.
Alice left with month-long cop shortfall as SA officers head home
Interstate policing help has left the Red Centre capital, leaving a 10 cop shortfall in its wake – but the Chief Minister says a recently established taskforce is continuing its efforts ‘into the future’.