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Indigenising Curriculum in PracticeTruth: Anita HeissProfessor Anita Heiss discusses the importance of truth-telling in teaching and highlights the ways that the recording of history is subjective. She also discusses useful resources in relation to Indigenising the curriculum. You can view the transcript for the interview here.
Information about the book Growing up Aboriginal in Australia can be found here and the teaching notes for the book, developed by Associate Professor Marnee Shay, can be found here. Teaching notes for Professor Anita Heiss’s book Dirrayawadha, developed by Shelley Ware, can be found here.
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ConversationsBest of 2024 — Anita HeissReflecting on a year of phenomenal guests, we are bringing you a selection of the Best Conversations of 2024.Anita Heiss is a Wiradjuri woman and a prolific author. Her latest novel, Dirrayawadha, brings together Indigenous and colonial history, as well as Wiradjuri language, into a 19th century love story between an Irish convict and a brave Wiradjuri woman. Anita Heiss is a Wiradjuri woman, an author of many books and a Professor of Communications at The University of Queensland.Many of Anita's books focus on great love stories, and the inspiration for these r...2024-12-1148 min
Writers TalkingTalking to Anita Heiss, author of DirrayawadhaI had the pleasure of connecting with one of my favourite Aussie authors and writerly friend, Dr Anita Heiss...not only did we talk about the second of her fantastic Historical Fiction novels, DIRRAYAWADHA, but so much more!Listen in as Anita chats about how she's surrounded herself with her passions, what she does on a daily basis to get so much done related to each of those passions, how she finds balance when writing (sometimes) heavy storylines, finding the right fit publisher (and recognising that not every project is best fit for every publisher), how...2024-12-061h 06
The Readings PodcastAnita Heiss in conversationIn this episode, a recording taken from an in-store event with Anita Heiss, an author, poet, cultural activist and social commentator.
Heiss’ most recent book, Dirrayawadha, is a groundbreaking historical novel about resistance, resilience and love during the frontier wars. Set in the early 19th century, the book focuses on resistance leader Windradyne, a remarkable figure, and Heiss surrounds him with fascinating figures otherwise lost to history.
With irresistible imagination and verve, as well as a deep desire for truth telling, Anita Heiss’s novels are an effort in re-peopling our collective past.2024-12-0627 min
Writer's Book Club PodcastAnita HeissAnita Heiss talks about the writing craft and process behind her novel Dirrayawadha. Anita shares her insights about weaving research, backstory and Wiradyuri language into the narrative, emphasising the importance of authors trusting themselves and their stories. We discuss Anita’s meticulous planning when it comes to her novels, which involves chapter breakdowns, character profiles, and using butcher's paper to keep organised. She talks about the importance of pre-manuscript consultations, sensitivity reads, and the editorial process with her First Nations editor, Grace Lucas-Pennington. Anita highlights the necessity for writers to remove themselves from their...2024-12-021h 11
SBS NITV RadioYarning about Sexual Consent with Dr. Anita HeissDr. Anita Heiss is a proud Wiradyuri woman and acclaimed author, poet, cultural activist and social commentator. She is committed to raising awareness and educating people about consent. While it may be uncomfortable at first, Anita believes that having these yarns within our families and communities is essential, particularly for our First Nations communities.2024-11-2012 minConversationsWords of love — writing stories of Aboriginal landAuthor and professor Anita Heiss on her parents' story of romance, and how she brings true history alive in her work.Anita Heiss is a Wiradjuri woman, an author of many books and Professor of Communications at The University of Queensland.She has described herself as a “concrete Koori with Westfield dreaming.”Many of Anita's books focus on great love stories, and the inspiration for these romances came from the enduring, devoted love she saw between her parents – the very Austrian “Joe-the-carpenter”, and Elsie, a proud Wiradjuri woman.Anita’s latest book goes ba...2024-09-0948 min
The Book ShowKeanu Reeves and China Miéville write a book togetherHollywood star Keanu Reeves and British science fiction author China Miéville reveal how they collaborated to to write the novel The Book of Elsewhere. Plus, Taffy Brodesser-Akner, author of Fleishman Is In Trouble and Indigenous Australian author, Anita Heiss.The Book of Elsehwere (Del Rey) is based on a comic book series that Keanu Reeves developed called BRZRKR. It's gory and it's novelisation by science fiction guru China Miéville is just as gory. Claire finds how how and why they worked together on this project.New York writer, Taffy Brodesser-Akner talks about the di...2024-08-0554 min
Get Your Favorite Full Audiobooks in Fiction, LGBTQ+Dirrayawadha: Rise Up by Anita HeissPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/538400to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Dirrayawadha: Rise Up
Author: Anita Heiss
Narrator: Tamala Shelton
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 24 minutes
Release date: July 30, 2024
Genres: LGBTQ+
Publisher's Summary:
'Dirrayawadha is full of heart and hope, truth-telling and history – and shimmers with language too' Guardian 'A story from the past given vivid life for new understanding’ Kate Grenville Bathurst, 1820s Miinaa was a young girl when the white ghosts first arrived. She remembers the day they raised a piece of cloth and renamed her homeland 'Bathurst'. Now she lives at Cloverdale and works for a white family...2024-07-308h 24Access Must-Have Full Audiobooks in Fiction, HistoricalDirrayawadha: Rise Up by Anita HeissPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/538400to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Dirrayawadha: Rise Up
Author: Anita Heiss
Narrator: Tamala Shelton
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 24 minutes
Release date: July 30, 2024
Genres: Historical
Publisher's Summary:
'Dirrayawadha is full of heart and hope, truth-telling and history – and shimmers with language too' Guardian 'A story from the past given vivid life for new understanding’ Kate Grenville Bathurst, 1820s Miinaa was a young girl when the white ghosts first arrived. She remembers the day they raised a piece of cloth and renamed her homeland 'Bathurst'. Now she lives at Cloverdale and works for a white family...2024-07-308h 24SBS NITV RadioAnita Heiss at Romance Writers of Australia 2024 ConferenceDr Anita Heiss will play a key role at the Romance Writers of Australia Conference, running pitching sessions, providing aspiring writers with the opportunity to present their book ideas.2024-07-2311 min
BackstageAnita HeissAnita Heiss joins Regina to talk about her adaptation of the play TIDDAS - on at Belvoir theatre.
Tiddas- Five women, best friends for decades, meet once a month to talk about books, lovers, and the jagged bits of life in between. Dissecting each other’s lives seems the most natural thing in the world and honesty, no matter how brutal, is something they treasure. Best friends tell each other everything, don’t they?
Dr Anita Heiss AM is a proud member of the Wiradyuri nation of central New South Wales and one of Australia's most...2024-01-3114 min
Secrets from the Green RoomSeason 4: Episode 36: Anita HeissKaren and Irma chat about one star reviews and Goodreads. Then Karen talks to Anita Heiss about why she writes across so many genres and which is her favourite, what she learned from writing the script for the 'Tiddas' live-show and how it feels to have your work performed on stage, how she creates sexy, sassy First Nations female characters, how she still feels self-doubt even after writing so many books, how she survived a personal attack from a certain right-wing shock jock, and how a life coach helped her to get organised and meet her goals a...2023-10-1836 minThe Book ShowFeel good fiction with Anita Heiss, Marlon James, Monica Ali and moreLiterary fiction is good at the hard stuff – grief, pain and conflict - but what about the books that make you feel good? Authors Joan Silber, Toni Jordan and Andy Weir bring joy to The Book Show for ABC Arts Week, talking about the radical act of writing optimistic fiction. You'll also hear from Richard Ford, Douglas Stuart, Jennifer Down, Anita Heiss, Marlon James and Monica Ali.2023-09-1854 min
NT Writers FestivalNTWF 2023 - Unsettling Narratives of the PastThree practitioners of historical fiction – Anita Heiss AM, Geraldine Brooks and Christopher Raja – discuss how their writing challenges dominant narratives of the past. Anita Heiss’ award-winning novel, Bila Yarrudhalangdhuanggray, is an epic tale of love, loss, belonging, and the struggle for freedom, told through the eyes of a young Wiradyuri woman named Wagadhaany. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Geraldine Brooks’ latest novel, Horse, is a gripping, multi-layered reckoning with the legacy of enslavement and racism in America. Christopher Raja’s forthcoming novel explores the experiences of Afghan cameleers in Australia, finding their way in a strange new place. Facilitated by Eleanor...2023-08-3159 minThe Book ShowWriter to writer with Larissa Behrendt, Anita Heiss and Ellen van NeervenIndigenous writer, lawyer and filmmaker Larissa Behrendt speaks to writers Anita Heiss and Ellen van Neerven about the past and the future of First Nations writing in Australia.2023-07-0354 min
Discover the Best Audio Stories in Romance, ModernAvoiding Mr Right by Anita HeissPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/656534to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Avoiding Mr Right
Author: Anita Heiss
Narrator: Tuuli Narkle
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 50 minutes
Release date: May 2, 2023
Genres: Modern
Publisher's Summary:
A hilarious and heart-felt story of love, self-discovery and finding true happiness, from award-winning Wiradyuri author, Anita Heiss. Peta Tully thinks taking a man to Melbourne would be like taking a sandwich to a smorgasbord. That's why she is leaving him at home. Peta loves her life in Sydney. She has a great job, three deadly best friends – Alice, Dannie and Liza – and a doting boyfriend. The only...2023-05-028h 50
Discover the Best Audio Stories in Romance, ModernAvoiding Mr Right by Anita HeissPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/656534 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Avoiding Mr Right Author: Anita Heiss Narrator: Tuuli Narkle Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 50 minutes Release date: May 2, 2023 Genres: Modern Publisher's Summary: A hilarious and heart-felt story of love, self-discovery and finding true happiness, from award-winning Wiradyuri author, Anita Heiss. Peta Tully thinks taking a man to Melbourne would be like taking a sandwich to a smorgasbord. That's why she is leaving him at home. Peta loves her life in Sydney. She has a great job, three deadly best friends – Alice, Dannie and Liza – and a doting boyfriend. The...2023-05-0203 min
Grab the Top Full Audiobooks in Romance, Rom-ComAvoiding Mr Right by Anita HeissPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/656534 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Avoiding Mr Right Author: Anita Heiss Narrator: Tuuli Narkle Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 50 minutes Release date: May 2, 2023 Genres: Rom-Com Publisher's Summary: A hilarious and heart-felt story of love, self-discovery and finding true happiness, from award-winning Wiradyuri author, Anita Heiss. Peta Tully thinks taking a man to Melbourne would be like taking a sandwich to a smorgasbord. That's why she is leaving him at home. Peta loves her life in Sydney. She has a great job, three deadly best friends – Alice, Dannie and Liza – and a doting boyfriend. The...2023-05-0203 minGrab the Top Full Audiobooks in Romance, Rom-ComAvoiding Mr Right by Anita HeissPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/656534to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Avoiding Mr Right
Author: Anita Heiss
Narrator: Tuuli Narkle
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 50 minutes
Release date: May 2, 2023
Genres: Rom-Com
Publisher's Summary:
A hilarious and heart-felt story of love, self-discovery and finding true happiness, from award-winning Wiradyuri author, Anita Heiss. Peta Tully thinks taking a man to Melbourne would be like taking a sandwich to a smorgasbord. That's why she is leaving him at home. Peta loves her life in Sydney. She has a great job, three deadly best friends – Alice, Dannie and Liza – and a doting boyfriend. The only...2023-05-028h 50
Game ChangersSeries 13 Episode 6: Write & Publish - Anita HeissThe Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In this fifth conversation of Series Thirteen, we talk with Anita Heiss, a proud member of the Wiradyuri nation of central New South Wales, and is one of Australia’s most prolific and well-known authors and engaging public speakers, weaving stories, politics and social justice for different audiences. As an advocate for Indigenous literacy, Anita has worked in remote communities as a role model and encouraging young Indigenous Australians to write their own stories and has spoken in schools and at festivals in every st...2023-04-1745 min
Discover the Best Audio Stories in Romance, ModernNot Meeting Mr Right by Anita HeissPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/656533to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Not Meeting Mr Right
Author: Anita Heiss
Narrator: Tuuli Narkle
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 7 hours 30 minutes
Release date: April 4, 2023
Genres: Modern
Publisher's Summary:
‘I am deadly, desirable and delicious!’ This is Alice's mantra as she hilariously negotiates her way through the rocky terrain of singledom. Alice Aigner is successful, independent and a confirmed serial dater – but at her ten-year school reunion she has a sudden change of heart. Bored rigid by her married, mortgaged and motherly former classmates, Alice decides to prove that a woman can have it all: a man...2023-04-047h 30
Discover the Best Audio Stories in Romance, ModernNot Meeting Mr Right by Anita HeissPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/656533 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Not Meeting Mr Right Author: Anita Heiss Narrator: Tuuli Narkle Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 30 minutes Release date: April 4, 2023 Genres: Modern Publisher's Summary: ‘I am deadly, desirable and delicious!’ This is Alice's mantra as she hilariously negotiates her way through the rocky terrain of singledom. Alice Aigner is successful, independent and a confirmed serial dater – but at her ten-year school reunion she has a sudden change of heart. Bored rigid by her married, mortgaged and motherly former classmates, Alice decides to prove that a woman can have it all: a...2023-04-0403 minGrab the Top Full Audiobooks in Romance, Rom-ComNot Meeting Mr Right by Anita HeissPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/656533to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Not Meeting Mr Right
Author: Anita Heiss
Narrator: Tuuli Narkle
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 7 hours 30 minutes
Release date: April 4, 2023
Genres: Rom-Com
Publisher's Summary:
‘I am deadly, desirable and delicious!’ This is Alice's mantra as she hilariously negotiates her way through the rocky terrain of singledom. Alice Aigner is successful, independent and a confirmed serial dater – but at her ten-year school reunion she has a sudden change of heart. Bored rigid by her married, mortgaged and motherly former classmates, Alice decides to prove that a woman can have it all: a man...2023-04-047h 30
Grab the Top Full Audiobooks in Romance, Rom-ComNot Meeting Mr Right by Anita HeissPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/656533 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Not Meeting Mr Right Author: Anita Heiss Narrator: Tuuli Narkle Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 30 minutes Release date: April 4, 2023 Genres: Rom-Com Publisher's Summary: ‘I am deadly, desirable and delicious!’ This is Alice's mantra as she hilariously negotiates her way through the rocky terrain of singledom. Alice Aigner is successful, independent and a confirmed serial dater – but at her ten-year school reunion she has a sudden change of heart. Bored rigid by her married, mortgaged and motherly former classmates, Alice decides to prove that a woman can have it all: a...2023-04-0403 min
Writes4WomenA Heart of Writing Episode with Dr Anita HeissToday's chat is with Dr Anita Heiss about her body of work and writing life which are of course inseparable from her heritage as a first nations woman. Anita is a proud member of the Wiradjuri nation of central New South Wales, but was born in Gadigal country and has spent much of her life on Dharawal land near La Perouse, in Sydney. She's one of Australia's most prolific and well-known authors publishing across genres, including nonfiction, historical fiction, commercial fiction, and children's novels. Her memoir Am I Black Enough for You? first published in 2012 was re...2022-12-0550 min
Good Reading PodcastAnita Heiss on 'Growing Up Wiradjuri: Stories from the Wiradjuri Nation''Growing up Wiradjuri' is a collection of personal stories by Wiradjuri Elders. The writers are Uncles and Aunties who came of age in New South Wales in the 1950s and 1960s.
In a strong collective voice, they share their stories of the difficulties of marginal life, backbreaking labour and family separation, but also of fond memories of their own Elders, Aunts and Uncles who cared for them and taught them culture. Contributors describe happy memories of family and community life on country, working the land, sitting around campfires, hunting, fishing, and playing games in the bush with their cousins, brothers...2022-11-2020 min
Good Reading PodcastAnita Heiss on 'Growing Up Wiradjuri: Stories from the Wiradjuri Nation'Growing up Wiradjuri is a collection of personal stories by Wiradjuri Elders. The writers are Uncles and Aunties who came of age in New South Wales in the 1950s and 1960s.In a strong collective voice, they share their stories of the difficulties of marginal life, backbreaking labour and family separation, but also of fond memories of their own Elders, Aunts and Uncles who cared for them and taught them culture. Contributors describe happy memories of family and community life on country, working the land, sitting around campfires, hunting, fishing, and playing games in...2022-11-2020 min
Imagining The PastImaging the Past—2022—Anita Heiss
Anita Heiss discusses her landmark and groundbreaking novel, Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray—River of Dreams—shortlisted for the 2021 ARA Historical Novel Prize—with Greg Johnston.
2022-10-0443 min
The Book ShowAnita Heiss, Tony Birch and SJ Norman grapple with the pastFor NAIDOC Week, three Aboriginal writers who are grappling with the past: Anita Heiss takes the 1852 Gundagai flood as the starting point for her novel Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray, Tony Birch explores his family history in Dark as Last Night and SJ Norman's, Permafrost, a collection of haunted short stories.2022-07-0453 min
The MissionDr. Anita HeissDr. Anita Heiss is a proud Wiradjuri woman, the Professor of Communications at the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit for The University of Queensland, an Ambassador for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, and an activist and an author. She talks with host Daniel James about the re-release of her book, 'Am I Black Enough for You?' ten years on, and its relevance in the current climate. With presenter Daniel James https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/the-mission2022-06-2339 min
Black Magic Woman with Mundanara BaylesBook Club Series - Anita HeissAnita Heiss is a proud member of the Wiradjuri nation of central new south wales, but was born in Gadigal country and has spent much of her life on Dharawal land near La Perouse. She is one of Australia’s most prolific and well-known authors publishing across genres including non-fiction, historical fiction, commercial fiction, and children’s novels. Her latest book is Bila Yarudhanggalangdhuray. Anita is also a marathoner!Anita’s children’s literature includes Kicking Goals with Goodesy and Magic, co-written with Adam Goodes and Micheal O’Loughlin. She also wrote two kids’ novels with students fro...2022-06-011h 00
The Garret: Writing & PublishingAnita Heiss on 'Am I Black Enough For You?'Anita Heiss is a proud member of the Wiradyuri nation of central New South Wales, and she writes across genres including non-fiction, historical fiction, commercial fiction and children’s fiction. Her memoir Am I Black Enough for You? was a finalist in the 2012 Human Rights Awards, and was updated and republished in 2022. Anita’s other non-fiction works include Dhuuluu-Yala (To Talk Straight): Publishing Aboriginal Literature, and, as editor, Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia and The Macquarie PEN Anthology of Aboriginal Literature, which she co-edited with Peter Minter. Her adult fiction includes Not Meeting Mr Right, Avoiding...2022-05-0128 min
Yarning Up First Nations Stories with Caroline KellDr Anita Heiss - The wonder and joy of First Nations storiesIn this episode, Caroline is joined by proud Wiradjuri women and well known author and commentator, Dr Anita Heiss. Caroline and Anita yarn about Anita’s extensive career, having published 20 non-fiction, historical fiction, commercial fiction and children’s novels.They discuss the power of stories, and the escapism it brings. Including, Anita’s book ‘Growing up Aboriginal in Australia’. And what led Anita to totally rewrote her memoir, ‘Am I Black Enough For You?’ 10 years after it was originally published in 2011. Anita also shares how she, too, has battled with imposter syndrome and finding conf...2022-04-1345 min
Streets of Your TownAnita Heiss on First Nations writingThis week on Streets of Your Town, we speak to renowned author and proud Wiradjuri woman Dr Anita Heiss, who is a special guest of the 60th Brisbane Writers Festival coming up in May. It's a pivotal year for Anita, as its ten years since the original edition of her book "Amy I Black Enough For You" was released, and it's also the 60th anniversary of the festival itself. In Brisbane, and many areas around south-east Queensland and northern New South Wales, floods have inundated our homes, towns and cities It hit local communities hard, p...2022-04-0114 min
Streets of Your TownAnita Heiss on First Nations writingThis week on Streets of Your Town, we speak to renowned author and proud Wiradjuri woman Dr Anita Heiss, who is a special guest of the 60th Brisbane Writers Festival coming up in May.In Brisbane, and many areas around south-east Queensland and northern New South Wales, floods have inundated our homes, towns and cities. This on top of two years of living through the pandemic has hit local communities hard. Artists, writers and musicians were already at a low ebb, with little help from governments in their time of crisis.While Australian a...2022-03-3114 min
Adelaide Writers' WeekAWW22 Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray: River of Dreams - Anita HeissChaired by Jared Thomas.Hugely popular and award-winning author Anita Heiss’s new novel opens with a fictionalised account of 1852’s Gundagai floods, still Australia’s deadliest. But for the heroic efforts of Wiradyuri men Yarri and Jacky Jacky, the toll would have been much higher. Yarri’s daughter Wagadhaany survives the flood only to become an indentured slave to the settlers her father rescued. A nuanced examination of Black and White relations, a celebration of family and Country, and a literary celebration of the Wiradyuri language, Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray is Anita’s finest book yet.2022-03-0559 min
Books, Books, BooksSUMMER SERIES: Anita Heiss “Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray”Much-loved writer Anita Heiss’s latest novel Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray, meaning “River of Dreams”, tells the story of Wagadhanny, a young Indigenous woman in the mid-eighteenth century, whose life is controlled by the Bradleys, the white family she works for. They force her to leave behind her beloved family in Gundagai and move with them to Wagga Wagga. A rich, powerful story of her struggle to assert herself and of the importance to her and her people of kinship and of respect for and connection to the land. Heiss uses the Wiradjuri language throughout the book and in the book’s title a...2022-01-2051 min
Best of the FestivalsAnita Heiss on celebrating Aboriginal heroes and learning WiradjuriWhat does the Australian country town of Gundagai make you think of? The statue of the "dog on the tuckerbox"? The old folksong, Along the road to Gundagai? Or do you think of the great flood of 1852 – the deadliest in our history - and the remarkable heroism of two Aboriginal men who saved over 60 people, using their bark canoes. Writer, Anita Heiss, a Wiradjuri woman, talks to Paul Barclay about her new book, Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray, which celebrates unsung Aboriginal heroes, and the Wiradjuri language.2022-01-1453 min
Sparta Chicks Radio: Mindset | Confidence | Sport | Women#173: Dr Anita Heiss - Use Your Voice, Own Your Story, Tell Your TruthI’m delighted to welcome Dr Anita Heiss to Sparta Chicks Radio this week Anita is a proud member of the Wiradjuri Nation of central New South Wales and one of Australia’s most prolific and well-known authors. She has written 18 books including her latest novel, an epic tale called Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray (or River of Dreams). It’s also the first time in Australia a commercially published book has used a First Nations language for the title. Anita enjoys eating chocolate, running and being a 'creative disruptor'. Initially, I wanted...2021-11-2159 min
Stories Behind the Story with Better ReadingAnita Heiss: on the Aboriginal heroes of the Gundagai floodPoet, social commentator and bestselling author Anita Heiss talks to Cheryl Akle about her latest book, Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray (River of Dreams), which shines a light on the flooding of Gundagai and the Indigenous heroes who saved many lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-1742 minStories Behind the Story with Better ReadingAnita Heiss: on the Aboriginal heroes of the Gundagai floodPoet, social commentator and bestselling author Anita Heiss talks to Cheryl Akle about her latest book, Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray (River of Dreams), which shines a light on the flooding of Gundagai and the Indigenous heroes who saved many lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-1742 min
Write Around the MurrayHistorical Fiction: Anita Heiss, Dorothy Simmons and Jock Serong with Jason Steger.Anita Heiss, Dorothy Simmons and Jock Serong discuss historical fiction with Jason Steger.HIstorical Fiction was part of the Write Around the Murray program for 2021Recorded 18/09/20212021-10-191h 02The MissionProfessor Anita Heiss on Indigenous Writing and her new NovelProud Wiradjuri woman, author, activist, and social commentator Professor Anita Heiss discusses her new novel Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray: River of Dreams, with presenter Daniel James. In this special long-form interview, Anita also discusses the surge of new writing by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander authors, and the place that First Nations writing now holds in the cultural landscape. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/the-mission 2021-07-2749 min
Aussie RideshareEpisode 28: Anita HeissIn honour of NAIDOC Week, Christian has an incredible chat with Anita Heiss. Anita is an Aboriginal Australian author, poet, cultural activist and social commentator. She is an advocate for Indigenous Australian literature and literacy, through her writing for adults and children.Warning: This episode has some language that may offend listeners but it speaks to the real lived experience of the Aboriginal people living here in Australia today.Find out more about Anita at her websiteFollow Anita on TwitterBuy her book, Bila YarrudhanggalangdhurayF...2021-07-121h 04
Everyone RelaxWILOSOPHY with Anita HeissGetting Wilosophical with Anita Heiss.Anita Heiss is an Indigenous author, poet, activist and social commentator and a member of the Wiradjuri nation of central New South Wales. Anita speaks with Wil about Australia's Indigenous heritage, and her new novel Bila Yarrudhanggalalangdhuray: River of Dreams.YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE:WILOSOPHY with Shelley WareWILOSOPHY with Kevin KropinyeriSUPPORT USPatreonTOFOP.comMerchFollow on InstagramFollow on TwitterWil AndersonAnita HeissSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-07-041h 23
Murder Me on Monday#24 - Stalking of Sweet_Anita / Gavin Free & Meg Turney / Matthew PykeMother:Three cases this week, one murder.Cameron:With over 400 hours of content uploaded to Youtube every minute and over 1 billion hours watched per day combined with 15 million active daily viewers on Twitch its no surprise that a few of the people watching would develop unhealthy attachments to the creator or become a wanky little troll resuling in stalking, doxxing, swatting and sometimes murder Harrassment of online creators and celebrities is becoming more common and today we discuss some of those cases.This is why I say...2021-06-2153 min
The Griffith Phoenix PodcastCommunity Champ, visiting novelist Anita HeissOne of Australia's most prolific and well-known authors, Wiradjuri woman Anita Heiss, is launching her latest novel Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray (River of Dreams) at Griffith City Library next Thursday, June 24.
It's set in Wiradjuri country, weaving in Wiradjuri language throughout. Anita says should be of interest to the Griffith community, as we live on Wiradjuri land.
This event is dedicated to the late Roger Penrith.
Special guests on the night include Madison and Lisa Penrith, Maydina Penrith, Yaltara Penrith, Richard Penrith and Letetia Harris.
Reserve your place via Eventbrite of contacting the...2021-06-1710 min
The GlasshouseAnita Heiss and Erik JensenAward-winning author Anita Heiss talks about the importance of language in her new book, ‘Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray’ and Wiradjuri heroism in the 1852 Gundagai flood; and editor and writer, Erik Jensen, chats about his narrative sequence of short love poems ‘I said the sea was folded: Love poems’. With presenter Beth AQ.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/the-glasshouseInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theglasshouse.rrr/?hl=en2021-06-1637 min
Anonymous Was A Woman PodcastAnita HeissDr Anita Heiss is an award-winning author of non-fiction, historical fiction, commercial women’s fiction, children’s novels and blogs. Her latest work is 'Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray', and it is the first commercial work published with only Aboriginal language on the cover in Australia. Anita is a proud member of the Wiradjuri Nation of central New South Wales and an Ambassador for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. CHAT WITH US Join our discussion using hashtag #AnonymousWasAWomanPod and don't forget to follow Jamila (on Instagram and Twitter) and Astrid (also on Instagram and Twitter) to continue the conversatio...2021-06-0923 min
Enjoy Amazing Full Audiobooks in Fiction, LGBTQ+Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray: River of Dreams by Anita HeissPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/408639to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray: River of Dreams
Author: Anita Heiss
Narrator: Tamala Shelton
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 5 minutes
Release date: May 1, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 2
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: LGBTQ+
Publisher's Summary:
‘There are books you encounter as an adult that you wish you could press into the hands of your younger self. Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray is one of those books – a novel that turns Australia’s long-mythologised settler history into a raw and resilient heartsong.' – Guardian ***WINNER 2022 NSW PREMIER'S LITERARY AWARD INDIGENOUS WRITER'S PRIZE*** ***2022 ABIA SHORTLIST...2021-05-0110h 05Download Incredible Full Audiobooks in Fiction, HistoricalBila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray: River of Dreams by Anita HeissPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/408639to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray: River of Dreams
Author: Anita Heiss
Narrator: Tamala Shelton
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 5 minutes
Release date: May 1, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 2
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Historical
Publisher's Summary:
‘There are books you encounter as an adult that you wish you could press into the hands of your younger self. Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray is one of those books – a novel that turns Australia’s long-mythologised settler history into a raw and resilient heartsong.' – Guardian ***WINNER 2022 NSW PREMIER'S LITERARY AWARD INDIGENOUS WRITER'S PRIZE*** ***2022 ABIA SHORTLIST...2021-05-0110h 05
The Garret: Writing & PublishingAt home with Anita HeissDr Anita Heiss is an award-winning author of non-fiction, historical fiction, commercial women’s fiction, children’s novels and blogs. She is a proud member of the Wiradjuri Nation of central New South Wales, an Ambassador for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, the GO Foundation and Worawa Aboriginal College. Her novel Barbed Wire and Cherry Blossoms, set in Cowra during World War II, was the 2020 University of Canberra Book of the Year. Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray is her second work of historical fiction, and it is the first commercial work published with only Aboriginal language on the cover in Australia. 2021-04-2827 min
After the Bell with @educatinglauraIndigenous perspectives - A place to start with Karla CartledgeI am truly thrilled to bring this episode to you. My discussion with Kayla from: @ourdillybag and @oursonglines
We talk about:
The importance of acknowledging the land we inhabit
Survival Day
Understanding how to appreciate the culture that is most relevant to you as an individual
Identity
Shifts in education around indigenous perspectives
Dismantling some damaging rhetoric around Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people/culture and much more
Kayla is informative and generous in her ability to dispell misunderstandings and support many who wish to be better allies to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations
We reference:
'Growing up...2021-04-111h 13
After the Bell with @educatinglauraIndigenous perspectives - A place to start with Kayla CartledgeI am truly thrilled to bring this episode to you.
My discussion with Kayla from: @ourdillybag and @oursonglines
We talk about:
The importance of acknowledging the land we inhabit
Survival Day
Understanding how to appreciate the culture that is most relevant to you as an individual
Identity
Shifts in education around indigenous perspectives
Dismantling some damaging rhetoric around Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people/culture and much more
Kayla is informative and generous in her ability to dispell misunderstandings and support many who wish to be better allies to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait...2021-04-111h 13
wenden ... svoltare#6 Slower, smarter, saferDas sind die drei Eigenschaften, die wir (nicht nur) im Tourismus künftig beherzigen werden oder beherzigen sollten – je nachdem wie optimistisch du in die Zukunft blickst. Der Tourismushistoriker und ehemalige grüne Landtagsabgeordnete Hans Heiss beschäftigt sich schon seit langem mit der Tradition des Gastgewerbes im Alpenraum, und er plädiert für einen Tourismus, der sich intelligent mäßigt, um konkurrenzfähig zu bleiben.
Und nachdem wir alle Tourist*innen sind, viele von uns im Tourismus tätig oder indirekt mit Tourist*innen konfrontiert - und sei es, weil wir über die Gäste-Horden schimpfen, di...2021-04-0134 min
Black Magic Woman with Mundanara BaylesLive @ Queen St Mall with Lauren AppoOn episode 57 I go live at the Queen street Mall, Wintergarden ‘Gathering’. An event held every Wednesday hosted by Creative Nations. I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Lauren Appo, a proud Mamu woman from Innisfail with strong links to Goreng Goreng Mobs on her mothers side. Lauren has been living on Meanjin country since she was 12 and has built strong connections in Brisbane and the community. Lauren is currently a podcaster, community ambassador and champion for Aboriginal Authors, Women of colour and Black narratives. Amongst many things, we have a great yarn about Laurens's love for b...2021-03-2755 min
A Story Of SortsS2 Footnotes #2 February Reads & TBROn this bonus episode I talk about the books I've read in February, and I dive a little bit into my digital, audio, and physical TBR. * Books mentioned on this episode: An American Marriage by Tayari Jones Honey Girl by Morgan Rogers Efter by Hanna Bervoets Sister Outsider by Audre Lorde Dear Martin by Nic Stone The Kindest Lie by Nancy Johnson Sasha Masha by Agnes Borinsky The Seven Husbands Of...2021-03-2321 min
Black Magic Woman with Mundanara BaylesDr Anita HeissOn episode 56 I yarn with Anita Heiss, a proud Wiradjuri woman of central NSW, born in Gadigal country and has spent much of her life on Dharawal land near La Perouse. She is one of Australia’s most prolific and well-known authors publishing across genres including non-fiction, historical fiction, commercial fiction, and children’s novels. As an advocate for Indigenous literacy, Anita has worked in remote communities as a role model and encouraging young Indigenous Australians to write their own stories. On an international level she has performed her own work and lectured on Aboriginal literature across the globe a...2021-03-0659 min
The Bookstorian PodcastS02E05 The Dictionary of Lost Words with @babblingbooksThe Bookstorian Podcast. A podcast for booklovers and bookstagrammers.Books mentioned in this podcast:The Mirror Visitor Quartet by Christelle DabosGrowing Up Disabled in Australia edited Carly FindlayThe Familiars by Stacey HallsGrowing up Aboriginal in Australia edited by Anita HeissThe Liar’s Dictionary by Eley WilliamsThe Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip WilliamsOther sources mentioned:Anonymous was a woman, podcastbabblingbooks.com.aunetgallery.comHost: Teagan @bo...2021-02-2151 min
99 Talks'Australia Day', Celebrate or Debate?It's that time of year again in Australia! As expected, the debate surrounding the date of Australia Day has been ignited again, by Cricket Australia's decision to ditch references to 'Australia Day' in their Big Bash league. We discuss this issue and its origins and explore a potential generational divide on the issue too. If there is one thing you do this week, please ensure you are listening to those most directly impacted by this conversation - Indigenous Australians. Links below (can also be found on our Instagram @99talks.pod) -
Indigenous people who...2021-01-2332 min
Yes YouThe Great Summer Body LieIn Australia, it’s summer time, and we’re approaching Christmas. And so we need to be on high alert when it comes to two things: bush fire danger and B-S messaging that tries to convince us our bodies need changing! In this episode we’re talking about the latter. I share about how this Great Lie has managed to thrive, and how we can choose to cultivate an alternative narrative for ourselves. In this episode I read a short excerpt by Don Bemrose from ‘Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia’, edited by Anita Heiss. I really rec...2020-12-1635 min
2ser Book ClubMaar Bidi - next generation black writingThis week's book club celebrates NAIDOC week 2020. The theme for this years NAIDOC is “Always was Always will be”. The theme acknowledges that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this land for more than 65, 000 years.First Nations people across the lands that we now collectively call Australia have the oldest oral traditions and stories in the world so I thought it appropriate to bring in a new collection called Maar Bidi - next generation black writing.Maar Bidi grew out of the creative writing program for young Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander students at the school of Indigenous stud...2020-11-1303 min
The Community Library3.15 Read With Me: Australian LiteratureWhat happened when I tried to read four books in two weeks while travelling across the world during a pandemic? Well, you lucky listeners get to find out. In this episode I read an Aussie classic, a Miles Franklin Award winner, an essay collection, and a YA contemporary. I hope you enjoy!
Our next book club pick is a mystery thriller: The Trap by Melanie Raabe. I’ll be discussing this on the 25th of October, and I hope you read a long with us!
As always, you can find a full transcription of the ep...2020-10-1031 min
wenden ... svoltare#8 Kunst&Kultur IST lebensnotwendigManuela Kerer hat zeitgenössische Musik zu ihrem Beruf gemacht und mag das Attribut „schräg“ nicht, das viele damit assoziieren. Sie definiert sich als Kultur-Unternehmerin: „Ich bin Unternehmerin, ich verkaufe ein Produkt“. Die Komponistin aus Brixen über die Frage nach der Rolle von Kunst in unserer Gesellschaft, über unsichere Zeiten und die Zukunft der KünstlerInnen, über eine fehlende Streitkultur, Frauen in ihrem Gewerbe, dringend notwendige Entscheidungen der Kulturpolitik, ein neu zu findendes Gleichgewicht von Tradition und Moderne in Südtirols Kultur und über eine Haltung des Staunens als Einstieg in Fragen des Alltags. www.manuela-kerer.bz
fotografiert v...2020-09-2435 min
Good Sesh with Joel HannaJonathan Lindsay-Tjapaltjarri Hermawan from Red Dust and Jam Pakt radio on personal reconciliation and the impact of COVID-19 on remote communitiesMeet Jonathan Lindsay-Tjapaltjarri Hermawan!
Jonzy is a man of many talents inlcuding being a musician, a radio show host, a school teacher, a mechanic and a deadset legend
He's the cultural advisor for our good mates Red Dust who we partner with in the NT
Host of the bloody ripper radio show Jam Pakt with Jonzy
We talked about the Black Lives Matter movement, personal Reconciliation Action Plans, living in remote communites during COVID-19 lockdown & travel bans plus a whole bunch more
Some of the resources we talked about:
Dark Emu...2020-09-0937 min
Creative DialoguesWriting For WorkTom takes a step back for a conversation that veers into a discussion about representation and diversity in the writing, editing, and publishing industry - featuring a powerhouse of guests, including Kirli Saunders, Alice Grundy, Jessie Tu, and Emily Stewart. ||
Visit the Creative Dialogues page on the Wollongong City Council website for a list of books mentioned in this podcast, and recommended by the guests.
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Book recommendations from panellists:
Jessie Tu recommends:
Revenge - S.L Lim, The Astonishing Colour of After - Emily X.R Pan,
Cleanness - Garth Greenwell, Kim Ji-Young, Born 1982 - Cho Nam-Joo, Hot Little Hands...2020-09-041h 03
Reading WomenEp. 95 | AnthologiesFor September’s theme, Kendra, Jaclyn, and special guest Dani Roulette recommend anthologies!Many Thanks to Our Sponsors
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Miracle Country by Kendra Atleework
Check out our Patreon page to learn more about our book club and other Patreon-exclusive goodies. Follow along over on Instagram, join the discussion in our Goodreads group, and be sure to subscribe to our newsletter for more new books and extra book reviews!Things Mentioned
2020 Booker Longlist Announced
International Booker Prize Winner Announced
Nakkiah Lui has launched a publishing imprint called JOAN with Allen and Unwin
Readings Prize...2020-09-0243 min
Tea Stained PagesReading Recommendation of Black, Indigenous and Pacific Islander WritersGrab your beverage of choice, a pen and a piece of paper (or open up Goodreads, whatever you desire). This episode has a whole bunch of book recommendations for you and every single one of them is written by Black, Indigenous or Pacific Islander writers.
Recommendations, in the order they appeared:
Ten More Days - Daniel James
My Sister, the Serial Killer - Oyinkan Braithwaite
The Sellout - Paul Beatty
Friday Black - Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah
Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia - Anita Heiss
The Underground Railroad - Colson Whitehead
Where We Once Belonged - Sia...2020-06-1946 min
The First TimeEngaging with readers & Anita Heiss on storytelling, schedules and social mediaWhat's the best way to engage with your readers, once your book is out in the world? Are there rules? or just expectations? What are the best moments for authors, and for readers? We chat about how we'll approach chatting with readers this time around.
Then Kate talks to award winning and best selling author, Dr Anita Heiss.
We know you'll understand that this episode has a different quality of audio than you are used to from us. Eventually we'll get back to studio sound, but until then forgive us the odd crackle!
Check out show notes f...2020-05-101h 08
NZ Society of AuthorsIndigenous Writers TalkNew Zealand Society of Authors Te Puni Kaituhi O Aotearoa (PEN NZ Inc) brings you this special edition of NZSA Live! featuring content from the 2018 National Writers Forum. This episode features Dr Anita Heiss in discussion with Paula Morris about carving a path in a fairly monocultural literary landscape and nurturing indigenous literature.
Like the music? Buy the track from NZ pianist Justin Bird: https://justinbird.bandcamp.com/track/bourree-fantasque-emmanual-chabrier2020-04-1750 min
NZ Society of AuthorsAnita HeissNew Zealand Society of Authors Te Puni Kaituhi O Aotearoa (PEN NZ Inc)brings you this special edition of NZSA Live! featuring content from the 2018 National Writers Forum. This episode features a keynote address from author Dr Anita Heiss.
Like the music? Buy the track from NZ pianist Justin Bird:https://justinbird.bandcamp.com/track/bourree-fantasque-emmanual-chabrier2020-04-0929 min
Harmonic Whisky TalesEpisode 141 - We're going on a Unicorn HuntLinks from today’s show. Tim and the Unicorn share lots of positive, creative stuff from around the world. Goodnews Networkhttps://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/art-lovers-recreate-masterpieces-in-covid-quarantine/https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/dog-delivers-groceries-meals-to-senior-neighbor-in-quarantine/https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/jimmy-fallon-hashtags-myquarantineinsixwords/https://twitter.com/hashtag/MyQuarantineInSixWordsConcert Lineuphttps://twitter.com/KtownHDrydr/status/1245450404160102400Food takeaway Sydneyhttps://mejico.com.au/static/menus/sphg-takeaway.pdfRecipeshttps://www.recipetineats.com/slow-cooker-red-wine-beef-cheeks/https://www.makingthymeforhealth.com/one-pot-coconut-mung-bean-stew/2020-04-061h 09
BlacademiaSeason 1, Episode 4 Professor Anita HeissIn this yarn Professor Heiss and I chat the intersecting journey of author and academic, community engagement, the value of a PhD, master classes, self-care and Professor Heiss’s dream job!2020-01-2147 min
The ListenerBonus episode: Anita Heiss on Growing Up Aboriginal In Australia Podcast: The Readings Podcast (LS 36 · TOP 2.5% what is this?)Episode: Bonus episode: Anita Heiss on Growing Up Aboriginal In AustraliaPub date: 2018-07-12Notes from The Listener:Interview with the editor of an anthology of essays called Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia. She is a member of the Wiradjuri from New South Wales and a well-known advocate for Indigenous culture. This episode focuses on two different topics: the process of assembling a book about such a sensitive topic and a more general appreciation for the position of First Nations people in Australia today. T...2020-01-0834 min
Grab the Top Full Audiobooks in Fiction, LGBTQ+Barbed Wire and Cherry Blossoms by Anita HeissPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/626851to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Barbed Wire and Cherry Blossoms
Author: Anita Heiss
Narrator: Kathryn Hartman
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 7 hours 3 minutes
Release date: October 1, 2019
Genres: LGBTQ+
Publisher's Summary:
August, 1944: Over a thousand Japanese soldiers attempt to break out of a prisoner of war compound near Cowra. In the carnage, hundreds are killed, many are recaptured and imprisoned, and some take their own lives rather than suffer the humiliation of ongoing defeat. But one soldier, Hiroshi, determined to avoid either fate, manages to escape… At nearby Erambie Aboriginal mission, Banjo Williams, father of nine an...2019-10-017h 03
Immerse Yourself in Stories Through Sound With Full AudiobookBarbed Wire and Cherry Blossoms Audiobook by Anita HeissListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 626851
Title: Barbed Wire and Cherry Blossoms
Author: Anita Heiss
Narrator: Kathryn Hartman
Format: Unabridged
Length: 07:03:55
Language: English
Release date: 10-01-19
Publisher: Bookwire
Genres: Fiction & Literature, Historical Fiction
Summary:
August, 1944: Over a thousand Japanese soldiers attempt to break out of a prisoner of war compound near Cowra. In the carnage, hundreds are killed, many are recaptured and imprisoned, and some take their own lives rather than suffer the humiliation of ongoing defeat. But one soldier, Hiroshi, determined to avoid either fate, manages to escape At nearby Erambie Aboriginal...2019-10-017h 03Listen to Best Full Audiobooks in Fiction, HistoricalBarbed Wire and Cherry Blossoms by Anita HeissPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/626851to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Barbed Wire and Cherry Blossoms
Author: Anita Heiss
Narrator: Kathryn Hartman
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 7 hours 3 minutes
Release date: October 1, 2019
Genres: Historical
Publisher's Summary:
August, 1944: Over a thousand Japanese soldiers attempt to break out of a prisoner of war compound near Cowra. In the carnage, hundreds are killed, many are recaptured and imprisoned, and some take their own lives rather than suffer the humiliation of ongoing defeat. But one soldier, Hiroshi, determined to avoid either fate, manages to escape… At nearby Erambie Aboriginal mission, Banjo Williams, father of nine an...2019-10-017h 03
Reading WomenEp. 74 | An American Sunrise and Growing Up Aboriginal in AustraliaTo close out our month on Indigenous women writers from around the world, Kendra and Jaclyn chat about this month’s discussion picks.
The sponsor of this episode of Reading Women is TheNewsWorthy. Search for TheNewsWorthy wherever you listen to your podcasts or go to thenewsworthy.com to check it out.
Check out our Patreon page to learn more about our book club and other Patreon-exclusive goodies. Follow along over on Instagram, join the discussion in our Goodreads group, and be sure to subscribe to our newsletter for more new books and extra book reviews!
Things Mentioned“Joy Harjo’s New Po...2019-09-1829 minReading WomenEp. 74 | An American Sunrise and Growing Up Aboriginal in AustraliaTo close out our month on Indigenous women writers from around the world, Kendra and Jaclyn chat about this month’s discussion picks.The sponsor of this episode of Reading Women is TheNewsWorthy. Search for TheNewsWorthy wherever you listen to your podcasts or go to thenewsworthy.com to check it out.Check out our Patreon page to learn more about our book club and other Patreon-exclusive goodies. Follow along over on Instagram, join the discussion in our Goodreads group, and be sure to subscribe to our newsletter for more new books and extra book reviews!...2019-09-1829 min
Yarra Libraries PodcastGrowing Up African in Australia at the Fitzroy Writers FestivalIf you missed out on the first Fitzroy Writers Festival here’s your chance to listen to one of our sold-out sessions.
The Growing Up African in Australia anthology, compiled by award-winning author Maxine Beneba Clarke, brings together an array of stories from African-diaspora Australians. At the Fitzroy Writers Festival Maxine discussed the collection with contributors Faustina Agolley, Santilla Chingaipe, Nyadol Nyuon and Guido Melo.
You can find Growing Up African in Australia, published by Black Inc, at your local branch of Yarra Libraries. This panel was brought to you in partnership with the Ewing Trust and Yarra Youth Services. Th...2019-05-1754 min
Dream For OthersEp #13: Consciousness Raising with Dr Anita HeissIn this episode, Naomi re-shares a segment of a podcast interview she previously had with Australian of the Year finalist and award winning author Dr Anita Heiss where they speak about consciousness raising through writing and Indigenous literature. In this episode, Naomi also announces an event that Busi Women Inc will be running in Yeppoon, QLD with Dr Anita Heiss. Access show notes, links and resources at www.naomiarnold.com/ep-13-consciousness-raising-anita-heiss.2019-04-2525 min
Immerse Yourself in Stories Through Sound With Full AudiobookTiddas Audiobook by Anita HeissListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 626824
Title: Tiddas
Author: Anita Heiss
Narrator: Kathryn Hartman
Format: Unabridged
Length: 09:09:53
Language: English
Release date: 03-01-19
Publisher: Bookwire
Genres: Fiction & Literature, General
Summary:
Five women, best friends for decades, meet once a month to talk about books...and life, love and the jagged bits in between. Dissecting each other's lives seems the most natural thing in the world - and honesty, no matter how brutal, is something they treasure. But each woman harbours a complex secret and one weekend, without warning, everything comes unstuck. Izzy has to...2019-03-019h 09
Stream Popular Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsGrowing up Aboriginal in Australia by Anita HeissPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/349735 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Growing up Aboriginal in Australia Author: Anita Heiss Narrator: Gregory J Fryer, Tamala Shelton, Tony Briggs, Lisa Maza, Shari Sebbens, Hunter Page-Lochard Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 15 minutes Release date: September 20, 2018 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.4 of Total 5 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: What is it like to grow up Aboriginal in Australia? This anthology, compiled by award-winning author Anita Heiss, showcases many diverse voices, experiences and stories in order to answer that question. Accounts from well-known authors and high-profile identities sit alongside those from...2018-09-2003 min
Let Your Ears Embark on a Adventure with Free AudiobookGrowing up Aboriginal in Australia Audiobook by Anita HeissListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 349735
Title: Growing up Aboriginal in Australia
Author: Anita Heiss
Narrator: Gregory J Fryer, Hunter Page-Lochard, Lisa Maza, Shari Sebbens, Tamala Shelton, Tony Briggs
Format: Unabridged
Length: 10:15:00
Language: English
Release date: 09-20-18
Publisher: Wavesound Audiobooks
Genres: Biography & Memoir
Summary:
What is it like to grow up Aboriginal in Australia? This anthology, compiled by award-winning author Anita Heiss, showcases many diverse voices, experiences and stories in order to answer that question. Accounts from well-known authors and high-profile identities sit alongside those from newly discovered writers of all ages. All...2018-09-2010h 15
Speaking with...Speaking with: Author Anita Heiss on Growing Up Aboriginal in AustraliaGrowing Up Aboriginal in Australia is a compilation of 52 essays from First Nations authors, some of whom have never been published before. Rounak Amini/AAPAnita Heiss is one of the most prolific writers documenting Aboriginal experiences in Australia today through non-fiction, historical fiction, poetry and children’s literature. Her memoir, Am I Black Enough for You?, was a finalist in the 2012 Human Rights Awards.
Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia.
Black Inc. Books
For her latest book, Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia, Heiss traded the role of writer for editor. The anthology includes 52 essays from First Nations wr...2018-09-0524 min
The Readings PodcastBonus episode: Anita Heiss on Growing Up Aboriginal In AustraliaCarlton bookseller Marie Matteson chats with Dr Anita Heiss about editing the anthology, Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia.2018-07-1334 min
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 234: Meet Dr Anita Heiss, editor of the anthology 'Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia'.How to give a bad author talk (yes a bad one!). You’ll hear about the Kids & YA Festival (now in its tenth year) and learn about The Business of Writing. Discover your chance to win a copy of ‘Bridge Burning and Other Hobbies’ by Kitty Flanagan. And meet Dr Anita Heiss, editor of the anthology 'Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia'. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.com.au. WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2018-05-231h 03
Dream For OthersEp 24. Dr Anita HeissOne of Australia’s most prolific and well-known authors of Aboriginal literature Dr Anita Heiss discusses how she uses her platform to raise the social consciousness of audiences and contribute to creating social change.2018-04-2550 min
It’s Not a RaceWho gets to tell the story?If stories are the basis for how we understand the world, how important is it to be the driver in the narrative?
In the season two launch of It's Not A Race, Randa Abdel-Fattah and Anita Heiss explain how they're using their talents to claim space in the mainstream for marginalised characters.
And find out how one mother responded when she discovered her child being used as a prop in a stranger's saviour story.
Contact us at notarace@abc.net.au or tweeting #NotARace.2017-11-1600 min
Stand Out LifeEp30 Anita Heiss - Words are powerful, make yours countDr Anita Heiss is an author, poet and satirist - she has written 16 books including her memoir ‘Am I Black Enough for You?’.
She is a Lifetime Ambassador of the Indigenous Literacy Foundation and currently divides her time between writing, public speaking, MCing, managing the Epic Good Foundation and being a 'creative disruptor'.
In this episode we unpack Anita’s creative writing process, how she has dealt with criticism, and why we need to encourage Indigenous communities to continue to share their stories across Australia - in fact why all of our children need to have a platform to share their...2017-10-2446 min
200 Women: The Listening Ground by WestpacEpisode 9 - A single wordCould you think of a single word that you most identify with? The 200 Women project asked amazing women from around the world to do just that. Can you guess what they said? We’ll give you a hint – love, trust, hope and courage. Listen in to hear why.
In this episode, you’ll hear from:
Ronni Kahn, the founder of food rescue organisation OzHarvest.
Vidya Balan, a Bollywood actor and human rights activist.
Eva McGauley, an anti-sexual violence activist. She has been diagnosed with terminal nasopharyngeal carcinoma.
Jessica Gallagher, a vision-impaired Paralypian who was the first Australian to win medals at bot...2017-10-2300 min
200 Women: The Listening Ground by WestpacEpisode 4 - HappinessWhilst we all want to be happy, it turns out that what makes each of us happy is very different. Listen in as women reveal their aspiration to sit around a kitchen table filled with joy, to be creative, to watch others thrive, to find the meaning of life and to help young people among other things.
In this episode, you’ll hear from:
Bec Ordish, Australian-born founder of the Mitrataa Foundation, a not-for-profit education and skills-development organisation, based in Nepal.
Gail Kelly, Westpac’s first female CEO and the only female CEO of a major bank
Tabitha St. Bernard-Jacobs, an e...2017-10-2300 min
Lost the Plot PodcastEpisode 14 - Book AwardsOn Episode 14 of Lost the Plot we have Kim Morton chatting to us about in the ins and outs of prestigious book awards and where children's fiction is heading.
Show Notes:
Tinted Edges
http://tintededges.wordpress.com
Seeking Tumnus YA Fiction Podcast
http://seekingtumnus.com/
World Builders
https://worldbuilders.org/page/fundraising
The Great Book Swap - Indigenous Literacy Foundation
http://www.greatbookswap.org.au/
Blemish Books
http://blemishbooks.com.au/news/index.shtml
http://blemishbooks.com.au/pulpture/index.shtml?platform=hootsuite
Hugo Award Finalists
http://www.worldcon.fi/wsfs/hugo-finalists/
Sad Puppies
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sad...2017-05-2100 min
Short Films Teachers LoveS1 Ep21 - Leadership, Indigenous culture and identity - Michelle EvansGuest: Michelle Evans is the Assoc. Prof. in Leadership at Charles Sturt University, NSW. As the Founding Head of the VCA Wilin Centre for Indigenous Arts & Cultural Development, a 2013 Fullbright Scholar… the list goes on… Michelle knows a thing or two about leadership! Watch this show on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CkLX9IIwbKg or subscribe on iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/short-films-teachers-love/id1086360297
Links to short films loved:
Darlene Johnson: Two Bob Mermaid | http://aso.gov.au/titles/shorts/two-bob-mermaid - Purchase as DVD here: http://shop.nfsa.gov.au/product_info.php?products_id=3792
Talk 1 - Sonia Ospi...2016-12-1900 min
UnladylikePodcastOn labels: Anita Heiss and Jessica WaltonLabels? Why do we have them? We talk to two authors about the labels they choose for themselves, their characters and their place within the industry, as well as those that they reject.
Join Anita Heiss and Jessica Walton as they discuss labels, identity and writing.2016-11-1459 min
Lost the Plot PodcastEpisode 6 - Book ShopsJoin us at Lost the Plot for all things book.
This week we talk book philanthropy, book persecution and book shops with a special guest!
Links:
ACT Children's Book Council Christmas Book Appeal
http://cbcaact.org.au/book-appeal/
Indigenous Literacy Day Great Book Swap
http://www.greatbookswap.org.au/
Love2Read Reading Hour
http://www.readinghour.org.au/
Sydney Story Factory Pen to Paper Challenge
http://www.sydneystoryfactory.org.au/pen-to-paper-challenge/
You can support my pledge to make some zines here:
https://give.everydayhero.com/au/angharad-1#/?_k=x7wd87
Books on the Rail
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016...2016-09-0600 min
Sports Show BayFMAnita Heiss 14 May - ILF FundraiserAnita Heiss talks Epic Good Foundation/ Indigenous Literacy Fund fundraiser with Carol on the BayFM Sports Showhttp://www.indigenousliteracyfoundation.org.au2016-05-1609 min