
COOKIE JAR
Short stories by Megan Hills
A wheelchair-bound artist is preyed on by a stalker; a young taxi driver breaks the law daily for mysterious reasons; a glass artist’s marriage is at breaking point; a journalist invests in a business destroying the relationships of everyone he loves; an artist discovers she is trapped in an impossible contract which could ruin her career. These are only a few of Cookie stories to devour.
Make yourself a cuppa and settle into this collection of short stories taking you through challenges of life, love and art in Australia—ending with a big, delicious bite of New York City.
“Cookie Jar is true to its name. Each story has something to chew on but still makes for delicious consumption. As an artist, I particularly enjoyed the stories based in the art world. Megan really understands the struggles of artists and the demands of the industry.” – Nina Battley
“Cookie Jar’s contemporary short stories make the perfect holiday read – or in amongst life’s daily demands. Megan’s celebration of Australian culture is a highly enjoyable one. I also like how the last story takes you through New York’s pacy streets with a nail-biting plot. Highly recommend.” – Kate Gilbert
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PAVLOVA RISING
A novel by Megan Hills
It was a sure thing. Flying from Sydney to London on the wings of a fine art student junket (scholarship). But Anna’s carefully devised escape plan is torn to shreds. The shredder? Englishman Dr Perry, Anna’s new art thesis supervisor. Perry is an expert on art theft. And he is fixated on four suspected fake Aboriginal paintings. To solve the mystery, Perry drags Anna out of her discomfort zone to one completely foreign: her own country.
Are the paintings fake? Is art gallery director Noah Webster involved? Why is Pavlova Australia’s national dessert when it’s actually from somewhere else?
Enjoy this art mystery that will have you salivating from the start.
“Loved Pavlova Rising! Fun, well-written and a great immersion into the Australian art world” – Alex Wegner
“I really enjoyed Pavlova Rising. Funny, meaningful and focused on important issues. All at the same time.” – Eleanor Shakiba
STOCKISTS IN NEWCASTLE (NSW, AUSTRALIA)
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3 Elizabeth St, Tighes Hill NSW 2297
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2/9 George Rd, Salamander Bay NSW 2317
