Fiction books
Rushton Roulette
An upbeat and heartening novel about living life in the face of increasing age
“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 stand-alone novel is for you.
Fiction. Literary fiction.
Paperback 978-0-9922491-9-9 260 pages
E-book for Kindle - 978-1-99-117310-2
via Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BDCH32F8/
Print copies available at New Zealand bookshops, or order via library providers
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B.R.A.G. Medallion Honoree
These Islands Here - Short Stories of the South Pacific
Literary-fiction inspired by life in the South Pacific. These 32 tales are based on events and conditions in Aotearoa-New Zealand – aka Land of the Long White Cloud, Down Under, Kiwiland – and other islands of Polynesia. Together they present the varied facets of living in these islands – pleasure, pain, calamity, comedy, fun, misfortune, loss, triumph – indeed, as in any part of the world, of being human. Most have been published previously, appearing in magazines including NZ Listener, Takahe, Eve, Thursday, and some newspapers; four have been included in anthologies; and others broadcast on radio. Several have won short story competitions. Fiction. Literary fiction. Short stories. Paperback 978-0-9922491-7-5 254 pages E-book for Kindle - 978-0-9922491-6-8 via Amazon https://bit.ly/2ZNz4ac or https://amzn.to/2E89e90 Print copies available at some New Zealand bookshops, or enquire at [email protected], or www.wheelers.co.nz International via bit.ly/2ZNz4ac or https://www.amazon.com/dp/0992249171 Barnes & Noble www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1130105045 or enquire at [email protected] Audiobook multiple outlets - look for it where you buy yours |
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Backwards Into the Future Everyone knows you can’t go back. Everyone except Mary apparently, because here she is – back in her old hometown. That’s because of two women – Kui and Ana. One of them is pushing her, the other is holding back, and between the two there’s much to be resolved. The plum tree and the manuka have gone, but a lemon tree thrives. The mystery of the Marakihau may never be solved; but if Ana returns, their friendship and some things from the past can be recovered. Can’t they? “I love Every Five Minutes from the same Author, and am delighted to find this book shows her beautiful writing just as well. The characters are very real and there’s a similar delicate touch to the prose. Bronwyn Elsmore has a real gift for saying just enough without too much. Backwards Into the Future is a novel with the feel of a memoir about it – I find the combination very appealing.” – J.M. – Fiction. Novel. Literary fiction. New Zealand, cultural heritage, Maori-Pakeha, friendship, women, historical late 20th century, mystery Paperback 978-0-9922491-4-4 210 x 140mm 310 pages E-book for Kindle - via Amazon hyperurl.co/e4yqg1 Print copies available at some New Zealand bookshops, or enquire at [email protected], or www.wheelers.co.nz International via https://www.amazon.com/dp/0992249147 B.R.A.G. Medallion Honoree
Every Five Minutes
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. From reviews: "EVERY FIVE MINUTES by Bronwyn Elsmore is a B.R.A.G. Medallion Honoree. This tells a reader that this book is well worth their time and money!" http://amzn.to/1IgwUkh "A very compelling story, told in 5 minute 'bites' through the thoughts and reflections of central character Gina... It is a very human story of a woman trying to make sense of her future by reflecting on the near past. I found it moving, gentle and bittersweet. It made me reflect on the value of the relationships I hold dear in my life.” "A five star read! Every Five Minutes by Bronwyn Elsmore is a love story, but not a 'Romance', thank goodness. It is a book to read right before bedtime so you can go off to sleep with positive ideas of what a love, a relationship, a marriage should be like, a book to influence your dreams along the same lines...I hated the story to end. Read it and you'll see. It's a lovely, lovely book." To view a video about this book - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SdANftkVKr0 E-BOOK for kindle - via Amazon hyperurl.co/t31r4n Print copies available at some New Zealand bookshops, or enquire at [email protected], or www.wheelers.co.nz www.amazon.com USA: Barnes & Noble Audiobook multiple outlets - look for it where you buy yours |
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Seventeen Seas
One ship, a handful of Kiwis, a few more Australians, and sixteen hundred Brits. Seventeen Seas tells their stories as they travel through ten countries, fifteen ports, over forty-six days.
Were you on this cruise? Even if you weren’t on this one if you’ve been on any cruise ship in recent years you’ll recognize these situations, and characters onboard. Seventeen Seas is a novel-length work of creative non-fiction that tells stories of a recent journey around half the world by cruise ship. From reviews: “Readers who have been on a cruise liner will recognize and laugh at the carefully drawn characters and comic situations...” "The antics of the aptly named passengers are described with wit in an easy to read style. I am sure everyone will see portrayed someone they know or have met. A great travel book.” “I have recommended the book both to my friends who cruise as well as people who have never cruised and would like to. This book gives a realistic view of what cruising is like in a fun and fictionalized manner.” “It is really quite a fun and enjoyable read, and one I'll keep on my Kindle and read again sometime.” "…a story full of sly humour, subtle references, shrewd observations and fascinating detail…This “creative non-fiction” work is a documentary that entertains, a geography lesson that inspires, and a history lesson that educates.” Print copies available at some New Zealand bookshops, or enquire at [email protected], or www.wheelers.co.nz To view a video about this book: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GD8SNpcx2lc E-BOOK for kindle - via Amazon hyperurl.co/p5c30j PRINT COPIES Available in some New Zealand bookshops, including Unity Books, Auckland; Maritime Meseum, Auckland; Books-a-Plenty, Tauranga; Writers Plot Readers Read, Upper Hutt Or order through - www.amazon.com USA: Barnes & Noble or enquire at [email protected] |
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Out of print
- The Cats of Dipping Dell, Golden Press, Sydney, 1979
Short Stories –
More than 30 of Bronwyn’s short stories have been published and/or broadcast in various publications including: (magazines) Eve, Thursday, Takahe, NZ Woman’s Weekly, Listener; various newspapers and several anthologies, as well as via Radio New Zealand.
Writing Awards and Prizes –
Among the many awards and prizes won by Bronwyn are –
Keith Henderson Award for Short Story, International Writers Workshop short story competition, Franklin Writers short story competition, Christine Cole Catley Short Story Award. In addition: several other smaller awards, placings.
