Book Launch with Kathleen O’Reilly Johnston
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Kathleen O’Reilly Johnston is an author who writes with insight gained from holding space for the vulnerable. Her prose reminds us of the reasons we are drawn to story: to connect, to learn, to experience and to hope.
Join us at Vincent Library to celebrate the release of Kathleen's debut novel, Johno. Kathleen will discuss her writing process, influences and journey to publishing and answer audience questions. Join us to chat all things books and writing over wine and cheese.
Johno is based on a true child migration story. The narrative follows the life of a boy deported from Scotland to Australia at the tender age of seven. It is a story of betrayal, abuse of power and war. It is also a powerful story of resilience, of overcoming and reckoning with the past. The work has been described as a moving, and profound account of human resilience.
Books will be available for purchase on the evening, courtesy of Boundless Books
You can pre-order Johno from Hawkeye Publishing
About Johno
In the aftermath of the Second World War, a seven-year-old boy should be walking to school in Scotland. Instead, he’s deported to Australia.
Trapped in a world of anger and violence, Johno hopes to find a policeman who will help, but life has other plans.
After years of denial by governments and cover-up by institutions, Johno slowly unravels the lies and deceit of his childhood.
A true and compelling child migrant story taking place over eight decades. Set against the backdrop of a brutal institution, an isolated farm, the Vietnam War, a chance of love with a hippie and a fight for justice.
Exploitation, war, cruelty and incredible kindness. A celebration of human endurance, Johno is ultimately a story of hope in humanity that will stay with you long after you’ve turned the last page.
Join us at Vincent Library to celebrate the release of Kathleen's debut novel, Johno. Kathleen will discuss her writing process, influences and journey to publishing and answer audience questions. Join us to chat all things books and writing over wine and cheese.
Johno is based on a true child migration story. The narrative follows the life of a boy deported from Scotland to Australia at the tender age of seven. It is a story of betrayal, abuse of power and war. It is also a powerful story of resilience, of overcoming and reckoning with the past. The work has been described as a moving, and profound account of human resilience.
Books will be available for purchase on the evening, courtesy of Boundless Books
You can pre-order Johno from Hawkeye Publishing
About Johno
In the aftermath of the Second World War, a seven-year-old boy should be walking to school in Scotland. Instead, he’s deported to Australia.
Trapped in a world of anger and violence, Johno hopes to find a policeman who will help, but life has other plans.
After years of denial by governments and cover-up by institutions, Johno slowly unravels the lies and deceit of his childhood.
A true and compelling child migrant story taking place over eight decades. Set against the backdrop of a brutal institution, an isolated farm, the Vietnam War, a chance of love with a hippie and a fight for justice.
Exploitation, war, cruelty and incredible kindness. A celebration of human endurance, Johno is ultimately a story of hope in humanity that will stay with you long after you’ve turned the last page.
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99 Loftus St, Leederville WA 6007, Australia, 99 Loftus St, Leederville WA 6007, Australia, Perth
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