Monica McInerney

An entertaining and touching story of the perils and pleasures of love, friendship and family, from one of Australia's most-loved authors. When the Templeton family from England takes up residence in a stately home in country Australia, they set the locals talking—and with good reason. From the outside, the seven Templetons seem so unusual, peculiar even. No one is more...

The heartwarming new novel by Australia's #1 bestselling author. The highly anticipated new family drama from one of Australia's most beloved authors. Eliza Miller grew up in Australia as the only daughter of a troubled young mother, but with the constant support of two watchful godmothers, Olivia and Maxie. Despite her tricky childhood, she always felt loved and secure. Until,...

The long-awaited and highly anticipated new novel from one of Australia's most beloved bestselling authors. 'I always thought memories were unchangeable. Set in stone, shaped by the years. But there are always others too, ones you haven't let yourself remember . . . ' The wilful and eccentric Lola Quinlan is off on the trip of a lifetime, taking her...

A warm, funny novel about following your heart and pursuing your dreams, from one of Australia's most-loved authors. Maura Carmody's off on the trip of a lifetime. A talented chef, she's travelling around Ireland for a month to promote Australian food and wine. She's expecting a straightforward business trip. But what she gets is a whirlwind of mishaps, misunderstandings, rivals...

A warm, funny novel about taking control and letting go from one of Australia's most-loved authors. Spin the Bottle tells the story of Lainey Byrne, a woman in control, juggling a hectic job, her boyfriend Adam, and a family with more than its fair share of dramas. Things go into a spin when she is wrenched from her life in...

A heartwarming story of love, adventure and mystery, from one of Australia's most-loved authors. Tour guide Harriet Turner knows all about journeys. She's arranged hundreds of them for her family's travel agency. But when her work colleague and foster sister Lara disappears on the eve of a big overseas trip, Harriet finds herself in uncharted territory. Left in charge of...

For more than thirty years, Angela Gillespie has sent friends and family around the world an end-of-year letter titled Hello from the Gillespies. It's always been cheery and full of good news. This year, Angela surprises herself - she tells the truth... From the bestselling author of The House of Memories comes a funny and heartfelt novel about miscommunication and...

A rich and complex story full of warmth, humour and unforgettable women, from one of Australia's most-loved authors. As a child, Maggie Faraday grew up in a lively, unconventional household in Tasmania, with her young mother, four very different aunts and eccentric grandfather. With her mother often away, all four aunts took turns looking after her - until, just weeks...

An exquisitely moving family story about forgiveness and learning to love again, from one of Australia's most-loved authors. Sometimes the hardest lessons to learn are those that matter most. Following a family tragedy, Ella O'Hanlon flees home in an attempt to escape her grief, leaving behind the two people she blames for her loss—Aidan, the love of her life, and...

Upside Down Inside Out is a novel about love, adventure, honesty, and discovery from one of Australia's most-loved authors. Ever been tempted to pretend you were someone exotic, someone adventurous… someone different? Set in Ireland, England, and Australia, this is the funny and heartwarming story of two people whose lives are about to turn upside down and inside out. Eva...

Anna, Bett, and Carrie were childhood singing stars - the Alphabet Sisters. As adults, they haven't spoken for years. Not since Bett's fiancé left her for another sister. Now, Lola, their larger-than-life grandmother, summons them home for a birthday extravaganza and a surprise announcement. But just as the rifts begin to close, the Alphabet Sisters face a test none of...

This heartwarming story by award-winning and bestselling author Monica McInerney will delight readers young and old. Marcie Gill and the Caravan Park Cat follows Marcie Gill, who hasn't had a great start to the Christmas holidays. Her parents aren't talking to each other, and the family business—the Snorkel Bay Caravan Park—is in financial trouble. Her younger brother will only talk...

A funny and heartfelt novel about miscommunication and mayhem in a family like no other, from one of Australia's most-loved authors. For more than thirty years, Angela Gillespie has sent friends and family around the world an end-of-year letter titled Hello from the Gillespies. It's always been cheery and full of good news. This year, Angela surprises herself—she tells the...

At the Valley View Motel in South Australia's picturesque Clare Valley, 84-year-old Lola Quinlan is up to her usual mischief. She's sent her family away for Christmas and invited a number of mystery guests to come and stay. But who are all these people, and why aren't they spending the festive season with their own loved ones? As the big...

A heartwarming collection of short stories brimming with colour, warmth, and humour, from one of Australia's best-loved authors. A group of friends on an unconventional diet learn some important life lessons, a fashion-challenged grandmother weaves some magic in a dusty charity shop, a grieving young mother takes a healing journey, and a shy woman from a family of high-achievers learns...

A funny, sad and moving novel about memories and moments and the very meaning of life. At the Valley View Motel in South Australia's picturesque Clare Valley, 84-year-old Lola Quinlan is up to her usual mischief. She's sent her family away for Christmas and invited a number of mystery guests to come and stay. But who are all these people,...

A witty, wise family saga from the bestselling author of The Godmothers. Anna, Bett and Carrie were childhood singing stars - the Alphabet Sisters. As adults they haven't spoken for years. Not since Bett's fiancé left her for another sister... Now Lola, their larger-than-life grandmother, summons them home for a birthday extravaganza and a surprise announcement. But just as the...

The heartwarming new novel by one of Australia's most beloved authors. Eliza Miller grew up in Australia as the only daughter of a troubled young mother, but with the constant support of two watchful godmothers, Olivia and Maxie. Despite her tricky childhood, she always felt loved and secure. Until, just before her eighteenth birthday, a tragic event changed her life....

The heartwarming new novel by one of Australia's most beloved authors. 'I always thought memories were unchangeable. Set in stone, shaped by the years. But there are always others too, ones you haven't let yourself remember . . . ' The wilful and eccentric Lola Quinlan is off on the trip of a lifetime, taking her beloved granddaughter and great-granddaughter...

The eagerly awaited new novel by beloved Australian author Monica McInerney. Lola Quinlan is eighty-six. If her time on earth is running out, she's not leaving quietly. Against the wishes of her family in South Australia, she's flying alone to Melbourne for a week. They think she's in search of distraction and entertainment. The truth is, she's looking for a...