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Title	Themes
Hope	After losing both teenage sons in a car accident, Hope found her way through an incomprehensible loss to establish a support group for others and to lead the way in driver education for teenagers. A story of the strength of humanity.
Being an ASDian Person	Rising from diagnosis to mentor, Being an ASDian person finally demystifies Autism and the social confusion and prejudice surrounding the neurological disorder.
Young & Trans	Young & Trans successfully challenged convention and stereotypes to become a confident young man and father. An intimate account of a life lived in the wrong body.
Activist	Driven by a passionate need to bring about social and environmental change, Activist details a life of a peaceful protester and an unfailing dedication to justice, culminating in election as a local Councillor.
Moving On	Moving On is a story about just that. After immigrating to Australia in the 1960s marrying young to a man who became an alcoholic and developing a hearing impairment, this Living Book encapsulates what it means to really move on.
Success at 63!	Success at 63 proves it’s never too late. Be it university, living in a third world country, succeeding in business or dedication to community - fear and age is no barrier for this dynamic storyteller!
Argentina & Canasta	Leaving Argentina for a new life in Australia is easier said than done! Argentina & Canasta maintained the home connection by keeping her culture of dancing and canasta alive in Australia and working with other immigrants and refugees.
Loving Local History	For those who love local history, this Living Book is for you! Having lived Maitland’s history since 1945, Loving Local History regales with stories of the floods,droughts and other memorable events in post-war Maitland.
An Accidental Life	Settling in California after travelling the world was a new journey for An Accidental Life. Soon after she would be the owner of a private zoo, neighbour to some of the world's greatest stars and coping with sudden blindness.
Stolen	Stolen is the heart-wrenching personal story of life as a child of The Stolen Generations. It is a story of healing through meeting her birth mother and her mob, of reconciling the hurt through writing and faith.
Smiling  & Giving	Near death from childhood asthma and overcoming depression are just some of the hurdles that have motivated the finding of joy in this warm Living Book. Smiling & Giving is now dedicated to fostering children and the beauty of nature.
Hogwarts is Heritage ?	Raised in a public British boarding school, something Destiny Select describes as akin to life at Hogwarts, this unique Living Book reminds us that we are never too old to achieve success!
An Australian Story	After growing up on a country property with migrant and Aboriginal camps, droughts and floods, moving to the big smoke sounded appealing. An Australian story, however, reveals the hidden sacrifices needed to adjust to city life.
Anyone Can	This is a story about an alcoholic father, living with agoraphobia, dealing with a daughter’s teenage pregnancy, accepting a brothers homosexuality and death from AIDS. It is a story with a message - Anyone can.
The Bloody New Australian	Motivated by life in occupied territory in WW2, the courageous Bloody New Australian left her family and friends for a new life in a new country with a new husband. This is the true story of that momentous decision and its aftermath.
The Other Side Of The Story	Being a child during the Great Depression taught this Living Book that hard times can still be good times. After settling in Newcastle, The Other Side Of The Story taught at Greta Migrant Camp and spent years travelling to exotic destinations.
Military Man	Ever wondered what life would be like in Military Intelligence? Take an inside look at life as a senior intelligence officer in the military, military history and tales of world travel.
Getting Out & Getting On With It	Getting Out & Getting On With It proves that single parent families living in poverty can still nurture inspirational leaders. Through strong family support, this story reminds us that lack of money is no barrier to the successful pursuit of dreams.
Suicide & Cults	A story of triumph over tragedy. After living under the doctrine of her husbands cult and finding the courage to flee with her children, life was good for Suicide & Cults until her son returned to the cult years later and committed suicide.
Courage Will Conquer	Despite living with multiple sclerosis for 35 years, Courage Will Conquer has learnt how to embrace life, pursue dreams and be actively involved in helping others cope with what some may consider a debilitating illness.
Gay, Out & Proud	Gay, Out & Proud reveals the personal journey of being openly gay in a regional town, supporting people with HIV and living with a person with mental illness. A true story of courage and compassion.
Overcoming Depression	Losing a child and overcoming depression are just a few of the life experiences that have transformed this Living Book into an assertive, confident woman in her 70s who has harnessed the power of heartfelt communication and self esteem.
Living through the Great Depression	Living in Sydney during the Great Depression, teaching and cricket are just a few of the stories this Living Book has to tell! Be transported back in time.
Same Sex Married Couple	Love, marriage and children provided a strong foundation and powerful motivation for successfully challenging existing laws for same sex couples. Same Sex Married Couple is a powerful story of change and justice.
Child Evacuee	Child Evacuee is a life story that covers being evacuated as a child during World War 2, being a member of the British Special Police, living without sight and with a guide dog. A beautiful story that will touch your heart.
Deciding Our Destiny	Losing a leg may be an insurmountable obstacle for some, but not for Deciding Our Destiny. A unique and touching story of surviving and surpassing obstacles to become a para-Olympian and role model for others.
The Thin Blue Line	Being a police officer carries with it stories and experiences fit for a 5 volume series! The Thin Blue Line offers a personal account of the good, the bad and the ugly side of law enforcement in Maitland over the last 25 years.
Survivor	As a long-term survivor of the human immunodeficiency virus HIV, Survivor generously offers a rare and poignant insight into living with the virus, losing loved ones and caring for a terminal partner.
Life's Good	Master pen craftsman, navy engineer, English football referee and publican! A Living Book with tales spanning 50 years and many continents.
Seachange	Seachange traded in a high-flying corporate career in Sydney to be  a publican of a country pub. This Living Book is a must for all those considering their own seachange.