Monthly Archives: September 2018

The Imaginary Lives of James Pōneke by Tina Makereti – 2018

Posted on September 22, 2018 by alysonebaker

“Wanderer, freak, sailor, philosopher, Native boy in English costume, English boy in native costume. Exhibitionist, lover, clown, Maori boy, Man of the world.” – Hemi (James) Pōneke is recuperating in a house in Victorian London – and recording his story … Continue reading →

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Death Actually by Rosy Fenwicke – 2018

Posted on September 20, 2018 by alysonebaker

Maggie Potter is an independent funeral director in picturesque tourist village Queenstown.  Her life is not what she had dreamed for herself, but she does have her son, her recently-returned-from-the-UK daughter, and her firm circle of female friends.  But when … Continue reading →

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