Brisbane Book Launches: Amy Barker’s Omega Park at Avid Reader, 6.30 pm Thu Sep 3
Brisbane author Amy Barker is having her new book, Omega Park, launched at Avid Reader bookshop, 193 Boundary St, West End, this Thursday, September 3 2009, at 6.30pm (be there at 6pm). Click here for a map showing where Avid Reader is.
Omega Park is about two boys, Dingo and Jacob, growing up in a housing commission estate near Queensland’s Gold Coast, and trying to deal with the horrible life they have there.
The book will be launched by Chris Nyst, the former criminal lawyer who wrote “Gettin’ Square“, the crime/comedy film set on the Gold Coast. The YouTube clip below shows a scene from “Gettin’ Square”, featuring David Wenham.
The book launch is free but you have to book – you can call 07 3846 3422 or email books@avidreader.com.au to book. The launch starts at 6.30pm sharp, doors open at 6pm so if you’re going, please be there around 6.