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Mark Greenwood

    Midnight: A True Story of Loyalty in World War I
    Lasseter's Gold
    The Donkey of Gallipoli
    Diamond Jack
    Big Yes Little Yes Healthy Maybe
    Boomerang and Bat
    • 2021
    • 2021
    • 2021
    • 2018

      Lasseter's Gold

      • 96 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Set in 1929, the story follows Howard Lasseter, who believes he has discovered a vast gold reef in Central Australia. His quest to relocate the treasure leads him to bury maps and secret messages during his desert journey, safeguarding its location. Ultimately, he takes the knowledge of the reef's whereabouts to his grave, leaving behind a tantalizing mystery that intertwines adventure and the allure of hidden wealth.

      Lasseter's Gold
    • 2018

      A young boy in Trinidad discovers his talent for creating music using discarded metal tins, showcasing his creativity and passion for drumming. His journey leads him to enter and ultimately win the Carnival band competition, highlighting themes of perseverance and the joy of music. This inspiring tale is ideal for aspiring young drummers, emphasizing the power of resourcefulness and the celebration of culture through rhythm.

      Drummer Boy of John John
    • 2017

      Diamond Jack

      • 96 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of World War II, the story unfolds with a daring midnight escape to Australia as refugees board an aircraft. Just before departure, the pilot receives a mysterious wax-sealed package. After the plane is shot down and crashes on the Kimberley coast, the package is left behind, only to be rediscovered later by an unsuspecting individual, leading to an unexpected adventure. The narrative weaves themes of survival, mystery, and the impact of war on lives.

      Diamond Jack