Author(s): Helen Brown

Non-Fiction

From the Heart is a collection of recent columns by popular writer Helen Brown. Since moving to Melbourne a few years ago, Helen Brown has continued to be syndicated in various newspapers throughout New Zealand, and she also has a regular column in Next magazine. The columns have been specially selected for this book, and together form an enthralling narrative that tells the story of Helen Brown's life in Australia so far. From the Heart includes Helen's first impressions of Australia, the death of her mother, the major illness and surgery of her son Rob, and a variety of life events from family separation and dealing with adolescence, to a trip to Sydney, a burglary and finding a new home. Helen Brown's writing has always touched people at an emotional level, and this book is no exception. Always witty and perceptive, Helen Brown's new collection is certain to delight her thousands of regular readers and will also provide an introduction to those who haven't yet had the pleasure. Helen Brown has had long experience as a journalist, leader writer, columnist and feature writer for the Dominion, the Auckland Star, the Sunday Star-Times and other newspapers. She has also written current affairs for radio and soap operas for television. Her previous books include Don't Let Me Put You Off (1981), Confessions of a Bride Doll (1983), Tomorrow When It's Summer (1987), Clouds of Happiness (1988), Guide to Modern Manners (1991), Fresh Starts and Finishing Lines (1996) and In Deep (1996). She is currently a columnist for six New Zealand newspapers, Next magazine, and Vive magazine in Australia.