The narrative explores the unsettling realization parents face when they discover their child is in trouble, often too late. It highlights the signs of distress that may go unnoticed until shocking evidence, like drug paraphernalia or inappropriate notes, surfaces. The book delves into the challenges of parental awareness and the importance of communication in understanding and addressing a child's struggles.
A play about resistance and dignity in the face of global exploitation. Winner of Theatre Uncut's Political Playwriting Award.
Six short plays exploring estrangement and loneliness, moving towards redemption and hope. First performed and livestreamed from the Orange Tree Theatre, Richmond, in 2021.
Seventeen-year-old Asha is an emphatic rebel, unafraid of pointing out the hypocrisy around her but less sure how to actually dismantle it. Her younger sister, Bettina, wide-eyed and naïve, is just trying to get through the school day without getting her pocket money nicked. Between essays, homework and bus journeys home the two sisters meet outside the school gates each afternoon, smarting at the injustice of the world around them. Bouncing with wit, Sonali Bhattacharyya’s mesmerizing play Two Billion Beats is an insightful, moving and tremendously funny coming-of-age story about the unfairness of growing up in a world where you don't make the rules. It premiered at the Orange Tree Theatre, Richmond, in February 2022. An earlier version of the play was performed as part of the Orange Tree's Inside/Outside season, livestreamed in 2021.
This book offers practical advice to improve the challenging relationships between parents and teenagers, providing strategies to foster understanding and communication.
The narrative explores eight transformative Christmases in Joe White's life, each imbued with valuable lessons that shaped his perspective. Through these heartfelt stories, he reflects on the evolution of Christmas from a child's magical experience to an adult's appreciation of its deeper meaning. The book aims to resonate with readers by highlighting the enduring significance of the season, encouraging them to find their own moments of wonder and insight.
The memoir reflects on a life spanning ninety-three years, highlighting the author's journey from a farm upbringing during the Great Depression to a successful career in governmental service, culminating in a high-ranking position at the National Rifle Association. It emphasizes the role of good luck, hard work, and personal skills, such as marksmanship and aviation experience from World War II, in shaping his accomplishments. The narrative weaves together themes of resilience, opportunity, and the impact of early life experiences on later success.
Set in the picturesque hills of East Tennessee, the novel spans over forty years, beginning with Brian's high school graduation in 1955. It explores the lives of Brian and Rita Taylor, their three children, and the complexities of family dynamics and romance. The story intertwines Becky’s college experiences, including her tumultuous relationship with her roommate Hazel and the predatory behavior of her English professor. Maureen Kelley, Becky's cousin, adds another layer of romance, particularly with a charismatic college basketball star.
A riotous stage comedy about sisterhood, freedom of speech, and dissent in the face of institutionalised Islamophobia.