Comprising stories from other volumes as well as never-before-published tales, this collection of short stories mixes wit with warmth. Anderson's rich characters are set against a range of locations and time periods, from New Zealand's country farms of the mid-20th century to contemporary hair salons and everything in between.

Twenty-nine years after it was published, VUP are proud to re-issue Barbara Anderson's first novel. It's a new term at the girl's high school and in the staffroom and classes life is beginning again. For Carmen, Sooze, Margot and the rest of Barbara Anderson's wonderfully memorable characters, it's a time to reflect on the often hilariously conflicting demands of lovers, supervisors, friends and enemies. Here is a novel whose razor-sharp dialogue, wit and compassion reveal a writer of prodigious gifts. `If Jane Austen had been able to read Virginia Woolf, she would have gone on to write something like Girls High ... A moving story of how people mature, it's a joy to read.' - The Daily Mail `She has a gift for shrewd observation, acerbic comment and clever comedy which moves easily from near slapstick to subtle wit.' - David Eggleton, Otago Daily Times `The prose of Barbara Anderson prods, darts, dazzles on the page. Girls High, her first novel, is thrilling to read.' - Mary Varnham, New Zealand Listener

Ragamuffin A Fairy Tale is a story about a teenager faced with the disappearance of her parents, finds happiness with a wealthy child, Natalie Lamast. Ragamuffin, homeless, meets Natalie, who falls in love with her. Natalie and her parents take Ragamuffin home to their mansion where she repays Natalie's kindness with a gift to Natalie which proves to be priceless; her toys become magical. A beautiful classic fairy tale with songs designed to enchant the children.

Georgette, receives a ring at Christmas which proves to be the most valuable gift that she could ever receive; takes her on a magical adventure with Brent, her brother, Taidi her teddy bear and Bissie her dog.

Aigion and Deek are two Gods sent from Urck to the Enchanted Forest on a quest. Aigion is captured by Xecorpdious and Deek by a witch and her creatures in the forest Aigion; a superb spellbinding plot that will take you on a magical journey

Aigion, the Fairy Tale Books III-IV is destined to be a favorite with children, teenagers and adults. Aigion and Deek are two Gods sent from Urck to the Enchanted Forest on a quest. Aigion is captured by Xecorpidious and Deek by a witch and her creatures in the forest. Aigion, a superb spellbinding plot that will take you on a magical journey.

Madden of Musketry is the first book in a series for children. The children will love the antics of Madden as they visit with him in his Fairy Tale Land of Inflorenscence. It is a magical land where the children go to escape for fun and activities with Madden. 8.5 x 11 Glossy Pages Color Book

Rainbow the Clown is a story book for young children. With beautiful colorful images, this book will provide the children with a wonderful, entertaining story that will delight its readers with a visit to Rainbow by Madden of Musketry.

Madden of Musketry is the first book in a series for children. The children will love the antics of Madden as they visit with him in his Fairy Tale Land of Inflorenscence. It is a magical land where the children go to escape for fun and activities with Madden.

Barbara Anderson Poems Book III a wonderful collection of poems combined with beautiful images for the children.

Barbara Andersons Poems, Book II, a wonderful continuation of poems for the children.

Abijah's Fairy Tale is a story about a young girl whose wishes, dreams and aspirations for the future is for unconditional love. Abijah is a black South African girl who questions the political upheavals of Africa's past. A tale that fulfills the ideas of Abijah and her readers with magic, myth and fantasy. A story written for children of all ages and all races who wish to have a light-hearted approach to the politics of Africa.

Doozy Coal brought up in New York lives with his family in an apartment building that houses low to moderate income families. Unsure of what career to take he ends up taking tap and jaz classes and finds out that he is very good. He takes dancing classes but leaves because of the need to bring in extra income for the family so he works part-time for Dexter's Restaurant which begins his musical and dancing career as well as other dancers.