A selected anthology of poetry including Snail Cooked In Coffee, Beast and The Trolley. The latter earned 3rd place at the 2006 Warwick Words Poet Laureate Competition. This anthology contains 18 poems personally selected by the author.

When the paths of a runaway teenage boy, an old hobo, and a rich girl intersect in an abandoned train yard, each carries their own personal baggage. Over early mornings, long walks, and cheap coffee they discover, no matter how big or small, it's the simple gifts in life that really make a difference. A life-affirming look at humanity, generosity and love, this is a special reissue of a bestselling and award-winning Australian classic that includes up-to-date teacher's notes.