Welcome to Echo’s very first newsletter. What better occasion to do so than for Mother's Day. As we celebrate this special day honouring the incredible women who shape our lives, we're excited to introduce you to a handpicked selection of books that beautifully capture the essence of motherhood.
Whether you're searching for the perfect gift for your mum, looking to explore stories that resonate with your own experiences or simply eager to dive into captivating reads, we have the book for you!
Mother’s Day reads
We have copies of each title available for review. If you are a reviewer, please click the link below to send us an email and request the books that interest you. These will be sent out on a first come first serve basis and to Australian and New Zealand residents only.
Free
A feminist colonial story from one of Australia’s most well-known writers
Meg Keneally
Last Chance in Paris
A make-or-break trip to Paris. Poignant and life-affirming, from Irish newcomer
Lynda Marron
The Mistress of Dara Island
A novel of mystery and intrigue from far north Queensland
Averil Kenny
A story about relationships and resilience after the Lismore flood disaster by debut novelist
Annika Johansson
Downstream
An honest, hilarious novel about what it means to juggle motherhood and career from UK author
Kathleen Whyman
Would You Ask My Husband That?
The compelling story of the enigmatic young woman immortalised in one of Australia’s most well-known paintings
Katrina Kell
Chloé
And that's not all! To spread the love this Mother's Day, we are giving away the ultimate book bundle. In addition to 6 books, winners will also receive Mother’s Day bookmarks decorated with a bunch of flowers!
For a chance to win, click the photo below and like and leave a comment on our Instagram post, telling us who your favourite literary mum is and why.
Giveaway T&Cs
Entry is open to Australian and New Zealand residents only.
Entries open 8am Friday 18 April 2024 and close at 5pm Tuesday 23 April 2024. The best two responses will be chosen and the winners will be announced on our Instagram stories on Wednesday 24 April.
If the prize is unclaimed by Thursday 25 April, the entry will be forfeited, and another winner will be drawn.
This is a game of skill. Chance plays no part in determining the winner.
This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Meta.
Entry by any person will be taken as acceptance of these Terms and Conditions.
Did you know that Echo Publishing are on Netgalley? Netgalley gives you a chance to read early advance copies of our titles for review.
Our current pre-release book on NetGalley is The Fists of the Father by Daniel Tamone.
