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Friday Novella index with links to all published chapters.

Aug 3 •

Black Spur – Chapter 2

Fernshaw. Ferdinand Berger rejoins his companions. They make final preparations.

Sep 22 •

Black Spur – Chapter 1

Narbethong. In 1863 a young Bavarian visits an isolated tavern in Victoria's Yarra Ranges. So begins a remarkable adventure filled with friendship and…

Sep 15 •

Seed – Chapter 15

Coming Home. A year on from his hasty departure from Melbourne, Sal is living with his mother in country Victoria. It isn't where he expected to find…

Sep 8 •

Seed – Chapter 14

Fait Accompli. Sal tries to explain. This goes about as well as expected.

Sep 1 •

Seed – Chapter 13

Everyone's a Critic. Sal visits an exhibition by one of Jelka's friends. This leads to an argument and a serious upset. Sal reflects on the viability of…

Aug 25 •

Seed – Chapter 12

Offspring. Sal and Jelka get to work on planning sketches for a joint mural. Sal is moved by Jelka's contribution – and disturbed.

Aug 18 •

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