{"title":"Valerie Morton","description":"\u003cp\u003eValerie Morton is a celebrated author renowned for her captivating narratives that effortlessly blend the thrill of adventure with the art of travel. Her writings transport readers to far-off lands and exciting experiences, making them feel as if they are right there in the midst of the action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her standout works, \u003cem\u003eBlame it on the Rain\u003c\/em\u003e, perfectly exemplifies her talent for weaving together vivid imagery with compelling storytelling. Morton's books are beloved by fans who crave more than just a description of places; they seek a true adventure captured in ink and paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eValerie Morton's works not only entertain but also educate and inspire, inviting readers to explore new territories and embrace the spirit of adventure. Whether you're a seasoned traveller or an armchair explorer, her books will ignite your wanderlust and leave you yearning for your own journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"blame-it-on-the-rain-by-valerie-morton-9780648345909","title":"Blame it on the Rain","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBlame it on the Rain\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTales and Photographs from Byron Shire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExotic foliage. Crystal-clear water. Empty white beaches. Bright-blue skies. Endless sunshine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNorthern New South Wales is a big, fat, subtropical, coconut-and turmeric-laced cliché of heavenliness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhere else can you surf with dolphins in the middle of winter, climb to the most easterly point in Australia to watch migrating whales, hop on a naked-activist bike ride, and honour the Stillness of Being, all before lunch?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut what's it like to live here all year round? Is paradise all it's cracked up to be?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"To the eccentric world of Byron Bay, Valerie Morton brings a bemused and filmic eye. She blends wry wit with affection; acute observation with a dash of the macabre. You might think you're with the Coen Brothers sometimes, but you're really in the Australian bush, ancient home of the wonderful and freaky, close up with a cool, original and worldly guide.\" – Don Watson, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Bush: Travels in the Heart of Australia\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072139870444,"sku":"9780648345909","price":38.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/22818873482418.jpg?v=1765081016"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/valerie-morton.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}