Stories from Australia and beyond
Welcome to the world of G R Parker, an author from the Gold Coast, Australia. Here, you'll discover compelling stories, explore my published works, and find direct links to purchase your next great read. Join me as we journey through realms of imagination.
Discover my published works
Dive into my collection of novels and short stories. Each book is a unique exploration of characters and worlds, crafted with passion right here on the Gold Coast. Find your next captivating read.
ONE PENNY.
Two boys find a penny in the dust of Scott’s Creek, a small country town in central Queensland. The public squabble over ownership of the coin causes their father, the local Blacksmith to mete out some rough punishment. In his rage, he seriously harms the eldest boy, Lindsay, starting a chain reaction of events that changes the lives of so many. It is 1899, and Australia is recruiting soldiers to fight in South Africa. Forced onto a ship and away from his family, Lindsay’s father finds that he is the only one with the knowledge of a plot to destroy many lives. He has no way to warn his fellow enlistees, and the fact that he is widely hated by most in his home town does not help him in his quest to bring down the man responsible. Follow Malachi Tanner and his sons Lindsay and Henry as the story takes them through war, survival, joy and tears over the span of almost 100 years, up to a modern investigation that still needs to know exactly what happened at the turn of the last century.
THE SHIPPING FORECAST
Things are not quite what they seem for Declan Grey, whose world has just been turned upside-down. On the street with no money and no friends, he needs to think quickly to get his life back on track and get some well earned revenge whilst he is at it. The first book in the Letter-opener trilogy, opens up the belly of London's underground where there are more interesting characters waiting to meet Mr Grey than he might expect.
ISLANDS
Part two of the Letter-opener series finds a police department scratching it's collective heads over a mysterious explosion, and a retired agent who does not want to be pulled back into a world that he thought he left behind for good. Questions that need answers and an ongoing web of nefarious schemes that all seem connected draw Declan Grey from one Island to another.
PEACE ON EARTH
In the final part of the Letter opener saga, find out what the mysterious Agency has been plotting when Declan Grey discovers he is a prisoner at their pleasure. Can he escape and save the world from more peace than it needs? Or will civilisation be consigned to a future decided by a madman?
MAX
Follow the adventures of Max, a children's book about a mighty fighting fish, as he tries to save his friends from the jaws of the evil Arowana.
About G R Parker
As G R Parker, I pour my heart into crafting narratives that resonate. My approach is focused on drawing readers into vivid worlds and unforgettable experiences, all inspired by the beauty of the Australian landscape and beyond.
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My inspiration
From stories of today to far back into history, I try and create a narrative that has all of the elements needed to be both believable and accurate.
The writing process
Every story begins with a spark. Sometimes it is actually from a dream that I quickly write down upon waking! I love researching each subject and always have another project ready to go when the current one is finished.A
My vision for readers
I aim to transport you. Through my narratives, I hope to evoke emotions, spark curiosity, and offer an escape into worlds both familiar and fantastically new.
Connect with me
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One review of the novel One Penny.
A real insight into life at the turn of the previous century and in particular of the relationship between Australians and South Africans from the Boer War. Having an intimate knowledge of the areas in Australia Parker chose to bring his characters to life in, I must say his research was impeccable which made the story all that more enjoyable for me. Parker's writing style easily takes you on the journey with his characters and I would definitely recommend it to anyone wanting to learn more about Australia and the early hardships. Loved it!
A devoted reader from Queensland