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Sibling rivalries erupt when the Qweepie family relocates from the Florida suburbs to a dilapidated Western Kentucky farm. Killiope, known as Driew Qweepie's big sinister, is plotting against her little bother. Her unaffectionate schemes alert Driew to the dangers of being lost, stolen, or escaping the farm out back. During Driew's fight for sinister respect, he and Gulia, the Australian girl-next-door, uproot a magic man's OUTBACK secret.
"Adams' characters amuse, frustrate, intrigue, and redeem us. Most importantly, OUTBACK teaches us the wisdom of 'family,' 'roots,' and 'home'-all of which make their own kind of magic in our everyday lives."
-Jo Travis, retired English Teacher and Librarian
Readers are introduced to a variety of Australian, American, and Qweepie vernacular throughout the novel series. Choose to adopt or to adapt these terms using the "Language of the Outback" glossary included.
About the author
Mark Wayne Adams explored the magic of childhood in the creeks, caves and bluffs of western Kentucky. PlayingOutback, conjured an adventurous world between his home near Pennyrile State Park to his hometown of Dawson Springs. Accompanied by pretend horses and a brown baby doll, M. W. grew to love his bizarre Outback family-sometimes more than his "normal" family.Adams's magical adventurous Outback world captivates readers internationally. From the creeks, caves, and bluffs of Dawson Springs Kentucky, families are discovering a strong family magic in small towns.Invite Mark Wayne Adams to Skype worldwide or visit schools by visiting his website: www.markwayneadams.com.
