This book documents the journey of a group of young people on their road to recovery from child sexual assault. They are all members of a support group called Lean On Me. Despite threats and bribes to secure their silence, these young people have 'broken the silence' surrounding sexual assault.
The message of this book is clear. Children have the right to be free from sexual abuse. We all have the responsibility to ensure that this right is respected.
I write fiction and non-fiction. My books and stories have been published by William Heinemann Australia, Pan Macmillan, Pan UK, Australian Consolidated Press, Greenhouse Publications, The Federation Press, Curious Crow Books (which is my imprint), and Clan Destine Press. I co-host a podcast about technology and innovation with Patrick Bonello, called OK Smart Ass. Listen to Ok Smart Ass via your favourite podcasting service. Follow me on social media for news about my writing. Sign up for my newsletter for reading, listening, and viewing recommendations.