Am I there Yet – Debut short story collection from Samoa’s newest literary voice Nicki Perese – poet, educator and proud fa’afafine author. Twenty-six stories that draw from everyday life in Samoa. Moments of humour, hardship, cultural responsibility, faith, love, identity and the unseen emotional currents that shape who we become. These stories are suitable for students in secondary school and above. Teachers will find them a valuable resource in the classroom and readers of all ages will delight in the rich insight into the unique spirit of Samoa’s youth.



Am I there Yet? Short Story Collection
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Special Launch Discount price of Only $7.50 USD! (approximate currency conversion.) Debut short story collection from Samoa’s newest literary voice Nicki Perese – poet, educator and proud fa’afafine author. Twenty-six stories that draw from everyday life in Samoa. Moments of humour, hardship, cultural responsibility, faith, love, identity and the unseen emotional currents that shape who we become. These stories are suitable for students in secondary school and above. Teachers will find them a valuable resource in the classroom and readers of all ages will delight in the rich insight into the unique spirit of Samoa’s youth.
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