Early ReviewersCharmaine V. Walker

This collection of poems reveals the beauty, humor, and wisdom of life, as seen through the eyes of a loving father and gifted poet.

Explore the beauty of life in Australia through these deeply expressive poems. From a lighthearted tale of a schoolboy who uses a peppercorn trick to avoid pain, to reflective words about changing clouds, to the depths of a father’s love, this book offers a glimpse into the life and imagination of John D. Walker; a devoted father, beloved husband, and inspiring guiding light. These words will resonate within you as the author’s words guide your emotions from highs to lows with humor and heartache.

These masterfully crafted poems offer a simple and accessible style with a touch of rhyme and rhythm that feels like a conversation with an old friend with a gift for surprising and delighting. Whether you are looking for a laugh, a moment of clarity, or a touch of inspiration, you will find what you’re looking for between these covers.

The Peppercorn Tree and other Australian Poems is one daughter’s loving tribute to a man who loves his family unconditionally.