Staff

If you could take one book with you on a deserted island, what would it be and why?
'101 Things You Need to Know... And Some You Don't' by Richard Horne ($14.95). Because it has everything you need to know... including 'Is time travel possible?', 'What is spontaneous human combustion?' and most importantly, 'How do you survive on a desert island?'

Your favourite CD in store at the moment?
'Not for Sale' Earl Gray ($29.95)

What's the best thing about Mary Ryan's New Farm?
Our size- small enough to be cosy, big enough to carry all the best books.

 

Tess

If you could take one book with you on a deserted island, what would it be and why?
'Marooned: The Next Generation of Desert Island Discs' edited by Phil Freeman ($29.95); a compendium of essential listening, should you ever be unlucky enough to have to choose. I'd also take a Steve Parish 'Life's a Beach' ($6.95) mini calendar to help me tick off the days until my rescue.

Your favourite CD in store at the moment?
'A Tribute to Joni Mitchell'- a compilation of covers by artists such as Bjork, Sufjan Stevens and Emmylou Harris. ($30.95)

What's the best thing about Mary Ryan's New Farm?
The eclectic clientele and their enthusiasm for the written word.

 

Andrea

If you could take one book with you on a deserted island, what would it be and why?
'Dog Poo on the Pram Wheels' by Penny Atwill, so I can laugh everyday. ($14.95)

Your favourite CD in store at the moment?
The calming mantras of 'Buddhist Chants' ($17.95)

What's the best thing about Mary Ryan's New Farm?
The great coffee shops nearby.

Location - New Farm

You will find Merthyr Village at the junction of Brunswick St and Merthyr Rd. The Village offers undercover parking and is also easily accessible by public transport.

For public transport information about getting to the store please visit the Translink website at http://www.transinfo.qld.gov.au/