Syahisti Abdurrachman's memories and dreams of her early life in Indonesia and her journey to Melbourne in the 1950s remain vivid and fascinating. Her life story has an epic quality that engages and inspires. 

Spice of Life was shortlisted for the Australian Book Design Association (ABDA) 'Indie 1000' Best Independent Publication Award in 2014.

Writer: Syahisti Abdurrachman

Editor: Romy Moshinsky

Editorial support: Georgie Raik-Allen

Designer: Trisha Garner