Tanya Levin Bücher

Tanya Levin grew up in the church that became Hillsong is Australia's most ambitious, entrepreneurial and influential religious corporation. PEOPLE IN GLASS HOUSES tells how a small Assemblies of God church in a suburban school hall became a multi-million dollar tax free enterprise, a cult and a powerful force in Australia today. Opening up the world of Christian fundamentalism, this is a powerful, personal and at times very funny exploration of an all singing, all swaying mega church. Shortlisted, 2007 Walkley Non-Fiction Book Award

The narrative explores themes of lost potential and societal judgment through a poignant conversation between two characters. One character reflects on the other’s life choices, expressing regret over missed opportunities and the harsh reality of a life intertwined with crime. The dialogue reveals deep emotional undercurrents, highlighting the struggle between ambition and the constraints of one's circumstances, ultimately questioning the definitions of success and failure in a challenging environment.