For one productive (and very blissful!) week in October, I had the pleasure of staying at Varuna The Writers’ House in Katoomba, Blue Mountains. This was part of a Residency Callout Program for authors to work on their project of choice. I was in the company of some fantastic writers from right across Australia, allContinue reading “Unlocking your creative potential: top reasons to go on a writing residency”
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A trip to Hobbiton – and other marketing adventures in New Zealand
Rolling green hills dotted with sheep and blooming cherry blossoms – it’s no wonder New Zealand was chosen as the filming location for The Shire and Lord of the Rings franchise movies. This month I ventured to New Zealand’s north island (Auckland, Hamilton, and Rotorua) as part of my day job in corporate marketing. IContinue reading “A trip to Hobbiton – and other marketing adventures in New Zealand”
Professional Business Woman of the Year finalist – celebrating trailblazers on the Sunshine Coast
Earlier this month I was announced as a Professional Business Woman of the Year finalist as part of the Sunshine Coast Business Women’s Network (SCBWN) Awards. The Awards feature a number of categories, from Corporate and Micro Business to Sustainability. Living and working here on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, Queensland, I was thrilled to beContinue reading “Professional Business Woman of the Year finalist – celebrating trailblazers on the Sunshine Coast”
You’ll find me in the mountains…I’ve been accepted for a Varuna Residency! Time & space to work on my children’s books
Thrilled to be sharing this news… I have been accepted into the latest round of Residency Callouts from leading literature institution, Varuna. Located in the Blue Mountains, Varuna offers highly sought-after residencies and professional development programs for writers throughout the year. I will spend one week (later this year) at Varuna working on my latestContinue reading “You’ll find me in the mountains…I’ve been accepted for a Varuna Residency! Time & space to work on my children’s books”
‘Showing up’ for your ideal reader/customer
Authentic content is one of those buzzwords/phrases that has been thrown around a fair bit over the past couple of years. But when you break it down, it’s about being there for your ideal customer/reader/client and giving them not only something of value but insights into the everyday. Do people really want to see myContinue reading “‘Showing up’ for your ideal reader/customer”
Night of Notables: CBCA longlist announced
If there’s one thing I like as much as writing children’s books, it’s seeing Aussie writers and illustrators celebrated for their incredible and varied works. This week, the Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) announced its longlist for the 2023 CBCA Notables. The list acts as the longlist for the CBCA Book of the YearContinue reading “Night of Notables: CBCA longlist announced”
What inspires my writing: mystery & magic for middle-grade readers
Emerging voices, new voices, fresh voices… What do these things actually mean when it comes to book writing? Many authors talk about honing their voice and finding their voice; making their story stand out from the various others on the shelf. In this instance, I’m talking about the author voice, not the character voice orContinue reading “What inspires my writing: mystery & magic for middle-grade readers”
Gift ideas for the book lovers and writers in your life
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… Here are some of my top gift ideas for the book lovers and writers in your life. Of course, nothing beats unlimited writing time and a decked-out office space, but when you’re looking for something easy to wrap and pop under the tree, this list might provideContinue reading “Gift ideas for the book lovers and writers in your life”
Getting organised: planners, labels and stationery to brighten your home office & inspire creativity
Planners, calendars, wall organisers and more for the home and office. Colourful designs to help you get in control of your life. Perfect for the bookish lovers out there and busy mums & dads.
School holidays at the library – programs, free activity packs, and story seat adventures
It’s that time again – school holidays! Not only do I write middle-grade books (and love reading them) but I have two primary school-aged children. Needless to say, school holiday programs at the library are the first thing on my list when I hear the dreaded: “I’m bored – there’s nothing to do!” (Yes, we’dContinue reading “School holidays at the library – programs, free activity packs, and story seat adventures”
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