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I’m Jayne McIntyre, an Australian children’s author writing middle-grade fiction for kids aged 8–12. When I’m not dreaming up feathered heroes and bushland adventures, I work in digital marketing and corporate communications.
On this blog, I share my journey to publication, marketing tips for authors, and behind-the-scenes updates on my debut trilogy, The Feathers of Farwood. Whether you’re a fellow writer, book-lover, or curious reader, there’s something here for you.
Stick around for new posts on book launches, social media for authors, and the magic of writing for young readers.
From the blog
Why Australian Middle Grade Books Are Essential for Growing Readers
Middle grade stories for primary schools kids and why I like to write. How fantasy and magic work in children’s books. Book ideas for kids.
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Teachers’ Resources : Ideas to bring the magic of The Feathers of Farwood into the classroom
The start of term is looming, and as parents are busily labelling books and buying new school shoes, teachers are planning their first lessons of the year. To make your classroom experience even more engaging, I’m excited to announce that my teaching notes for The Feathers of Farwood and The Gripps Curse (Book 1 in…
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The Feathers of Farwood is Now on Goodreads – Mark It ‘Want to Read’!
Welcome to 2026! As we near the one-month countdown to release day, The Feathers of Farwood and The Gripps Curse is officially listed on Goodreads, and you can mark it as ‘Want to Read’! Goodreads is where you can meet your next favourite book. Whether you’re looking for new releases or hidden gems, this platform…
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Read more blog posts on writing & reading middle-grade books:
- Why Australian Middle Grade Books Are Essential for Growing Readers
- Teachers’ Resources : Ideas to bring the magic of The Feathers of Farwood into the classroom
- The Feathers of Farwood is Now on Goodreads – Mark It ‘Want to Read’!
- The travel itinerary of a debut middle-grade book manuscript: from Brisbane to Vancouver and back
- Cover Reveal: The Feathers of Farwood – The Gripps Curse by Jayne McIntyre
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