If you take a peek at my Instagram, you’ll see me sipping hot cocoa, warming myself by the fireplace, and squirrel-spotting in the maple leaf-strewn streets of Vancouver and Toronto. These are not my usual end-of-year activities. November marked more than sightseeing in Canada as part of my ‘day job’ work trip. I was alsoContinue reading “The travel itinerary of a debut middle-grade book manuscript: from Brisbane to Vancouver and back”
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Cover Reveal: The Feathers of Farwood – The Gripps Curse by Jayne McIntyre
I’m so excited to finally share the cover reveal for my debut middle-grade fantasy, The Feathers of Farwood – & The Gripps Curse! This beautiful cover was illustrated by the incredibly talented Tamlyn Teow, and it perfectly captures the heart of the story — lush Australian forests and landscapes, a hint of magic, and oneContinue reading “Cover Reveal: The Feathers of Farwood – The Gripps Curse by Jayne McIntyre”
Top Spooky Reads for Kids This October
From haunted houses to ghostly sidekicks, daring detectives, and eerie seaside towns, these stories prove spooky doesn’t have to mean nightmare-inducing. Middle-Grade & Junior Fiction Spooky (but not too scary) reads 1. Lockwood & Co. series – Jonathan StroudJoin a ragtag team of teenage ghost-hunters as they tackle Britain’s most chilling hauntings. Fast-paced action, wittyContinue reading “Top Spooky Reads for Kids This October”
Top Fantasy Books for 8-12 Year Olds Featuring Australian Wildlife
Looking for fantasy books for 8-12 year olds that celebrate the magic of Australian wildlife? Whether you’re a teacher searching for engaging classroom reads, a parent encouraging independent reading, or a librarian curating stories for young adventurers, these books offer the perfect mix of imagination, native animals, and heart. From bush-dwelling wombats and daring dingoesContinue reading “Top Fantasy Books for 8-12 Year Olds Featuring Australian Wildlife”
The hidden book nooks in your neighbourhood: Street Libraries in Australia
If you’ve ever wandered down a leafy street and spotted a colourful little box filled with books, you’ve already met one of Australia’s best community treasures: the Street Library. These free mini libraries are dotted all over the country, inviting readers of every age to take a book, leave a book, or simply enjoy aContinue reading “The hidden book nooks in your neighbourhood: Street Libraries in Australia”
Things About Being a Children’s Author That Just Make Sense
From chocolate stashes to animal trivia, here’s what fuels the middle-grade magic. Being a children’s author is a little bit like living in a storybook yourself. It involves imagination, a dash of magic, and more notebooks than anyone really needs (but buys anyway). Whether you’re writing about owls, wild adventures, or mysterious forests, there areContinue reading “Things About Being a Children’s Author That Just Make Sense”
The book deal! My debut series announced
Ever since I was eight years old, I’ve dreamed of this moment. Now, after years of perseverance and plenty of detours and learnings, it’s happening—I’m going to be a published author! As announced in Books + Publishing, Riveted Press has acquired the worldwide rights to my three-book magical middle-grade series, titled The Feathers of Farwood.Continue reading “The book deal! My debut series announced”
Wrapping up 2024 with a successful Arts Grant!
Successful Arts Grant to take my middle grade manuscript to the next level. Here’s to inspiring kids and authentic Aussie storytelling.
Shortlisted for the Text Prize 2024
Exciting update in my journey to publication as one of my middle grade manuscripts is shortlisted for the 2024 Text Prize! Text prize shortlist – new Aussie authors Five manuscripts have been shortlisted for the 2024 $10,000 Text Prize. The winner will be announced in mid-June. The Feathers of Farwood by Jayne McIntyre (Middle grade)When Eva Feather’sContinue reading “Shortlisted for the Text Prize 2024”
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”
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