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”
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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”
School holiday fun at your local library
School holidays are here – in Queensland, at least. As a busy working parent, you usually fall into one of two groups: jumping for joy at the prospect of having the kids home for two weeks (I applaud those with the energy to pack up the tent and go camping) OR racking your brains forContinue reading “School holiday fun at your local library”
Story Dogs: The paw-fect combo for building confident readers
It’s official. I’ve become a dog person. I don’t know exactly how or when, but I’ve gone from that child begging for a cat, to an adult having an exuberant Staffy and even fostering additional dogs. Not that I’m complaining. So, it only seemed fitting that this month we became involved in the Story DogsContinue reading “Story Dogs: The paw-fect combo for building confident readers”
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