Category Archives: Writing

Local crime writers give their recommendations for holiday reads

With Christmas and the summer holidays just a few short weeks away, the promise of some delicious uninterrupted reading time is beckoning. But how does anyone choose from the hundreds of amazing books that have just hit the shelves? I asked some local crime writer friends for their recommendations. As you will discover, not everyoneContinue reading “Local crime writers give their recommendations for holiday reads”

Five tips for launching your debut novel

It’s a year since my debut novel for adults was published by Affirm Press. Happy birthday One Punch! A massive thankyou to everyone who has read or listened to the book, written a review, posted a pic, or shared the book with friends. It’s been an incredible year! As first birthdays are a big deal,Continue reading “Five tips for launching your debut novel”

Deadline looms for my next book

If you see me on social media after today, tell me to get back to work. I have a deadline looming! I’m working on another gripping family drama. This time the protagonist is a mother of three young children, so I’ve had to dig into the dusty recesses of my brain for memories of parentingContinue reading “Deadline looms for my next book”

One Punch takes off into the world

Writing can be a solitary pursuit, but the past fortnight has been the exact opposite. I’m still buzzing from the procession of launch events and interviews for my debut novel for adults – One Punch.

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‘As the Crow Flies’ takes off

My first play for students – As the Crow Flies is now available at Australian Plays. Sam Sevenoaks will do anything to win the premiership, but winning comes at a very high price.

Into the wild – rediscovering Borneo

Twenty five years ago I made my first trip to Borneo – a rugged island in South East Asia, famous for its rainforests and wildlife. My last visit started my fascination with orangutans and inspired The Call of the Wild (Choose Your Own Ever After) about a school girl who has to make a choiceContinue reading “Into the wild – rediscovering Borneo”