My debut novel, ‘Daughters of the Tide,’ is now available to pre-order! You can do so here Why does pre-ordering matter? It’s one of the best early indicators for publishers of a books success from a sales point of view, and it shows booksellers and retailers that they should watch out for a book. Pre-ordering,Continue reading “Pre-orders now available!”
Cover reveal!
I’m beyond thrilled to share the cover for my upcoming novel, ‘Daughters of the Tide’ It’s the cover of my dreams, and I think it really captures the essence of this story. Thank you so much to the wonderful Emily O’Neill for her gorgeous design A little about the book… The Findlay family history hasContinue reading “Cover reveal!”
First Page Podcast
While in London I had the absolute joy of finally meeting one of my dear friends in person, the extraordinary Mariah Mannae. Mariah and I met in an online writing course with Stella award winning author Heather Rose in 2020, and have kept in touch ever since. Mariah’s podcast is a celebration of women inContinue reading “First Page Podcast”
A brief update…
While my selkie novel, ‘Second Skin,’ is in the skilled hands of HQ’s copy editing team (more on this process soon), I’ve been chipping away at book 2, my witchy, dual narrative historical novel set in Ireland, Tasmania and New York. I’ve heard many established authors say writing never gets easier, no matter how manyContinue reading “A brief update…”
‘Upon a Starlit Tide’
“Anything is possible when sorrow meets the sea…” Our April ‘Once Upon a Bookclub’ was such a treat. We discussed Kell Wood’s masterpiece, ‘Upon a Starlit Tide’, my love of which knows no bounds. This book has all of my favourite things – mermaids, magic, history, fae folk, pirates, tall ships, elaborate descriptions of ballgownsContinue reading “‘Upon a Starlit Tide’”
‘Voices of the Southern Ocean’
I feel extraordinarily lucky, and proud, to have a piece of writing in Voices of the Southern Ocean – a Nipaluna/Hobart anthology. This is a very special project, brought together by a wonderful group of passionate, talented people. It was launched on the 31st October at the Town Hall, where the Lord Mayor Anna ReynoldsContinue reading “‘Voices of the Southern Ocean’”
A life-changing experience
I can’t believe it’s now been over a month since I arrived at Chateau d’Orquevaux. Over a month since I crossed over the border into fairyland, since the most inspiring experience of my life. Nothing could have prepared me for my time at Orquevaux. I’m not sure I’ll ever find the words to fully captureContinue reading “A life-changing experience”
I’ve signed with HQ/Harper Collins!
I’ve been bursting to tell the world this news for weeks, and now I finally can I’ve been offered publication with HQ/Harper Collins for my first novel, Second Skin, and I’ve just signed the contract! My selkie novel, the book that I’ve laboured and loved and cried over and poured my soul into for years,Continue reading “I’ve signed with HQ/Harper Collins!”
Q&A with Robbie Arnott
I feel extremely lucky that the lovely Robbie Arnott agreed to sit down and have a chat with me about his new book, Dusk, and the writing life. Robbie is such a unique talent, and the most humble and generous of humans. I can’t wait to see what he writes next. You can read ourContinue reading “Q&A with Robbie Arnott”
Once Upon a Book Club
Since June this year I’ve been running a monthly fairytale themed bookclub at Fullers Bookshop. As a complete fairytale and folklore nut, it’s been an absolute joy to connect with so many wonderful fellow fairytale lovers, and to have such open and lively discussions about the gorgeous books on our list. So far we’ve readContinue reading “Once Upon a Book Club”
Arianne James 