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”
My time at KSP
I can’t begin to express my gratitude to the Katherine Susannah Prichard Writers Centre, where I recently spent two weeks as a writer in residence. Being able to live and breathe my novel for such an uninterrupted length of time is a rare privilege, and it has borne fruit. I have never been more productiveContinue reading “My time at KSP”
The best news…
I’m absolutely thrilled to say that I’ve signed with the lovely Abigail Nathan from Alex Adsett Literary with my novel ‘Second Skin.’ Having the support of someone with so much experience, who knows the ins and outs of this complicated industry is no small thing. Thank you for believing in my book! Along with herContinue reading “The best news…”
ASA/HQ Fiction Prize shortlisting
I’m absolutely thrilled to have been shortlisted for the ASA/HQ Fiction Prize. Opportunities like this one go such a long way in supporting unpublished writers, giving visibility and a chance to present a completed manuscript for consideration, not to mention encouragement. Funnily enough it wasn’t until I received a message of congratulations from a dearContinue reading “ASA/HQ Fiction Prize shortlisting”
