I’m so looking forward to being part of the Margaret River Young Readers & Writers Festival this year – and the countdown is on, with less than two weeks to go! There are free events at the Storytelling Snug in central Margs on the weekend (18–19 May) and in the following week (20–23 May) a […]
writing
2021 Minderoo Foundation Artist Residency
It was during a recent writing residency that I applied for another, so convinced the experience had made me of the critical value of time for a writer. Time without the noise that so often gets in the way of being able to do good work. For me, a writing residency is about that quiet. […]
How to be an author – all your questions answered
It’s always an idea when you’re seeking advice to go to an expert. Someone with inside information, someone with experience and skills, and the ability to communicate it all to you in a no-nonsense, practical way. Which is why aspiring authors should ensure they get themselves a copy of How to be an Author: The business […]
Giving thanks
As we head into a new school year and requests for school visits start to roll in, I’ve been reflecting on the incredible curiosity and generosity of those in the Australian education system and library services. These communities of people foster in others their love of books, writing and illustration, and the creative process behind […]
