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Writing, publishing and running a marathon!

Posted on January 14, 2018 by

I’m in the middle of preparing a book for publication and launch in April. I thought the hard work was almost behind me, but self-publishing isn’t for the faint hearted. Thankfully my editor knows her way around the book industry, otherwise I’m sure this … Continue reading →

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The Choke by Sophie Laguna

Posted on September 18, 2017 by

This story left me breathless. It raised to the surface, every last rescue trait in my being. If only someone would intervene and stop the raging abuse. But no one does. And yet, amongst the harshness of the setting with the ‘chooks’ in the backyard, … Continue reading →

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‘All Fall Down’…A brave write

Posted on March 26, 2017 by

I’ve just finished reading Cassandra Austin’s novel ‘All Fall Down’. I bought this book out of curiosity and a love of all things ‘outback’. I was also hooked by Rosalie Ham’s (author of ‘The Dressmaker’) quote on the front cover of the … Continue reading →

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When a problem can’t be solved

Posted on March 20, 2017 by

I guess it’s true to say that most of us have had setbacks and difficulties in our life. There is no doubt that some problems are larger and more impactful than others. Mostly, difficulties and tricky situations work themselves through. … Continue reading →

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‘Lion’ A long way home…a story that lingers

Posted on February 10, 2017 by

Today, I saw the much publicised film ‘Lion.’ Based on a true story, the film delivers credibility and impact, certainly did for me anyway. You know when a book or film lingers in your thoughts well after you leave the theatre or put down the book?  Well, … Continue reading →

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And so this is Christmas…again!

Posted on December 18, 2016 by

Each year I promise myself to avoid the hype, ignore the tinsel and eat and drink less. However, if I’m to be really honest here, I mostly allow myself to be caught up in the froth, bubble and frantic pace that … Continue reading →

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Hope Farm by Peggy Frew

Posted on December 12, 2016 by

Recently, I read this gripping and jagged book by Peggy Frew. Originally I loved the name of the book, it sort of intrigued me but when I started to turn the pages it clearly became the characters that engaged me from the … Continue reading →

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