Diane Finlay – Finding the Self-publishing way.

Diane, welcome to my corner of the internet. After our last chat in the Lake District I’m sure you’ve been very busy! Thanks for taking the time to chat to me today about your writing and publishing career. In 2005 you made a decision to self-publish and set up a company to do that. You Continue reading


Phew what a day!

Celebrations! According to my dentist I have the teeth of an 18 year old. Shame my knees are more like 60… But hey, it was a wonderful day all round! I’m absolutely delighted that BURNING LIES has been shortlisted for the 2013 Romantic Book of the Year. This was a book without a home for Continue reading


Space to write – Nicole Flockton

Today’s guest is a ‘new to me’ writer, Nicole Flockton and I’m looking forward to reading her latest release, RESCUING DAWN. I asked Nicole about her writing space. Since our recent move aboard a catamaran I’m even more curious about where writers write! So please welcome Nicole 🙂 Peaceful Writing Places – Umm not me… Continue reading


Bye bye Ballarat…

Sadly, my month of wandering the country chatting to readers has come to an end… The Get Reading tour has been the most amazing experience so far in my writing life. I’ve been fortunate to visit new places, familiar places and places which have been on my wish list for a long time. Yesterday morning Continue reading


Waurn Ponds – chilly outside, but warm inside!

I’m back on the road again! This time I’m in Victoria for a very quick visit. Thankfully Melbourne turned on the weather for me and I landed in 12 degrees and crystal clear blue skies. Gorgeous! Last night we headed to Waurn Ponds, half way between Geelong and Torquay. The drive down the highway was Continue reading


Jennifer St George

There are some people who just ooze style, no matter what time of day or night it is, not matter what situation is unfolding, no matter how much mayhem surrounds them.  Today’s blog guest, Jennifer St George is one of those. I’ve watched her in action at RWA conferences and thought, ‘Wow!’ Now after reading Continue reading


Get Lost!

Today I’m visiting best-selling American suspense writer, Donnell Bell, on her blog Get Lost in a Story. We talking about Burning Lies, the Daphne du Maurie award and where are the best places to holiday! Drop by for a chance to win an e-book of Burning Lies. And feel free to give advice to our American friends Continue reading


From Zeus’s Bean bag – Please welcome Nero and Bunson!

Hello, dear friends and followers, I’ve always been a devotee of Richard Fidler on the ABC and Michael Parkinson on the BBC. Helene has finally caved in a recognised my talent. So here it is! My first interview going live. Please enjoy. Nero, Bunson, I’m delighted to turn the spotlight on you two today. I Continue reading