Ever wondered what your dog does when you’re at work? For the last week I’ve been on holidays (read that as ‘not flying aircraft but chained to my computer to sort Burning Lies out’…) so I’ve been privy to my dog’s secret life. I thought this was how Zeus spent the vast majority of his Continue reading
Tag: Australian Suspense
Scout Hat – to those in the know
I grumbled at 5 am this morning when I swung my leg over my bike and started pedalling, but we were on a photo mission. For those who’ve read Wings of Fear (hopefully all of you now reading this!) Haycock Island, off Palm Cove, figures prominently in the action. The locals call it Scout Hat – Continue reading
End of day
I love being in the air as the day ends. I imagine the dark velvet of the night, like a thick rich doona, is being drawn over the world ready for sleep.
Lauren’s story
The following interview took place before Shattered Sky was written so this is a glimpse into Lauren’s world before she had a run in with the Nemesis Out-Lawed Motorcycle Gang. I’m hoping to catch up with her again soon to chat to her about her latest story. Lauren, thanks so much for standing in at Continue reading
Location, location!
We’re off up the range tomorrow to catch up with friends in Tolga on the Atherton Tablelands. I’m looking forward not just to the wonderful scenery, but to the great company – it’s guaranteed to be a very funny trip! And our friends may well have found the perfect spot for Kaitlyn’s house (she’s my Continue reading
Safe journey
It’s Easter and the flights out of Cairns are at maximum capacity with happy little travellers. If you’re one of the lucky ones flying somewhere for a break then spare a thought for the army of people who make each flight possible. You arrive at 5 am for a 6 am departure, but that army Continue reading
The making of a strong woman
Today’s blog interview is with Jodie Cramer. Her story, as told byJaye Ford, can be found in Beyond Fear. It’s a psychological thriller, set in Australia, and will keep you immersed in the story right to the last page. Having survived a vicious attack as a teenager Jodie has shown remarkable resilience in keeping her world Continue reading
Snuggle pot and cuddle pie
It’s Aussie Author April! Bronwyn Parry, a fellow Hachette Author, has a wonderful post on one of her favourite Australian authors, Ethel Turner. It took me back to being a child, sitting in front of my Grandmother’s black and white TV, watching Seven Little Australians and sucking my thumb as the dramas unfolded. I loved Continue reading
To ARC or not to ARC
In the world of publishing an Advance Review Copy or ARC is the first time a novel is put out for public consumption. Sometimes it has the completed cover design, but most times is has a different jacket as a way of differentiating between it and the finished book. But what about the words? How Continue reading
Guest blogging today
I’m over at The Australia Literature Review chatting with Steve about all things writing. Check out his back list of posts – he’s been talking to some fascinating writers!