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Hey writers of fiction! The Big Issue is running its annual Fiction Edition, and its editors are on the hunt for great short stories. It\’s the perfect opportunity to polish an old piece or to let your imagination run wild with something new… Entry is free and submissions are welcome until Monday May 31st. Published […]

A HUGE thanks to the Queensland Writers Centre for long listing my, as-yet, unpublished YA manuscript for their 2021 Adaptable Program. The Adaptable Program seeks material for film and television adaptation. Best of luck to my fellow long-listers. I\’m chuffed to be in such great company! To find out more about the program go to,

Open call for submissions – manuscripts! | Get your manuscript publication ready now | Read on

How to find, build and maintain one… Writing might be a solitary pursuit but with the support of a good writing group you need never feel alone! In March, I’m running a session at Writers Victoria that explores the practical ins and outs of forming or joining a writers’ group; from finding the perfect location

And the winner is … | Congratulations Stephen Kingsnorth | December winner.

This week I pitched my first YA manuscript to a publisher at one of the ASA’s Literary Speed Dating sessions. Yep, the very same YA manuscript I wrapped up recently as part of a mentorship. I booked a last-minute spot with the publisher of my choice, celebrated, then realised all I had to do was

Australian Society of Authors and Writers Centres This week I wrapped up an Australian Society of Authors mentorship I was awarded at the beginning of this year to develop my first YA novel. AND, I can happily announce, I also wrapped up the novel (Thank-you, thank-you. Cue applause!) Needless to say, I gave myself a

Do you have an idea for a great story? Or, maybe you’ve even had a go at writing a first draft but got stuck along the way?! I think I can help… I’m looking for beta-users to test my online novel writing course, NOVEL: FIRST DRAFT; a course designed to guide you through writing the

Thank Freak Melbourne libraries have reopened! It’s official… Melbourne libraries reopened this week, and personally I was at the front of the queue waiting to be let in. It’s been a long time between visits. A long time between browsing the shelves as my children argue over who gets first dibs on the book scanner.

Breaking News: Local writers series Moreland City Library is running a Local Writers Series! This new initiative is a great great way to hear from local authors and to pick up literary tips and tricks. I\’m thrilled to be the first cab off the rank this Saturday and hope you\’ll join me! Tune into Moreland