From the time I was little, I dreamed of becoming a writer. It didn’t happen … at first. But as I reached the ripe old age of 50 … I finally made it. And I haven’t looked back! The interesting truth though is that I never planned to write what I do now—for some reason, …
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Fiction Friday | Synapse by Steven James
Synapse is a difficult novel to review. Parts were excellent. Parts were not excellent. And parts were downright weird. Let’s start with what I thought was excellent. Synapse is set in the future—2037. Humanoid robots are commonplace, as are the Purists, terrorists who seek to destroy the Artificials before Artificials destroy humanity (a valid concern …
Omega Writer’s Conference | Tips for Packing for a Writing Conference
One sleep until conference! That means … today is packing day. I’ve done a lot of travelling over the years, both alone (for writer’s conferences or business) or with my family. Here are my top tips for packing for a writing conference: 1. Plan Ahead You don’t want to get to the airport and discover …
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Tuesday Book Chat | What would you like to see less of in Christian fiction?
It’s Iola here. Welcome to our Australasian Christian Writers Tuesday Book Chat, where we encourage book lovers to answer our bookish question of the week. Today’s question is: What themes, topics or genres would you like to see less of in Christian fiction? Why? We look forward to hearing your thoughts. Please join in the …
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Introducing Sunrise Publishing (and a Call for Submissions)
Sunrise Publishing is the latest initiative from bestselling and award-winning author Susan May Warren, partnering with Lindsay Harrel. The two authors conducted a Facebook Live presentation on 30 September (well, 1 October New Zealand time) sharing the story behind the new collaboration, and announcing their submissions process. Sunrise are currently open to submissions from US …
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Tuesday Book Chat | What would you like to see more of in Christian fiction?
It’s Iola here. Welcome to our Australasian Christian Writers Tuesday Book Chat, where we encourage book lovers to answer our bookish question of the week. Today’s question is: What themes, topics or genres would you like to see more of in Christian fiction? Why? We look forward to hearing your thoughts. Please join in the …
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6 Tips for Improving Your Writing Craft Without Attending a Conference
It’s almost conference time! Today I’m resharing a post I originally wrote last year, for those of you who can’t join us at the 2019 Omega Writer’s Conference in Sydney from 11 to 13 October. Can’t make it to conference? Does this mean you miss out on the opportunity to learn, to upskill yourself? Not …
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Cover Reveal | Carry Me Away by Dorothy Adamek
About Carry Me Away: When the Black Swallow sinks off the Australian coast in 1877, Australian midshipman Tom Darley rescues English passenger Ada Carmichael from the disaster that claims her entire family. News of the only two survivors enchants the world, but Ada needs to hide before secrets and old foes find her. Tom is …
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Tuesday Book Chat | Do you prefer city, town, or country settings? Why?
It’s Iola here. Welcome to our Australasian Christian Writers Tuesday Book Chat, where we encourage book lovers to answer our bookish question of the week. Today’s question is: Do you prefer city, town, or country settings? Why? I don’t think I have a preference. I enjoy city, town and country settings. I’m usually more interested …
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Tuesday Book Chat | What’s your view on authors who joke about their one-star reviews?
It’s Iola here. Welcome to our Australasian Christian Writers Tuesday Book Chat, where we encourage book lovers to answer our bookish question of the week. Today’s question is: What’s your view on authors who joke about their one-star reviews? One author I’ve come across likes turning key phrases from one-star reviews into online memes. I …