Another first: today I’m sharing a post by a guest author, Craig Carey, who I met through online writing competitions. I didn’t participate in furious fiction in May, but Craig did, so for something different, I’m presenting his entry instead of mine. Continue reading Short Fiction: Mongoose
Sara has just released her fourth consecutive novel – and they’ve all made it to number one in historical romance on Amazon. Jam-packed with a love triangle, blackmail and an arranged marriage, Instead of Harmony has plenty to think about while enjoying the ride. In today’s interview, we discuss what to expect from this first book in Sara’s second series and from the Klonimus saga as a whole. Hint: if you love a good treasure hunt, this one’s for you. Continue reading Sara Adrien on her second series
Sara has just released the second in her trilogy of historical Jewish romances. Arnold, the male lead in this story, is Sara’s favourite character. Join us as we discuss what happens when you fall in love with someone on the page, research on Georgian England and a few intricacies of the Jewish faith. Continue reading Sara Adrien on Falling in Love With Your Characters
Tanwa is a picture book about a five-year-old girl living with sickle cell. Raolee is uniquely placed to write this book as she is a sickle cell gladiator and an educator – she has a doctorate degree in educational leadership and management as well as 20 years in the classroom. With a passion for helping others affected by this disease, Rao is open about her own struggles with it. Continue reading Raolee on Writing About Sickle Cell
In this year’s Christmas list, I’m sharing 15 incredible books from the authors I’ve interviewed throughout the year representing diverse talent from around the globe – Romania, Portugal, Australia, Dubai, Moldova, UK, NZ and USA. From poetry to thrillers, from romcoms to memoir, there’s something here for even the most difficult person to buy for! There’s even an adorable adventure for children. Continue reading Christmas Book List 2021
With a PhD in philosophy, Maura’s diverse career sees her currently as a playwright and author. She grew up in the Bronx, USA, but now resides in Canberra, Australia. Join us on this rollercoaster ride that includes falling in love with a shearer, working in real estate and creating her play-turned-book-turned-film Fragments, which shines a timely spotlight on mental health. Continue reading Maura Pierlot on Writing about Mental Health
Marcie’s debut novel, Em’s Awful Good Fortune tackles the thorny issue of how to balance career and marriage as a tagalong spouse. It springs between the USA, Korea, Paris, Tokyo, Shanghai in a quest to discover her place in the world. Join us as we discuss expat life, feminism, finding your voice, and more. Continue reading Marcie Maxfield on Identity and the Expat Spouse
With her background as an Australian diplomat based in Indonesia and East Timor, Nore is ideally placed to write about East Timor’s independence. Her debut novel places two female characters against the background of this political maelstrom. Join us as we discuss the evolution of Gunfire Lullabies. Continue reading Nore Hoogstad on Contemporary Historical Fiction
Author and graphic designer Enni has just released her fourth novel, a contemporary Cinderella romcom, Hidden Gem, in which charity worker Marnie falls for hotshot New Zealand politician Jason. It examines the pitfalls of working in politics alongside the fear of aging while beset with a chronic illness. Continue reading Enni Amanda on Sex, Religion and Politics in Hidden Gem
Expat author Inna Rothmann has just released a poetry collection called Multiversed, inspired by themes as diverse as expat life, search for life purpose and quantum physics. Read on to find out how this one-time teacher from Moldova became a poet in Dubai. Continue reading Inna Rothmann on Poetry, Expat Life and Quantum Physics
Brightside Story Studio 