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[Un]reasonably outraged by unpaid Ballkids (Australian Open)
Here’s a rant I’ve had burning inside for years. Not paying Ballkids at the Australian Open because it’s a ‘privilege’ and an ‘honour’ to be selected.
Non-woo-woo manifesting. Is that a thing?
For 2024 I ditched New Year’s Resolutions, instead looking into useful goal setting using a guide from Mel Robbins. I also almost buried myself alive as I tunnelled down a rabbit hole of “manifestation”.
[Un]reasonably outraged by women’s invisible labour
It’s not a new idea; the mental load. We’ve heard the catchphrases and the discussions, but this comedian boiled my blood with his offhand remarks about women.
Launch giveaway ideas - I need your help!
LAUNCH TIME! I love a themed and potentially quirky giveaway but I’m going to need your help with some ideas…
[Un]reasonably outraged by social media pile-ons
Social media pile-ons. Is it a case of schadenfreude? When is OK to share our public condemnations?
What makes a sex scene cringey?
How do you feel about sex scenes in books? I don’t mind reading them, as long as they’re not cringe-worthy and mostly, I avoid writing them. Anne Freeman is an expert and here are some of her insights.
[Un]reasonably outraged by fear, ignorance and lack of compassion
In Australia, we will be heading to polling booths on 14th October to vote in a referendum known as The Voice to Parliament. If I’m honest, I’ve questioned why the hell this is even a thing.
Q&A with book designer, Amy Daoud
Behind the scenes of book cover design with the marvellous Amy Daoud. What she considered when designing the cover of The Eleventh Floor.
[Un]reasonably outraged by post-lockdown social awkwardness
Anyone else feeling like they’ve lost their social mojo since the pandemic lockdowns?
Should authors also be marketers?
Most of us cringe at the thought of self-promotion but writing the book is only one part of an author’s job.
[Un]reasonably outraged by … “be the best” mentality
When you centre your identity around being the best at something, what happens when you’re not?
What’s in a [book] name?
The many different things to consider when choosing a book title.
[Un]reasonably outraged … by toxic gratitude
Can gratitude and hope co-exist? Does toxic gratitude silence women?
What happens on a writing residency?
Two blissful weeks of uninterrupted time to simply write. Here’s what went on.
Surprises in my first year as a published novelist
Reflecting on the rollercoaster ride that has been the last twelve months.
[Un]reasonably outraged … about wealth and entitlement
Privileged people can’t own beaches. They have to learn to share!
Why I needed a social media break
Burn out, derailing mental health and the cost of social media.
Online Book Club Interview
Mummy escapes, fundraising ethics, non-sleeping babies and all things writing.