Supporting authors when you don’t have any money

Support authors with no money

I’ve seen a few discussions lately from people who want to support their favourite authors, however they don’t have the money to buy books. I know that I’m often in the same situation. As much as I love books, I can’t always afford to own them.

Here are a few ideas that can help you support your favourite authors when you don’t have the money to buy books: [Read more...]

Riddle Quest Series – Book Launch

David McLean signs books

A few months ago, my local library started a writers group that I’ve been going to, and the boys have decided they wanted to come too. Through this group, we were invited to the launch of David McLean’s new series of books Riddle Quest.

When the boys heard about these books, they got really excited at the idea that each chapter had riddles in it. Mr Z was especially excited as riddles and word puzzles is something he really enjoys. So, the boys made sure we went. [Read more...]

Requesting books at the library

Request books for your library

Last week, I requested a book from my local library. It’s one published by a small publisher, this book in fact. It’s one that I want my kids to read as I think they will find it useful. A few days later I get a notification that this book had been purchased and is on its way. I couldn’t believe how quickly they processed my request! [Read more...]

I’m in a bit of shock…!

Chapter Book Challenge 2013

You won’t believe this, but two days ago I finished my rough draft for the Chapter Book Challenge! Over ten days, I wrote over 750 words to finish the story. Mr Z has read it and loves it. Mr N is about half way through and is enjoying it so far.

Right now I’m in the process of editing it to turn it in to a first draft. [Read more...]

Using old blog posts

Now is the time…

I have been a blogger since around 2006/2007, but the first post I still have is from 2008 on Business Mums Blog. For ages I’ve been wanting to turn these posts into a book or two to help small business owners.

It’s been really hot here in Melbourne, and my brain is fried. We have been spending most of our time inside by the air conditioner – almost perfect conditions for writing, except for the heat. Instead of working on a creative piece, like one of my chapter books, I’ve decided to go through and start work on turning blog posts to a book. [Read more...]

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