

SCBWI Conference
Loved every minute of hanging out with my writing buddies in Sydney for a weekend of fun at the Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators International Conference. On the Saturday I had paid for three face-to-face editor appointments to receive feedback on my works in progress. They each gave me valuable suggestions which I am implementing as I re-write and polish my work. Unfortunately I was feeling rather ill that weekend and so had to put myself to bed early each n


The Inside Story of SCBWI
My gorgeous author friends were snapped by the Courier Mail, Brisbane, photographer while I was interviewed regarding the inaugural, international SCBWI Inside Story event of which I was the Queensland organiser. The inaugural Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators Inside Story event was held at Black Cat Books in Brisbane. This was an international event taking place on the same weekend in 12 cities across the world. It was a wonderful opportunity for young read


Journey of the Book
The Society of Children's Book Writer's and Illustrators held an exhibition at The Brisbane City Library called "Journey of the Book: Celebrating Books from idea to publication". Books and their ephemera were displayed in a series of glass cases in which authors and illustrators showcased the process of their creation – first drafts, letters to publishers, rough illustrations, and other bits and pieces that inspired their first idea to publication. #JourneyoftheBook #SCBWI