The Night Whistler by Greg Woodland is an absolute ripper Aussie crime thriller, with the heft of history and heart. The Night Whistler Synopsis The summer of 1966–7. Hal and his little brother have just come to live in Moorabool. They’re exploring the creek near their new home when they find the … [Read more...]
The Safe Place by Anna Downes, Review: Bursting with dark secrets
The Safe Place, former actress Anna Downes' debut is a thrilling novel packed to bursting with atmospheric tension and dark secrets. The Safe Place Synopsis No phones. No outsiders. No escape. For struggling actress Emily Proudman, life in London is not working out as planned – in fact, it’s … [Read more...]
Mammoth by Chris Flynn: Fresh perspective on age old lessons
In Mammoth, Chris Flynn's cutting humour and evocative characterization offers fresh perspective on age-old lessons, and most importantly hope. Mammoth Synopsis Narrated by a 13,000-year-old extinct mammoth, this is the (mostly) true story of how a collection of prehistoric creatures came to … [Read more...]
Teigan Margetts on writing children’s books to change the world
Today we welcome Teigan Margetts, children's author and co-founder of Ethicool Books, to discuss their publishing ethos and share the story behind her book 'Simon and the Sad Salad'. Plus, Ethicool Books is very generously offering readers worldwide the chance to win a $50AUD Gift Card and thus, … [Read more...]
Fool Me Once: Q&A with Karly Lane on her latest rural romance
Today we welcome bestselling author Karly Lane (The Wrong Callahan, Mr Right Now) to discuss the release of her enticing new rural romance Fool Me Once (Allen&Unwin). Q&A with Karly Lane on Fool Me Once Congratulations on the publication of your 15th novel! How are you feeling about … [Read more...]
Alison Booth’s The Philosopher’s Daughters: Inquiring historical fiction
The Philosopher's Daughters by Alison Booth is captivating and thought-provoking historical fiction tackling discrimination with artistic impact. Read on for my full review. The Philosopher's Daughters Synopsis A tale of two very different sisters whose 1890s voyage from London into remote outback … [Read more...]
PREY author L.A. Larkin on a pandemic book launch
Today we welcome author L.A. Larkin to discuss her new novel PREY and how the global pandemic has affected this book launch and her writing. Plus, thanks to Clan Destine Press and Bloodhound Books we have 2 ebook copies to giveaway worldwide. L.A. Larkin launches new thriller PREY Smile! … [Read more...]
Almost a Mirror: Kirsten Krauth on new novel & healing creativity
Today we welcome author Kirsten Krauth to discuss her new book Almost a Mirror, and the healing power of creativity and the everyday sacredness of family and friendship. ALMOST A MIRROR: Kirsten Krauth I was sitting on the steps leading up to what used to be the Crystal Ballroom in St Kilda. … [Read more...]