I’m an Australian children’s author. Welcome to my website.
I write novels, chapter books, school plays and short stories for young readers and the young at heart … stories I aim to not let you go until the very last page. Check out my blog too – about the writing life and about my stories.
MOST RECENT NOVEL …
In Australia’s Great Depression, two Shakespearean actors are forced to leave their daughter, Adversity at the Emu Swamp Children’s Home. When it appears they’ve drowned in a flood, Addie is left in the villainous hands of Matron Maddock. Together with Macbeth, her Shakespeare-quoting cockatiel, the feisty runaway embarks on the adventure of a lifetime.
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“Sweet Adversity is a rip-roaring, feel-good, grab-the-nearest-redhead-and-pinch-their-gorgeous-cheeks read…”
Alison Stegert. GoodReads
“Sweet Adversity is a champion for Shakespeare and theatre … a wonderful and accessible introduction to Shakespeare for young readers ….”
Madison’s Library. GoodReads
“an uplifting story of perseverance; resonating sass and staunchness in times of adversity whilst triumphing a slice of Australian history that made me want to drum the floorboards with acclamation. Bravo!”
Dimity Powell. GoodReads
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- September 19 … history repeats itselfThe Miners Memorial Day Service is held on 19 September every year – a date marking the anniversary of … Continue reading September 19 … history repeats itself
- The mountain … the history and the peopleThe mountain has seen many changes over its 400,000 million year old history. A sacred monolith, known for centuries … Continue reading The mountain … the history and the people
- The girl … another time, another passionEvery time I write a novel, I don’t plan to add something I’m passionate about – like art, music, … Continue reading The girl … another time, another passion
- The girl … another history, another cultureOne of my earliest memories is our grandmother trying to keep us kids within the confines of our north … Continue reading The girl … another history, another culture
