Author photo shoot #saycheese
Thinking about getting professional photos done for promotion and social media? Me too. I called on wonderful professional photographer and…
How to make a book trailer
Making a decent book trailer is a challenge, no doubt about it. But with a few handy iMovie tips and…
I’m on paranormal romance author Darian Smith’s blog!
Making a Splash – Jan Goldie talks about “A Mer-Tale” Jan Goldie is the New Zealand based author of the…
Thought about writing a play?
Recently a couple of teachers at my daughters’ primary school asked if I’d mind joining them for a brainstorming session…
Green Man Green Man Green Man
There’s something about creating something, out of nothing. We do it when we write. Ideas pop into our heads, seemingly…
Three things I learned at the Auckland Writers Festival 2015
1) If you don’t like swearing, don’t go to Poetry Idol. It’s filthy, brutally honest, dig your heart out and…
A free fantasy writing comp inspired by Terry Pratchett
The death of an esteemed and much loved fantasy writer inspired the staff of Inkitt writing platform to run their…
Goodreads Giveaway! Enter to win.
Are you on Goodreads? A fun community of avid readers, it’s a treasure trove of inspiration if you’re looking for…
Characters Are Onions
I’ve recently re-joined my local writer’s group and have been inspired by how motivated and encouraging the members are. Some…

Stray Thoughts and Chance Meetings
It’s funny how stray thoughts and serendipitous meetings can inspire creative ideas. Recently I bumped in to an acquaintance of…