A big thank you to everyone who attended the launch of Pas De Deux, last night and made it such a success. Here's just one of the comments from last night's chat: 'Absolutely gorgeous. I love your words, and your voice - there’s nothing like hearing you read your work... Read more →

I was in the city again yesterday for another worksop with Writers Victoria. This time it was Theme, Symbolism and Imagery with Emily Bitto (who I think I accidentally called Anna at one point -- sorry Emily! My mind has been playing weird tricks on me lately). It makes two... Read more →

Last Saturday as part of the Pscyhogeography and the Suburbs workshop I did with Nick Gadd at the Wheeler's Centre in Melbourne, we went on an hour long walk through the CBD to make observations, take notes and follow our senses. The brief was to notice the details, the small... Read more →

It’s incredible to finally have actual, physical copies of my book instead of peering at proofs on a screen. To be able to hold it in my hands and flip through the pages. And you know, to see my name on the cover. Designing the cover and getting it right... Read more →

I'm in the middle of doing three writing classes at once. And organising a book launch for my second collection of poetry. Madness, I know! Two of my classes are online through Writing NSW. Online Poetry with Pip Smith is a 6 week course about writing poetry. Sense of Place... Read more →

Hint: it's not a cat... Read more →

{Image Credit: Not Very Quiet website} I love the title of this online poetry journal based in Canberra. Not Very Quiet accepts poetry from women poets of all ages, ethnicities and backgrounds. Speaking up and having your voice heard, appreciated and valued is so important for women whose voices are... Read more →

Yesterday I headed to Geelong for the launch of the Geelong Writers' Antholgy, from the inside looking out. It was hot but the afternoon drive from the hills to the ocean wasn't too bad once I'd cleared the city and was heading out of town along the highway. It was... Read more →

Last night saw me heading south to Bunjil Place in Narre Warren for the Littlefoot and Co spoken word night. Bunjil Place is an incredible venue. If you haven't had a chance to check it out, it's well worth the trip. They have an incredible program of events throughout the... Read more →

I ususally make lentil soup but I didn't have enough lentils in the cupboard so I was forced to be creative. It's wonderful how perceived limitations can actually be blessings in disguise. They force us to look at things differently and change what we do and come up with new... Read more →