Thanks for having me at your wonderful blog, Renee.
I had a nagging urge to write a particular novel for some time, but didn’t actually act on it until after the birth of my first baby, when I became a stay-at-home mum. I thought I would have heaps of time to write while looking after a baby and it was quite a shock to the system to discover otherwise. But I did join a writing group, the Lazy River Writers, who were very encouraging, and I slowly started to put pen to paper. It took me a few years to finish that novel manuscript – it was my way of leaning to write fiction.
What was your journey to published author like?
When I first started to take my writing seriously, I didn’t actually set out to write for children, but my own little darlings inspired me by giving me an idea for a picture book. That idea, “Magic Mummy” became my first manuscript for children, and eventually my first published book. I know I was incredibly lucky to have my first story for children accepted for publication but it didn’t happen quickly - I had been writing other types of fiction for five-six years beforehand. I nowADO RE writing for children.
What's the best part about writing for children?
Doing what I love and am passionate about, at the same time as being home for my children. I am able to fit my “creative” life around my “real” life.
What’s the hardest part about writing for children?
Having a manuscript I love rejected, and the fiscal challenge.
Tell us about your latest books.
I have had two picture books published in the last 12 months.
What was your journey to published author like?
When I first started to take my writing seriously, I didn’t actually set out to write for children, but my own little darlings inspired me by giving me an idea for a picture book. That idea, “Magic Mummy” became my first manuscript for children, and eventually my first published book. I know I was incredibly lucky to have my first story for children accepted for publication but it didn’t happen quickly - I had been writing other types of fiction for five-six years beforehand. I now
What's the best part about writing for children?
Doing what I love and am passionate about, at the same time as being home for my children. I am able to fit my “creative” life around my “real” life.
What’s the hardest part about writing for children?
Having a manuscript I love rejected, and the fiscal challenge.
Tell us about your latest books.
I have had two picture books published in the last 12 months.
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