Why hello
Hello. I'm Gabrielle Tozer. Thanks for popping by my corner of the internet. Shall I put the kettle on? (Correct answer: yes.) Sorry I didn’t tidy up.
A little about me: I am an award-winning author, freelance writer and editor based in regional New South Wales with a weakness for hot chips, pop culture and wrangling words. I am the author of seven books, including Can’t Say It Went to Plan, Remind Me How This Ends, Melody Trumpet, Peas and Quiet, Faking It and The Intern, which won the 2015 State Library of Victoria’s Gold Inky Award.
My non-fiction piece ‘Lessons in Growing Up’ was recently featured in the Teacher, Teacher Anthology, edited by Megan Daley, while my short story ‘The Feeling from Over Here’ was in the award-winning Begin, End, Begin: A #LoveOzYA Anthology. The Unexpected Mess of It All is my latest young adult novel (out May 4), and I'm currently collaborating on a trio of picture books with award-winning illustrator Sophie Beer.
When I’m not writing books, I’m working as a freelance journalist, sub-editor, copywriter and social media specialist for magazines, websites, agencies, businesses and brands. I’m addicted to sharing my passion for creativity and storytelling, so you’ll also find me chatting at festivals, in schools or with the media whenever someone lets me near a microphone. I've also been featured on Weekend Today, Triple J, Triple M and ABC Radio, as well as in The Sydney Morning Herald, Dolly, Girlfriend, TV Week, Law Society Journal and Cosmopolitan. Anyway, have a snoop around and thanks again for visiting my nook. You’re a delight. Yes, you. No, not that person eating a hot dog behind you. YOU.
OUT MAY 4
Tozer shows that fun novels categorized as chick lit can deal with much more than consumerism and superficiality. No faking: Tozer’s new novel is a memorable read.
Amy Cummins, VOYA / Barnes & Noble
Gabrielle Tozer has delivered another relevant, contemporary fiction novel for teens with FAKING IT, as we once again experience the world of glossy magazines and all the angst involved in transitioning from dependent teenager to independent adult. Funny, entertaining and engaging, FAKING IT also offers teen readers some very relevant messages about the importance of staying true to yourself, even if that truth is simply admitting that you have no idea what you are doing. Both THE INTERN and FAKING IT are highly recommended for readers looking for entertaining contemporary fiction for teens that is both light-hearted and insightful.
- Kids’ Book Review
Who I’ve Worked With
Need help with a writing or editing project? Let me wrangle those pesky words into shape for you, your brand or your publication. I offer a number of services that can be tailor-made to suit you and your needs. Drop me a note for a personalised quote.
Here are some of the clients I've worked with over the past 14 years...
