Miss my radio interview with ABC’s Rhianna Patrick and literature expert Sarah Mayor Cox from La Trobe University on YA, books, THE INTERN, FAKING IT and much, much more last night?* Clickity click right HERE. If that wasn’t enough fun, I also did a Facebook chat on the ABC’s Rhianna Patrick Show page afterwards. Here’s what went down. Ben: Gabby.…
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Hello to you, my peanut-butter-and-honey-covered crumpets! Sorry I’ve been MIA, my laptop took me hostage, but I wrestled it to the ground and broke free so I could fill you in on what’s going on in my world. How’s everything with you? Your hair’s grown a lot since we last spoke. And is that a…
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My little Nettie, Happy Mother’s Day! Before we begin, maybe ask Dad to bring you a Kleenex – I know what you’re like, well, what we’re all like in this family, and it’s best to be prepared. Ready? I’ll get one, too. Let’s do this… I was 19 when I first saw you as more than a…
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Ahoy Sydney folks! On Wednesday night, April 22, the legendary Will Kostakis, brilliant Jessica Shirvington and I will be talking books, writing, YA, career and all things in between (hot chips, if I get a chance/super-hungry) at Customs House, Circular Quay. Tickets are free and this Kinokuniya Sydney event is open to all ages – so…
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GUYS! One of my favourite parts of being an author is working with aspiring writers and passionate readers. So, I am proud to be offering a FREE author talk and workshop on Monday in Sydney and I would love to see you there. Don’t forget to register and may the words be with us! :)…
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My exciting news for the week: my debut YA novel THE INTERN has been longlisted for the Gold Inky in the Inky Awards. I am so, so, so honoured to be included in the top 10 Australian YA novels of 2014 – talk about a dream come true! Look at this incredible line-up. A little…
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