This is a review of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time by Author Mark Haddon. Imagine that you found your neighbor’s dog murdered in your front yard.  You are prompted by your favorite teacher to write a […]

One of the most exciting aspects of being writer is that we can often explore highly creative pursuits that exist beyond just the words on a page. We manufacture ideas in our imaginations and these ideas can be expressed through printed […]

We’ve caught up with CBCA notable author Vikki Conley to hear what she’s been up to in the storytelling space. What’s something great that you’re doing right now? As part of a Stonnington Shire arts grant, I’m working alongside the […]

I have loved poetry ever since I was a small person, and so any chance to check out a new poetry book is always so very welcome.  This volume of magical poems is just a beautiful little jewel, and though […]

Discover first hand Michelle Obama’s modest childhood growing up in the Robinson family. Along with her older brother Craig, they lived in an upstairs apartment in her Great Aunt’s place on the south side of Chicago. Her parents taught them […]

One day you suddenly learn that you’re the soul daughter of the God of thunder. From there your life is flipped upside down as you try to fight off the Gods most evil villain, who is your biological father!  Wouldn’t […]

When I was in year 5, I fell in love for the first time. I knew with burning clarity that this guy would understand my 11-year-old soul like no one else could. I wasn’t sure how Gilbert and I would […]

Our lucky winner is… Alexis Brightwell, QLD Congratulations!  You have won a copy of this exquisite Mother’s Day Pack to share with Mum.  Enjoy! Thank you to ALL who entered.  May 9, 2021 at 11:30PM DimbutNice

Mums often hear the sentiment, ‘You’re the best, Mum!’ from their adoring offspring. The unconditional love youngsters possess for their mothers, is the stuff the best heart-tugging movies and tear-jerking works of fiction are made of, almost too good to […]

This first in a new series is like a glorious pudding filled with many delicious ingredients: witches, ghosts, dragons and other magical creatures, sinister villains, secrets, adventure, mystery, magic, lots of humour, and touches of history, folklore, and legends.  Clearly, […]