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Human trafficking – a globalised travesty
Have just finished reading “Trafficked” by Kathleen Maltzahn. I’d tracked down the book because I was doing some research into the sex slave trade for my next novel. “Trafficked” is a compelling and disturbing read about the horrific treatment of young women brought into Australia, often illegally, to work in brothels where they then have Continue reading
Fleur McDonald blogging on Bronwyn Parry’s Blog
Contemporary Suspense with a love story. You can find two of my favourite Australian authors today on Bronwyn Parry’s blog. If you love suspense, action, Australia and a love story woven through a believable plot, then these writers are for you! Fleur’s debut book, Red Dust, was released earlier this year. Bronwyn’s second book, Dark Continue reading
Love those early mornings
If there’s one thing I miss most when I’m away from home (apart from husband and hound) it’s an early morning walk on the beach. The serenity of the ocean, laying the first footprints down the sand, watching the sun crack the horizon wide open with orange fire – each day is different, each sunrise Continue reading
Grumpy is good! Apparently?
Thanks to my sister for the following link to the BBC – ‘Feeling Grumpy is Good for you’ It seems someone was just grumpy enough to study whether being grumpy is actually a useful thing. Dr Joe Forgas, an Australian, is making headlines in the UK (and England may have some experience with grumpy old Continue reading
‘Plastiki’ – Message in a bottle?
Check out ‘Plastiki’ at – http://www.theplastiki.com/lo-fi/ – It’s a catamaran built from recycled plastic drink bottles and set to sail from the USA to Sydney. I remember going to see the Kon-tiki when I was very young so when I saw the name Plastiki in an ABC article I had to read further. Plastic Boats aren’t Continue reading
Spring time and Jacarandas
Springtime in Brisbane and the streets are lined in purple! When we lived in Bris I loved going to New Farm Park, with its graceful avenue of Jacarandas, having an ice-cream and strolling across the purple carpet. Had to take a photo of this one near the hotel I’m staying at… On our way to the Continue reading
The streets of Botany Bay
Most mornings when I’m in Sydney I go for a walk. The contrast from the beach where I live and the city is energising. I have the best of both worlds. I know the houses now by their dogs (and the occasional cat), by the smells from their gardens and by the muted mumblings of Continue reading
Diplomacy or honesty?
I chuckled my way through this article over morning coffee. “Diplomacy not a strong suit for Britain’s ambassadors as they head home.” The Australian has a story on the valedictory letters sent home by retiring ambassadors. Oh, but I’d love to see some more of them!! I think the Brits are wonderful (I’m married to Continue reading
Headed north…
At the airport and the sky sullen. I can sympathise. I feel like a sulky child that’s had her toy taken away. For one glorious week I’ve pretended to be a full-time writer. Now it’s back to reality… I’m a full-time pilot, and writer in my spare time. But I’ve had a taste now of Continue reading