How Modern Authors Deal with Rejection
When you think about how many now-famous authors were repeatedly rejected by publishers, it makes you wonder whether writing is a worthwhile profession, let alone writing a one-off book, such as a memoir.
The Gum Tree: A Poem by S. Thomas Montgomery
S. Thomas Montgomery, a poet from the small town of Goondiwindi located on the border of Queensland and NSW, shares his beautiful poem, The Gum Tree.
Researching Australian Entertainment History
Researching Australian entertainment history was a challenge well worth the effort. When The Glitter Fades encapsulates the 1920s to 1950s in an engaging generational saga, love triangle revenge story of murder and mayhem among spectacular performances.
Sydney Writers’ Festival 2025 – Jacqx’s Highlights
The Sydney Writers’ Festival was a stimulating opportunity to delve into a smorgasbord of books and author talks.
What Inspires Me to Write?
Jacqx Melilli shares what inspires her to write and what she’s learnt about mastering the craft of writing.
Gold Nuggets From GenreCon 2025 Writers Conference
Attending GenreCon presented by the Queensland Writers Centre was like plugging myself into a power point to recharge my creative batteries and, in the process, getting overloaded with great marketing tips, and inspiring stories of writer’s successes.