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Book Review Coming… Hades by Candice Fox
Another great book recommendation from NetGalley. Can't wait to get stuck into it this week! A dark, compelling and original thriller that will have you spellbound from its atmospheric opening pages to its shocking climax. Hades is the debut of a stunning new talent in crime fiction. Hades Archer, the…
Goodbye Sue Townsend…
I loved the Adrian Mole books and have fond memories of watching the gentle awkwardness in the TV series in the 1980's. Sue Townsend was an extremely good writer and her books were loved by many, I hope this post encourages new readers who will enjoy her work as much…
Vote for Duffy….. Please!
If you like my posts please take the time to vote for me in the AWC peoples choice award! Click on the badge above, select Duffy the Writer and complete the very short survey. You will see there are plenty of entries so every single vote counts! Like my…
Book Review…. Saving Amy (Winehouse)
Saving Amy had me interested from the moment I saw the weatherbeaten, vintage look cover. The book looks like it has been poured over many times, dropped, ripped and then stored in a dusty box even though it is brand new. The cleverness of the book cover was not lost…
A very treasured gift…. Letters of Note
I received a very treasured gift this weekend from some truly lovely people! I have waited patiently for this book as it has been out of print or on back order in many bookshops across Australia and as soon as you turn the pages you can see why! Where else…
Happy 45th Birthday to The Very Hungry Caterpillar!
The Very Hungry Caterpillar turned 45 this month. So many children across generations have loved and enjoyed this book and will do for many years to come. So what makes a classic children's book? I thought back to my earliest memories of learning to read and my favourite books. They…
Sounds on a Sunday…. Kisstory Edition
Perfect Sunday tune. Forgot about old Craig David completely until my sister sent me a KISSTORY Compilation. Gold. Turn it up, bounce it out as you wake up and enjoy your sunday! Although when he sings his own name I think this Thanks Leigh
Book Review Coming.. Saving Amy
I was always a big fan of Amy Winehouse and am interested in finding out how her addiction affected her family and the struggles with alcoholism and drug addiction she faced. No matter how rich, talented or famous you may be, it seems there is something darker and more powerful…
Book Review – Black Moon – Can you sleep?
Imagine if one night you couldnt get to sleep. Just lying there awake, unable to drift off. Imagine if you couldn't sleep the following night or the night after that, the days and nights begin to blur as your speech begins to slur, anxiety and frustration consume every minute and…
Love Lego? Live in Sydney?
I posted this blog for a client a, but wanted to share the details of a neat little show which any Lego fan living in Sydney should go and see! A great little exhibition to take the kids to after watching the much anticipated movie. SYDNEY BRICK SHOW The Sydney…