I'd like to give a plug to a couple of friends releasing new books soon.
Belinda Jeffrey is releasing her debut YA novel, Brown Skin Blue, this month. The launch will be at Avid Reader bookshop in West End, Brissie, Thursday 11th June. (6pm for 6.30) I've been very excited about this one ever since I had a sneak peak at the cover a few months ago. Belinda is an incredibly talented writer, and a very generous person. Brown Skin Blue should be a screaming success. Check out Belinda at www.belindajeffrey.wordpress.com
Talking of screaming successes:
Marele Day is launching her new novel, The Sea Bed, at the Byron Bay Writers Festival. This will be Marele's seventh book. Past successes have included 'Lambs of God' and the Claudia Valentine series. Marele was my mentor for my five days at Cooper's Shoot, and I'm so enamoured of her talent and willingness to help. If you want a sneak peak at The Sea Bed, go into a book shop and see if they have a little black Allen & Unwin '2009 fiction highlights' booklet. It describes Marele's book as: 'An illuminating story of love, family and change, told with simple humility and plain grace.'
I can't wait.
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I'll be at Belinda's book launch tonight - see you there.
It must have been such an enriching experience, being mentored by the wonderful Marele Day. I'll definitely keep an eye out for her at BBWF!
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