All set!

Did you know that RMS Titanic didn't have an official launch celebration? That's right, no smashing of champagne bottles on her bow.
And we know what happened after that!

That's why I'm thrilled former Black Dog Books publisher Andrew Kelly  will launch Forget Me Not at The Titanic Theatre Restaurant tomorrow, at 1.30.  If you are in Williamstown tomorrow, I'd love you to join us.

 David and his crew have been so supportive and enthusiastic, for which I am very grateful as has Sue at Book And Paper in Williamstown. There will be cake (thanks to my dear friend Corinne Fenton) and champagne.
Hope to see you there.

Otherwise will see you Monday as the Forget Me Not blogtour continues at Forget Me Not!

What a week!

It's been an emotional and busy week.
Impending launches, blog tours, but most of all, the departure from the school where I teach of a much-loved, inspirational, fun, child-focused principal. Angela is moving on to a new school leaving the staff, students and community here a much richer place for her being here. She has certainly had an enormous impact on me. Today has been filled with much laughter, tears and thanks. How lucky we have all been to have worked, laughed and taught with Angela.

And of course, the blog tour continues. What a day with Sheryl! Her questions were just what people wanted to know.
Friday I'll be visiting Tara Calaby to talk about research and the real characters in Forget Me Not. Look forward to seeing you there.

Sailing North to Visit Sheryl Gwyther...

Next stop on the Forget Me Not Blog Tour is Sheryl Gwyther's blog where I'll be chatting about one of my favourite things - working with young people. Sheryl is a fellow author and friend who is passionate about writing and encouraging kids to read. It's always fantastic to catch up with her.

Hope to see you at Sheryl's blog, too!

The Blog Tour Begins...

Wednesday is not only my gorgeous niece's fourth birthday (Happy birthday Anna B!) but it's the first day of the Forget Me Not Blog Tour.

The tour kicks off with a visit to Michael's Little Elfman where he quizzes me on what I would take on a journey across the world. I love catching up with Michael. He makes me laugh and think! See you there.

Forget Me Not Blog Tour

The dates are set and the bloggers are ready.
The Forget Me Not Blog Tour kicks off on March 28 and runs until after the Forget Me Not Launch at the Titanic Restaurant in Williamstown on April 1. Thanks so much to the lovely people who are hosting the tour - I can't wait to visit.

A lovely piece of trivia about the tour - it kicks off on my gorgeous niece's birthday (Forget Me Not is dedicated to her along with my other niece and three nephews) and finishes on my dear friend's birthday. Nicely bookended!

See you on the tour - we'll be chatting about everything from grand pianos to autograph books.

Happy Launch Day!

With my daughter turning 18 this week (very exciting times!) I've been preoccupied with sourcing gifts, finalising celebrations and all things organisational. I bustled home today, my brain bulging with things to do, and stopped at the mail box. Inside was a 'Happy Publication Day!' card from the Walker Crew, the back signed by the many people who helped make this book happen. That's right - it's March and Forget Me Not hits the bookstores today.

So much effort by so many people goes into the publication of a book, so publication day sure is something to be celebrated. I stood and read the card, overcome by immense gratitude, excitement and wonder.

After a few moments reflection, I returned to my to do list - and added 'Check on arrangements for Forget Me Not launch on April 1'.