Manuscript submitted for assessment

Well I did it.  I submitted my children's book manuscript for an assessment. I submitted on time too - last Friday in fact.  Now I just have to wait 6-8 weeks to find out what they think of it. I will let you know how I get on - hopefully I won't need a total …

Melbourne Cup

Tomorrow is Melbourne Cup Day.  This is a wonderful time if you like horses (provided none get injured during the race and require putting down) or fashion.  It is also a public holiday here and most people take the opportunity to have an extra long weekend (taking both the previous Friday and Monday off as …