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Sarah Jackson, Writers Journey

Guess who made the Australian Writer’s Centre Furious Fiction Fan list?

Yep! Me! Got to admit that I'm pretty chuffed. Check out their page here: https://www.writerscentre.com.au/blog/10-out-of-10-meet-the-furious-fiction-superfans/  Sarah Jackson (Victoria) Connect via sarahjacksonwriter.com What attracted you to Furious Fiction? I liked being part of a national project with other writers of similar background and experience. What do you like best about participating in Furious Fiction? I enjoy the… Continue reading Guess who made the Australian Writer’s Centre Furious Fiction Fan list?

Receiving feedback, Thought of the Day, Writers Journey

The terrifying arrival of constructive feedback

I have recently embarked on writing horror (a genre I enjoy immensely - and yes I accept that it is most certainly not to everyone's taste). I have been putting the feelers out by submitting two short stories to two different horror journals. "Good start!" I hear you shout enthusiastically. I was rejected by both.… Continue reading The terrifying arrival of constructive feedback

Book Reviews, Christmas, Holidays, Reading

Christmas reading suggestions

Looking for something light/fun/seasonal to read over the Christmas break? Maybe one of these will appeal? "For the Love of Christmas" by Kate Forster Rating: **** Genre: Fiction -  Chick Lit, Seasonal fiction I love Christmas stories, and this Novella is a gem. A family must pull together emotionally after the loss of a baby… Continue reading Christmas reading suggestions

Books, Children's Books, Christmas, Pete and the Persian Bottle

Looking for an Xmas gift for a child?

Why not consider "Pete and the Persian Bottle" by Sarah Jackson, a book for junior readers. Print or ebook available through  Amazon. About the book: Pete and the Persian Bottle is the story of nine-year-old Peter (Pete) Bartlett, an average boy, whose biggest wish is to stand out in a crowd, and not feel like the… Continue reading Looking for an Xmas gift for a child?