There is no better way to spend a Sunday morning than relaxing at the wonderfully eclectic Just Add Passion Emporium in Stoneville in the heart of Perth's hills. Owner Michelle Greening invited me along for an intimate setting with poetry readings from Graffiti Lane, book sales, and signings, with a glass of bubbly and nibbles to add to the ambiance. The morning rolled with an incredibly deep discussion with the group who attended, delving into life's complexities. Poetry has away of making people relax and open up the soul to bare. This event was no exception and I thank everyone who attended for the candid chat on so many important current issues. Just Add Passion also stocked up on signed copies of my book - it doesn't get much better than that! 

Launching Graffiti Lane around the country has been incredible. The Melbourne event was the first cab off the rank with a Literary Evening spent with on stage with two other authors, talking about resilience and the power it can have on shaping your life. Hosted by journalist Susan Wakefield, I had the privilege of speaking at the Library at the Dock with Danielle Aitken and Michelle Weitering. Each of us shared stories of resilience and overcoming obstacles. My own journey from being bullied in high school to where I am today is shared through elements of the poetry in Graffiti Lane, while Michelle has written her family memoir relating to her son Jesse's struggle with anxiety after being relentlessly bullied at school. Danielle Aitken talked about the somewhat taboo topic of IVF treatment that has been unsuccessful. Publisher Karen Mc Dermott flew in from WA to speak at the event and was joined in the audience by international rights agent, Natasha Solomun from The Rights Hive. Local press picked up on the event. 

​Thrilled to have a flash fiction piece shortlisted by Lapidus International, a not-for profit organisation. Lapidus use words and expressive arts to promote well-being and good mental health. The piece about kindness will be published in an e-book later this year with eight other authors. Writing with a cause #fuelforthesoul.