Dear me,
Best Regards
Portfolio
Written under the set theme of 'Mystic Waters, and the 2024 Mulga Bill award winner, this moving and powerful story depicts the self-discovery and renewal as Billie and her daughters face a new beginning.
Dan has dedicated his life to the family wheat farm, and his relentless labor, day and night, has exacted a heavy price. With his family departed, he confronts a pivotal decision that will shape his future. The narrative also unfolds within the thematic realm of 'Mystic Waters'.
Grace and her mother's relationship had taken its toll over the years, and then her mother is diagnosed with terminal cancer. Reconnecting, they embark on a journey of healing, love and forgiveness. And when Grace stumbles across a treasure, it becomes a powerful tool, reminding her of the bond they shared, and helping her to finally grieve.
Polly is stunned when she inherits a dilapidated house in the affluent neighborhood where she works as a cleaner, having always believed the owner held her in contempt. In an act of defiance, she plants a vegetable garden in the front yard, which leads to an unexpected twist: her home becomes a beacon of hope for her neighbors, and she realizes it was she who had misjudged them, not the other way around.
In a world of cats versus dogs, where do you stand? Enjoy this whimsical look into the very real debate of a cat owner, who dreams of owning a dog.
In the midst of a summer adventure in Robe, a girl teetering on the edge of childhood and adolescence finds herself grappling with the bittersweet realization that her carefree days are morphing into an unfamiliar world she's not quite prepared to navigate
Dear me,
Best regards
Welcome
This website showcases my portfolio of short stories, which include 'Frankie' the winner of the 2024 Mulga Bill writing award . These stories are set in Australia and explore themes of love, loss, grief strength, and endurance.
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Best Regards,
Michelle
'Frankie'
As the theme of “Mystical Waters” encompassed many subjects, ideas, flights of fancies, fantasy and sheer imagination “Frankie” stood out as a story that will simply, and purely resonate with many people. The language beautifully and evocatively describes the mundane, creating its’ own mystical veil over a simple yet moving story. Divorce, uprooting family and place, taking chances, being courageous and finding oneself in a place of comfort will tug at many of our hearts and memories of shared experiences. The Australian spirit that the reader can feel soaking through the paper into sun heated skin connects us all. And offers us the reminder that something as normal as a dam can be both lifesaving and soul renewing.
Powerful writing and vibrant descriptions really arouse your senses.
Leslie Baker - Judge 'Mulga Bill' Award
About the Author
My partner and I, along with our cat live in the Adelaide Hills, and adjusting to the recent quiet of an empty nest. Writing has become a significant and therapeutic tool for me, starting with my daughter's sudden passing and evolving into my love for storytelling.
When I lost both my parents in the years that followed, I made the decision to write instead of pursuing a Psychology honors program.
My debut novel, "Will You Remember Me," is awaiting publication, and I am currently 20,000 words into my latest work, incorporating elements of violence, crime, and more colorful language. I received the Eaglehawk Mulga Bill National writing award in 2024, which helped me develop my own website to display and share my short story collection.
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Purple bathers and a yellow van
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In this captivating coming of age story, we follow the journey of a young girl as she navigates the transition from childhood to adolescence. This story will resonate with readers of all ages. Follow the link on 'Portfolio' page
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Longlisted the Northern Beaches Readers 2024, this is a must-read for anyone for a heartfelt and story.
