Richard Kinnon, set up the marquee with hay, a fire and sheep in the corner of the tent. He had a large TV showing a video of the Longreach OUTBACK PIONEERS station. He was ready to tell us a yarn about his life. Richard was homeschooled and he didn't listen to his mum. He and… Continue reading Richard Kinnon – Somerset StoryFest Presentations 1st April, 2026…
Author: jillsmith
I am an author of SciFi Books 'Dual Visions' and it's follow up 'Vashla's world' now retitled Book 1 and Book 2 of the Ancient Alien Series, as I've written the third in the series currently titled Travellers. I also write book reviews, articles and short stories. As a member of The Ten Penners, I've written six short stories in a collaborative our anthology for children called Fan-tas-tic-al Tales (released 2009), and nine stories including a novella in Mystery, Mayhem & Magic (released 2017). They are both available in hard copy and on Amazon as ebooks. I also contributed to 'Spooktacular Stories' a Share Your Story anthology launched in October 2019, and have another story accepted in the 2020 ‘Tell em your dreaming’ anthology to be released late 2020. I blog to showcase my work. My book reviews appear in PIO (Pass It On) and e-Writeabout. I'm a happy Grandmother to two beautiful girls, wife of the ever tolerant Clive, mother of our son Simon and mum in law to Cassie. I lead a busy life.
Jessica Townsend Nevermoor Series catch up…
Jessica Townsend Nevermoor Series catch up. Following from yesterday and my recap of the first session I attended at Somerset StoryFest on the 1st of April, I'm sharing the YouTube recap by her of her first four books in the series. I can't wait for the next instalment. https://youtu.be/Wl6xhe0Kyts Key Aspects of Morrigan Crow: The… Continue reading Jessica Townsend Nevermoor Series catch up…
Somerset StoryFest presentations Wednesday 1st April…
I arrived at Somerset and waited at the back gate for my friend Kate. The last time I was at Somerset car parking was difficult to find, little did I know that in the intervening years a carpark had been built on what was the very wet oval that previously I stumbled across to reach… Continue reading Somerset StoryFest presentations Wednesday 1st April…
Susanne Gervay Australian writer and inspiration…
Suzanne Gervay is an Australian writing icon. I've read many of her books. I love her variety and forthright approach to difficult issues. https://youtu.be/-LE3S9B4ldQ My Review I AM JACK I am Jack #1 I am Jack (I am Jack #1) by Susanne Gervay My Review Jill Smith copyright September 7, 2016 This is a great little… Continue reading Susanne Gervay Australian writer and inspiration…
Book Review – the Twins at St Clare’s…
I did read this book in 2023 and have just read it again in 2026. I enjoyed it just as much and didn't mind the language being very British. Jill Smith's Reviews > St. Clare's: The Twins at St. Clare's St. Clare's: The Twins at St. Clare's & The O'Sullivan Twinsby Enid Blyton Jill Smith's review copyright… Continue reading Book Review – the Twins at St Clare’s…
Liv Lorkin’s Book Launch at Somerset StoryFest the last day of the event…
Liv Lorkin's Book Launch at Somerset StoryFest today was magical. The children were enthralled, so much so, they came to her first session and back for the second to launch Gnoming About. Liv Lorkin is an Australian-based author, illustrator, and visual storyteller known for creating intentional children's books that address complex emotions like grief with soft florals, patterns, and mixed… Continue reading Liv Lorkin’s Book Launch at Somerset StoryFest the last day of the event…
The Magic Faraway Tree Movie…
My review of the book is first, then images of a wonderful movie experience. The book is different in that the family is not the same as the book. An up to date image of kids having withdrawal from electricity, mod cons, and computer games. The Faraway Tree #2 The Magic Faraway Tree Enid Blyton Jill… Continue reading The Magic Faraway Tree Movie…
Book Review HOOKED on TROUBLE…
I love reading local authors, and Gold Coast Writers work, Arnold is a talented writer and Jennifer's illustrations are wonderful. This is the second book in the Jeremy and Melissa adventure series by Arnold Van der Vegt, a member of Gold Coast Writers. This book is also illustrated by my friend and fellow member of… Continue reading Book Review HOOKED on TROUBLE…
Somerset StoryFest 30th March to 1st April…
The Countdown is complete! The StoryFest starts today! Your Stories are About to Start We look forward to welcoming you to this year’s Storyfest Gold Coast. With our cornerstone event fast approaching, we wanted to share some important information and updates. With so much on offer at this year's festival, we remain committed to providing… Continue reading Somerset StoryFest 30th March to 1st April…
Book Review – Femme Light a wanderer novel…
This is the start of a series I'm sure I'll continue. Another book by a talented Australian/New Zealand author I purchased at Book Fest last year. The cover is evocative and represents the book well. Jill Smith's Reviews > Femme: Light Femme: Light (A Wanderer Novel)by Delia Strange (Goodreads Author) Jill Smith's review copyright Mar 25, 2026 really… Continue reading Book Review – Femme Light a wanderer novel…
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