Category Archives: Author Interviews

Meet Danielle Hughes: Australian Author of the ‘Mystica’ Trilogy

Posted on October 15, 2021 by Rebecca Fraser

Today on the Writing and Moonlighting couch, my special guest is Danielle Hughes, Australian author of The Lost Unicorn, and the soon-to-be-released first book in her middle grade fantasy trilogy: Mystica. I had the privilege of being an advance reader … Continue reading →

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The Story Behind the Stories: Inspiration for ‘Coralesque’.

Posted on June 26, 2021 by Rebecca Fraser

Do you like to know the ‘story behind the story’ when it comes to sources of inspiration for written works? I do—I love when authors include the inspo for their tales in their publications. The story catalysts and accompanying thought … Continue reading →

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Interview with Australian Visual Storyteller, Nicola Tierney

Posted on August 2, 2020 by Rebecca Fraser

I’m delighted to have Australian Visual Storyteller, Nicola Tierney, drop by the Writing and Moonlighting couch today for a chat about everything from her new book The Gribble’s Gift to her creative influences, to her miniature fantasy models, and her … Continue reading →

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An Interview with Verse Novelist, Kristy-Lee Swift

Posted on May 25, 2017 by Rebecca Fraser

Last weekend I had the pleasure of attending the book launch of It’s Your World, the debut young adult novel from Kristy-Lee Swift: fellow member of Peninsula Writers’ Club, talented writer, and all round cool chick.   It’s Your World, … Continue reading →

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An Interview with Horror Writer and Editor, Suzie Lockhart

Posted on February 11, 2017 by Rebecca Fraser

February is Women in Horror Month (WiHM), a grassroots, international initiative which encourages, supports, and showcases the underrepresented work of women in the horror industries. 2017 sees WiHM enter its eighth year, so for those wondering if such an initiative … Continue reading →

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Meet Liz Hicklin, Writer & Performance Poet.

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Rebecca Fraser

I’ve met many people this year who have enriched my life. One of them is charismatic writer and performance poet, Liz Hicklin, who I met through local writerly circles. Liz recently launched her latest volume of comedic verse Can’t Drive … Continue reading →

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Eggs, Aliens and Steampunk . . . Helen Stubbs is in the Spotlight

Posted on July 23, 2011 by Rebecca Fraser

I’m so excited to have the ridiculously talented Helen Stubbs as a very special guest on my blog this week. Helen is a Gold Coast-based writer and a real name to watch in Speculative Fiction. I’ve had the privilege of … Continue reading →

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