Savage Ironies
Blaise was a big believer in book launches. She saw them as a celebration of all the hard work an author’s put into their book. At Blaise’s funeral, her mother, … Continued
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Publishing Internships
As an avid reader and writer, a career involving the magic of words appealed to me from a very young age. I was constantly in awe of the worlds and … Continued
How lowbrow fiction is carrying us across the murky waters of this pandemic
In early 2020, Melbournians in lockdown found freedom in new hobbies: baking a fresh loaf of sourdough, learning to crochet, tie-dying jeans, or learning the latest TikTok dance. When the … Continued
Mystery of the Missing Female Detectives
A dead body found in an abandoned house, a missing child reappearing after 20 years, a murder on a train stuck in the snow. Mysteries, crimes and thrillers are my … Continued
Let Us Help You
Often, this blog is dedicated to writing fiction. This week, we’re going to look at writing nonfiction – specifically, books that are designed to showcase the author’s expertise and knowledge … Continued
Publishing internship: Meandering along the writing path with happiness
I was quite chuffed when Blaise asked me to write this week’s blog. I’m three months into my six month internship here at Busybird Publishing. I find myself looking forward … Continued
Making It
There’s always been a romanticism attached to writing – the thought of sitting up endless nights, pounding away at the keyboard, telling a story only you can tell. Many inexperienced … Continued
Looking Forward
Last night was Busybird’s Christmas Party/Open Mic Night 40 – a fantastic way to see out the year. In a night filled with merriment, feasting, and great readings, we also … Continued