Writers' Web

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Jack Edwards

What book are you currently reading?

A Zac Power book

I like reading about?

I like reading about cool stuff like video games, comics and things that boys do.

Why do you like reading?

My parents have read to me every night since I was 8 months old and now I am reading to them.

What other things do you like to do?

I like eating chocolate, to bounce on the trampoline, roller skating, playing in the park and Mercedes cars. read more..

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Maxine Cox

I am a mad keen horror fan who also likes to dabble with the classics and the Russian Novelists.

I write a book blog and I am founder of, and Club Secretary for, Caffeine and Chapters Social Book Club on Queensland's Gold Coast.

My love of reading stems from childhood where I was a huge fan of The Famous Five and the Secret Seven.

For many years I read only horror until I joined a book club and expanded my horizons. Since then I have surprised myself by devouring 19th Century literature and becoming an admirer of Dostoevsky and Tolstoy. So many books, so little time, so I tend to choose my reads from the 1001 Books you Must Read Before You Die which has guaranteed me an excellent read every time (with the exception of The Naked Lunch by William Burroughs!).

If I enjoy a read via this website (and feel it suitable for my book club members) I would offer the opportunity to attend an 'author talk' with my club to promote and sell the book to my members. We have hosted successful talks in the past one of which included our home grown best seller Katherine Howell. read more..

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John Dickson

I'm a middle-aged guy, who has a strong belief in freedom of all types.

I have a practical side, which inclines me to prefer novels based on reality, or indeed true histories & biographies.

Current affairs, politics and philosophy also hold my interest in a story.

Show me some honesty & openness, & I'm keen to consider any ideas, no matter how bold!
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Melissa Barnett

Great stories are made every day, some get written down, more should.
When not reading I work on the family property (cattle +wine),garden, do some freelance writing for both hard copy and online publications, take photographs, pine for the sea and ocassionally visit the city for a decent coffee. read more..

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Gill Swires

I have always been a voracious reader and recently I had the ideal job, working part-time in a local bookshop for about 7 years. One of the perks was being able to read the proof copies sent out before publication - although it had its drawbacks in that there were umpteen typos that would leap out at you! We were also encouraged to read books from stock, to help with out customer service, so I was able to read books that I would not normally ie if I had to pay for them. As I also worked at a school I read the young adult fiction so that I could advise the librarian about suitability or otherwise. I have an eclectic taste, with a penchant for dystopian fiction, quirky humour, and what I can only call the authors delicious use of language, such as Alexander McCall Smith. When not reading I enjoy gardening and looking after our animals - including horses, camels, donkeys, goats, cats, dogs, ducks and chickens. I also have a husband. read more..

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Jane Grieve

Jane Grieve is a writer herself and loves the nuances of language and expression; reading is one of her favourite occupations. read more..

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Kylie Dungey

I am a mother of 4 boys. I love to read, mostly easy fiction and am currently having a go at writing my first novel. read more..

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Eligh Dungey

I am 8 years old and I love to read. My favourite books are Harry Potter. I also love Zac Power books. I want to be an author/screenwriter when I grow up. read more..

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Debi Benstead

My love of literature began in the classroom of an old British Grammar school and continues today in the warmth of a coffee shop, where I meet with my book club friends. I often leave these informal gatherings feeling that there was much more that I wished to contribute. Between the everyday routines of wife, mother, and dog walker, I am an artist and aspiring proofreader.


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Jillian Schedneck

I am the author of Abu Dhabi Days, Dubai Nights, a travel memoir published by Pan Macmillan. I love reading memoirs, literary fiction and nonfiction on science topics. read more..

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Chloe Hickson

I love to read books with mystery and that are fiction. I also love books about history and old fashioned fiction books set in colonial Australia. read more..

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Sharyn Macdonald

I work part time as a pediatric Speech Language Pathologist and part time as a Teacher of hearing impaired children. In my 'spare' time I love to read (obviously) across a range of genres, scrapbook and cook. I am married and have two teenage children. We live on a farm on the Darling Downs, Queensland. read more..

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Judith Flitcroft

I am a retired teacher, with a passion for reading and writing. I have a grown family and grandchildren. I also have interests in music
history and regularly help out at our local museum.The great loves of my life are my husband, family and our little farm. All our animals are spoiled rotten!! I run a Kids Club and have a great interest in children's theatre where I produce a pantomime every year for our local theatre with kids for kids. read more..

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Sierra Roan

I was raised on John Grisham (having read his complete works at the time by age 10), Jeffrey Archer and other such political and legal thrillers. At 13 I discovered 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy', a series that propelled me down the roads of black humor, sci-fi and fantasy. While my tastes swing more toward the bizarre and macabre, I admit that a well written story with compelling characters in any genre can win me over.
I have a Bachelors in Creative and Professional Writing and spend much of my spare time proofing and critiquing friends' manuscripts and University assignments. read more..

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Carrie Wilson

I am an avid reader, lover of books and try my best to come up with some short stories myself. I live in Toowoomba with my partner Neil and dog Jet, am studying Journalism. I have recently developed a travel bug and have big plans to travel the world. I also hope to be able to one day make a living out of reading and writing books! read more..

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Gina Baldassarre

I'm a 19 year old journalism and French student from Sydney, Australia. I live on books and orange juice. read more..

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Karlein Kwong

I am a student studying creative writing as a minor at university. I also love to read fantasy novels whether it is adult fantasy or YA.
Fantasy is a broad category, but I basically l like anything to do with the hero's quest, magic and even urban fantasy too.
Some fantasy novels I simply adore include James Moloney's "Book of Lies" and "Silvermay", Cinda Williams Chima's "The Demon King" and "Heir Series", Cassandra Clair's "The Mortal Instruments" and Victoria Hanley's "The Seer and the Sword" just to name a few from a super long list.

In addition to my love for reading fantasy, I am also working on my own hero's quest by writing a high-fantasy novel, hopefully as part of a trilogy. I started writing it four years ago, and in the process, have gone through many ups and downs. Despite the many downs I have faced, my passion for writing has continued to soar.

Through my own experience in writing my own book, I have developed critical skills when it comes down to editing and proofreading. I hope I can be of help to you and look forward to reading your works. read more..

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Sandra Seymour

My idea of bliss is retiring to the university library amongst the thoughts and words of writers. I enjoy reading a wide range of writing from theory and research to fantasy, girl candy and biographies. read more..

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Benita Bunting

I work with books by day and read them by night, so I guess it's just like Erasmus said -“When I have a little money, I buy books; and if I have any left, I buy food and clothes.”
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Jillian Langhammer

I cannot remember a time when I did not read. I grew up with John and Betty, progressing to the fun in The Magic Far Away Tree, then onto the adventures of The Favorite Five and The Secret Seven and at some stage grew up with Puberty Blues. I've read many, many books since then and my taste these days is quite diverse but my appetite for a good book has never waned. From crime to historical fiction, mystery and biography - even the book reviews in the weekend papers gets me in.

When I am not reading I write biographies for palliative care patients, and enjoy caring for my beautiful family. read more..

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Nikita McInnes

Nikita McInnes is a journalism student based in Melbourne. You'll find her radio work at SYN FM and writing at City Journal and The Catalyst Magazine. She loves the arts - books and reading in particular. read more..

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Belinda Crawford

Writer, web developer and avid bookworm I like nothing more than curling up with a good story and a cup of tea. read more..

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Esther Levy-Fenner

Esther is studying a Bachelor of Communication (PC) with a fetish for reading and all things artsy. Apart from smelling book pages and trawling over blogs, I am a music appreciator and friend to many, but mostly to my dog and my cat. read more..

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Sarah Day

I found it really difficult to commit to a list of favourite books - there's so many that I've left out and some I wasn't sure how to choose between. I find that instead of enduring favourites I have books that I really enjoy when I read them, tell everyone I know who loves reading to read them, and they really stick in my mind at the time for a range of reasons but perhaps get surpassed when another great book comes into my life. I have loved reading as long as I can remember and will devour all sorts of books at an alarming rate when I'm in the mood for it, earning myself the title of non-genre specific book nerd (from my partner, don't know how much that counts!). I also love the idea of writing, although am not very successful with this, so I'm excited about the idea of reviewing the writing of other people instead. read more..

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Kelly Exeter

Kelly is a writer, designer and reformed over-committer. She relies on books and running to keep her sane. read more..

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Nicole Beatty

My personal philosophy has always been that in order to become a writer you must first be a great reader. I crave quiet time to lose myself in a really good book--from poetry to biography and everything in between. I read with an open-mind and look forward to the experience that is about to unfold throughout the coming pages. read more..

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Lana Kerr

Lana Kerr (Ke Lan) grew up in a small country town in New Zealand, and was educated at Te Awamutu College. After marrying Peter and raising five children, the author and her husband moved to Australia; later moving to China for some years, working as ESL Teachers. Belatedly realising teaching was in her blood, this became a life changing experience for her.
Lana started writing poetry, expanding into creative writing. In her fifties Lana decided she needed to further her education, completing her International TESOL Teaching Licence in 2005, Bachelor of Arts in 2009; Master of Arts in Writing in 2012, and Certificate in Editing and Proofreading in 2012. Lana has established a website, www.englishstoriesforfun.com with the intention of providing students and ESL teachers with entertaining short stories that can be used as leisure reading or classroom activities.
Lana lives on the Gold Coast, Australia.
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Coral Nichols

Finally when my two daughters grew up I had time to persue my love of writing and reading. I worked hard at my craft achieving my diploma in Freelance Journalism, and Professional Writing for Children, and also Practical Proofreading and Editing Techniques.
I've entered many competitions achieving several first places, highly commendeds, and was shortlisted two years in a row in the Frustrated Writers Competition Mentor Program through the Children's Book Council of Australia, NSW branch. I also teach Writing for Children at Nepean Community College.
I love to read almost anything, with the exception of Sci-Fi, which is just not my thing. read more..

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EJ Harris

Reading is my main source of fuel, in what is otherwise a generally hectic and child-centric existence. I am continually searching for books which teach me more about the world and help me question my thoughts about life. As an undergraduate in Communications, a postgraduate of Business Studies and currently studying Masters in Writing, I have always been and hope to continue to be happily swamped in words! read more..

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Rensina van den Heuvel

I have written and self published my first adventure travel book, Russian Documents Mongolian Dust and love reading. I usually have two or three books on the go at once and love to read a diverse range of subjects.
I work from home most of the time as we live on a fairly remote 800 acres south of Mackay, Queensland.
At present I am writing my next book, (slowly) about our overland journey from Finland to Jordan in 2010 an ex Russian Military truck, a Gaz 66.
I have now completed my Diploma in Counselling and am working in the field of Life Coaching/Guide with my own business, working with my clients on Skype.'metamorphosisguide'
I have also been making Kimono's and Women's Evening Wraps/Tops from Indian Saree fabric and sell them from my facebook site
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Rensinas-Kimonos-and-Friendship-Bags/149511048449326?fref=ts

I am now getting ready to travel overseas again in a few weeks....Spain first then Morocco then???? This year we are running a 'walking and camping expedition' in Mongolia. 2014 I will run a trip in Morocco and a walking trip in Bulgaria.
The wet season is just beginning here in North Queensland so it's time to fly off to drier places.
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Teresa Lam

I am 18 years of age, and an avid reader, who is currently studying a Bachelor of Arts course to major in Librarianship and Cooporate Management.

For an extensive list of books, favourites, and reviews, head to my Goodreads account: http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/3597933-c read more..

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Katharina Logan

I am a freelance writer and editor and mother to a toddler. I blog a bit, read a lot of blogs and enjoy fiction and biography. My favourite book is Alice in Wonderland. read more..

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Holly Murphy

I love to read, and have been loving it ever since I learned how to do it. Barely a week has gone by where I haven't read at least one book. At the moment I'm a stay at home mum most of the time with two gorgeous little boys. The rest of the time I'm studying multimedia studies part time at university and working casually in an administrative assistant role. read more..

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Diane O'Nions

I am a British expat living in Michigan USA. My love of reading has blossomed over the past decade and I have a whole new appreciation for a tranquil place to curl up with a good book and escape the chaos of today! read more..

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Chantelle Pymble

I am 26 years old with a four year old son. I am a Conveyancing & Office Manager of a busy suburban law practice. I enjoy shooting, riding dirt bikes and I love to read. read more..

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Abbey English

I am a huge reader and love to read science fiction and romance novels.
When I can tear myself away from a good book, I love to do ballet, listen to music and talk to my friends. read more..

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Logan Johnson

I am Logan and I like to be active and musical when I am not reading or doing arts and craft. I do gymnastics and I play piano and percussion. I like to read Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Andy Griffiths, Paul Jennings, J.K. Rowling, Roald Dahl etc. I am very interested by these authors and got me into writing my very own books. read more..

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Britney Cawkwell

I love to dance and sing (when no one is looking or listening). I spend most of my spare time on the computer, reading my favourite books, drawing in my notebook (I do this reguarly) ,playing with with my labrodor puppy or trying to finish my two books. read more..

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Pete Loveday

I am a retired, mature man with more than enough years behind me to enjoy good mysteries, tales of Australian notables and historical saga's.
A lifetime of involvement in the printing industry has never diminished my love of books - printed or electronic. read more..

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Oliver Murphy

Hi, I'm Oliver and I am 5 years old. I start Prep next year and love reading books. I read each night with Dad or Mum and like a lot of different books that I choose from the library when I visit each week. I also love Lego and doing puzzles and other games. read more..

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Sharyne Muir

I'm a working single mum of 4 kids of various ages. They all share my love of reading whether its a book or iBook.
I love cuddling up with my kids and reading, letting them takes turns reading. It's OUR special time together. read more..

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Kasper Beaumont

Hi. I am a keen reader and dabble a little in writing myself. I hope to have a fantasy novel to share with you soon. I like to read a wide variety of books and to read to my children. I enjoy traveling and meeting new people. read more..

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David Cox

I like to read, and am currently undergoing a communications degree. I aspire to land a career as an editor, and some first hand experience with reviewing books is exactly what I need. read more..

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Tansy Bradshaw

I am a librarian, comedian, writer and blogger from Melbourne. read more..

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Raelene Purtill

Raelene is a full time Mum to three teenagers. Since she began writing as much as possible just two years ago, she has become fascinated by everything though she has always been eclectic in her interests. She has had two short stories published in anthologies and is now developing her skills in non fiction writing. read more..