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Bitter Greens: Book Review

Posted on June 27, 2012 by InkAshlings

Bitter Greens, Kate Forsyth, Random House Publishers, 2012. RRP: $32.95 Aus.  Bitter Greens is Australian fantasy author, Kate Forsyth’s newest offering; adult, historical and a little bit magical. Before I go on to review this book, I have to admit something … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Metro Winds

Posted on June 14, 2012 by InkAshlings

Metro Winds, Isobelle Carmody, Allen and Unwin Publishers, 2012. RRP: $24.99 Australian. Metro Winds is beloved Australian fantasy author, Isobelle Carmody’s second major short story outing. A collection of 6 short stories, unified by common themes of travel, metamorphosis, identity, love, … Continue reading →

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Sydney Writer’s Festival 2012: A Neverending Story: Fantasy Worlds Panel with Isobelle Carmody, Justine Larbalestier, and Scott Westerfeld

Posted on May 21, 2012 by InkAshlings

Yesterday I took notes at the Sydney Writer’s Festival on this panel, so I thought I’d write up a post for those that couldn’t make it. Any mistakes in the notes are my own, as no recording devices were allowed. … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Seer of Sevenwaters by Juliet Marrilier

Posted on January 4, 2012 by InkAshlings

With the passing of New Year’s and the subsequent resolution to get going with this blog, I decided what better way to start than with a review of some Australian fantasy? Seer of Sevenwaters is the 5th book* in Marillier’s … Continue reading →

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