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Tis November 1 -- time for a little villainy on Superntrl Undrground

Submissions for our LGBTIQA+ anthology 'Rebels and Rainbows' has been extended to the end of the year! If you are an Aussie/Kiwi author anywhere under the LGBTIQA+ umbrella, we'd love you to submit something! deadsetpress.com/submissions/

My first ever published poetry - from 1986!! I always knew I’d write novels one day, but first came poetry. However embarrassing, here they are… zenashapter.com/blog/my-first-…

Yessirree -- we're definitely doing #villains & the #villainous in the best #fantasy style

Today was the last meeting of the Northern Beaches Writers’ Group for 2024, and it was incredible fun as always, critiquing and encouraging some fabulous work. Plus, a lovely member gave me an equally yummy decoration for my tree at home… see if you can guess which one!

Yay! Contracts signed, a stunning cover designed, a new book is on its way… this coming May!! Thank you so much @midnightsunpublishing Woo hoo!

For years I taught creative writing at the @mosmancommunitycollege and met so many lovely writers, as well as tutors of other crafts, languages and fitness activities. I absolutely loved my time there, so naturally enjoyed catching up with everyone at a recent tutor reunion…

Happy Chinese New Year, everyone! I’m a rabbit and according to predictions my career and wealth are set to soar this year - check out all those stars! For all my wonderful readers out there, I hope it’s true!! #chinesenewyear #rabbit

Everyone should write. There, I’ve said it. Writing is so liberating and cathartic. It allows you to explore your thoughts and feelings, as well as those of others. So why not start your own book club or writing group? Read more on my blog: zenashapter.com/blog/start-you…

Tolkien was here! Mary Shelley, Robert Louis Stevenson, Oscar Wilde, J. B. Priestly, Disraeli, D. H. Lawrence, and more! The literary history of my hometown, Bournemouth… zenashapter.com/blog/the-liter… #Bournemouth #dorset #LiteraryHistory

Join me at the 2025 Manly Writers Festival for a fabulous writing workshop, discussing love stories in speculative worlds on stage with Amy Hutton & Ingrid J Adams, testing my wits at a literary trivia night, signing books, and so much more! manlywritersfestival.org.au

what readers mean when they say they read books to escape from their reality

What could be better than breakfast with writing buddies? Breakfast with writing buddies I’ve had the pleasure of hanging out with for over a dozen years! Zoya Kooper

How a recent visit to Italy helped me edit my upcoming release! The past is everywhere… zenashapter.com/blog/the-past-… #Palude #WhenDarkRootsHunt #WhenDarkWatersBurn

What a fab day at the @manlywritersfestival 2025! Books signed @gleebooks, new friends made, panel discussion loved, and readers connected with MidnightSun books. Can’t wait to do it all again tomorrow with a SOLD OUT writing workshop! Come join us! #manlywf25

Cover reveal for ‘When Dark Waters Burn’! Thank you MidnightSun for this stunning cover by the amazing Abby Stout. Wow! Release date 1 June, with an exclusive pre-release launch on Saturday 31 May, 5.30 at Harry Hartog Warringah Mall. Join me! RSVP: events.humanitix.com/book-launch-ze…

Thank you Mosman Library Service for having me this weekend! I had such a great time teaching how to write suspense! For anyone who wants to learn how to write creatively, why not ask your local library to hire me to teach you? (zenashapter.com/talks/) #lovelibraries #lovecreativity