Time out

I'd like to thank all readers for your support and for taking your valuable time to undertake reviews of my novels on Goodreads and on Amazon. 

I'm working on a novel that has been requested by a Traditional Publisher for their romance line. So fingers crossed on that one. I also have a re-release in June/July, a Rural Romance. 

If you aren't on Face Book, I thought I'd let you know I am also taking a couple of weeks off from today. We are flying to Victoria's High Country for a few days, and then moving house late next week. It's not my type of weather down that way, but my husband's family lives there. 

Here are some photographs of my view this morning. It's been T-shirt weather. Love it. Until next time, happy reading and be good.  :)

Best Sellers on Amazon

I would like to thank all valuable readers. 

With five star reviews for my latest novel on Amazon, and having both novels in the best seller list, this pushes me to want and need to write more and more. :)

I'm currently working on another novel in-between building a new home, and moving within weeks. It's been pretty hectic the last few months. I can't wait to settle into my new office. I miss having my cork board, and although I have my desk set up, most things associated with my writing are still in storage. I've managed but it does make it easier when the necessary writing paraphernalia is on hand.

As I was writing for the US market when I first became published, I got locked into their spelling, punctuation and grammar. I had to use US words, now I'm using Aussie words, punctuation and spelling and it is much easier. lol I also feel my stories flow better and are more natural.

Outback Fever is currently at #4 in western romance, #4 in Romantic Suspense and in the top 100 sellers on Amazon kindle books. I have also noticed Outback Flames is popping up in the top #20 in western romance.

I owe it to you dear reader. So a big grateful thank you from me. I hope it continues, my writing will. Don't forget if you have time check out my NEWS page from time to time. It will keep you up to date with what's coming up next. 

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Anzac Day 100 Years ago today.

I'm off to the dawn service this morning. A day to remember forever more.

 100 years ago today. 

On April 25, 1915, Australian troops landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula, a site they were advised 'a friendly beach.'
For the men and women who displayed great courage, discipline and self-sacrifice in serving our country.

ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) Day.

ANZAC Day – 25 April – is the anniversary of the landing of our troops from Australia and New Zealand on the Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey, in World War I.

THE BATTLE OF GALLIPOLI
In 1915, Australia along with its Allies  Britain, France and Russia, Italy, and Japan were at war, fighting Germany, the Ottoman Empire aka Turkey, and Austria-Hungary. Most people think of World War 1 of fighting the Germans in the trenches across France. But Russia was also under attack from Turkey in the Caucasus. To aid their plight the Allies devised a plan to distract Turkey by attacking the Gallipoli Peninsula, on Turkey's Aegean coast. By taking control of this strip of land they would have control of a strait of water called the Dardanelles and lay siege to Turkey's main city, Istanbul (then Constantinople).

A DISASTER UNFOLDS
The troops were advised that the beach was friendly. Under misdirection, around 20,000 soldiers landed on the beach, but they landed in the wrong place. With steep cliffs and the fire of the enemy surrounding them, they fought for several months but couldn't make any leeway. There wasn't anywhere to go, so they dug in and copped the brunt of the Turks. Thousands of Aussies and Kiwi soldiers died, not only from the battle but from disease caused by the living conditions.
This disaster gave birth to the Aussie Digger, a courageous battler who faced inconceivable odds with humour, courage and mate ship. Eventually the troops were withdrawn but nothing was accomplished.  It was from here that the legend of the Aussie Digger spread throughout the world.

AT THE GOING DOWN OF THE SUN AND IN THE MORNING WE SHALL REMEMBER THEM.

LEST WE FORGET

Travelling Out West

I've just come back from a few days out road tripping and visiting. From the coast to the northern tablelands, doing a loop and exploring on the way home.  It's a tad bit of a contrast to where I'm living at present, although the green begins to appear closer to the coast.

But what struck me the most is that Our Lucky Country still remains in Drought. This is disheartening, especially when you know people personally that have to leave their beloved homes, or to see how much they are struggling and even if you don't know them.  

Australians have given generously to support drought affected farmers predominantly in Qld and NSW for a while now but our farmers still need more.

The Buy a Bale program has provided over 2 million dollars in direct assistance via hay deliveries, volunteers, tradesmen and women and direct financial assistance via Farmers Card. All donations are fully tax deductible.

If you'd like to help our farmers here's the link: BUY A BALE  



If you are a farmer and need of assistance please go here:  FARMERS