'Outback Fear' is in the Spotlight :

 

'Outback Fear' is in the Spotlight. M.C.V. Egan has done a terrific job on the layout.     http://4covert2overt.blogspot.com.au/2013/05/outback-fear-by-suzanne-brandyn.html

 

Spreading the word.

It's almost here. It seems like I've waited ages, but they say good things come to those who wait. Hmm... no comment. lol... I've been busy editing another novel, and getting the bones of the next story ready to write. Okay, so I admit I've written a bit, and some scenes where they refused to leave my mind until I wrote them down. 

 

It's been glorious weather here in Australia and I wanted to show you where I went swimming this morning. It's a far cry from the creeks and waterholes I used to swim in, and still do from time to time. Have a lovely day or night, and enjoy. :)

 

 

The property that Savannah returns to in Outback Fear.



I thought it was about due time to show you some more photos of Grace Creek. To let you know the type of conditions Savannah faces when she arrives from the city to the stark dryness of the property, alone with a small child.

As I walked over the ground the crunching underfoot instilled just how dry it really is. It was the only sound I heard apart from the squawking of a lone crow above. It was a tad bit creepy, let alone having to stay there alone at night.
 



This is taken just near the top gate to the property

 

The old house on Grace Creek

 

 

The old wool shed which also plays a roll in Outback Fear.

Have a great weekend everyone. Release date is nearing. I've been flat out. :) Don't forget to smile, you know it takes more muscles to frown than smile. :) 

 



 

Lest we Forget-Anzac Day

Off to the dawn service this morning. A day to remember forever more.

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