Tag Archives: travel

Fun in Adelaide and a mystery bird

Kia ora, Wow! Last week I ventured over to Adelaide for the Institute of Professional Editors conference. I got to meet so many of my editing friends in person for the first time!  I’m still processing all the wonderful talks I attended and conversations I had, but one of the key takeaways is just howContinue reading “Fun in Adelaide and a mystery bird”

See you in Wanaka?

Kia ora, I’m going to Wanaka for the Mountain Film & Book Festival!  ✅Accommodation booked ✅Event tickets booked Whoo hoo!  I’ll be attending the Words and Wine event on Sunday evening. The speaker line-up is fantastic. I’m looking forward to hearing Naomi Arnold talk about her time on Te Araroa. (Do check out Northbound –Continue reading “See you in Wanaka?”

Cosy season & a question for you

Kia ora, I’ve had a busy week so far. Here’s a round up: Okay, over to you. What’s one thing you’re excited about as the seasons change? Reply and let me know! Until next time, stay warm (or cool, if you’re in the northern hemisphere). Deborah PS: Last week I finished reading What Happens ifContinue reading “Cosy season & a question for you”

Writing a travel memoir can be cathartic

The travel and adventure genre has many sub genres, and one of the most challenging to write is memoir. Writing a memoir can be a kind of therapy or catharsis, and writing a memoir set around a trip you took adds another layer of complexity.

Aligning our values

Kia ora, When it comes to working with writers, my biggest value is trust. You need to trust me with your manuscript, story, and vision. Sharing your work with someone can be a vulnerable experience, and that trust is not something I take lightly. That’s why I always ask to see your manuscript before weContinue reading “Aligning our values”

Out vs in: 2025 edition

Kia ora, You know what I’m going to say: Happy New Year! I hope you had a good break over Christmas. My break was a bit chaotic 😅 Lots of house projects, garden work, a couple of walks, and a bike ride that sent me over the handlebars. I survived, and somehow want to doContinue reading “Out vs in: 2025 edition”