Other than writing, I draw (pastel and pencil - the picture below is a section from one of my larger artworks), create images and animations using programs like Photoshop and GIF Movie Gear, and make custom-designed leathercraft items. I have a passion for art and craft - whether it be my own creation or someone else's. My favourite artists are Salvador Dali, MC Escher and a local Aussie called Guy Gilmore.
I am also a part time student and someone that is interested in nearly everything because I need to be constantly challenged - otherwise I bore easily.
I may as well add that I live about 200 metres from the beach. The picture montage on my background are pictures taken in and around my area - I live in a very beautiful place.
PLEASE NOTE
The images that appear on this page (apart from face image) are mine - as in I claim copyright over them. Especially those used in the montage on my background - I either took them myself, or someone in my family did. I WILL NOT be happy if I find that people have downloaded the pictures or background for their own personal use on this or another site.
Current Stories:
Other Stories:
If you want to read something sarcastically funny, have a look at this short co-write my friend, Dan and I did:
For more humour (something I don't write much of - at least not well), I highly recommend the following website:
The creator and main contributor for the site is Storywrite member DanQnA
Others also include:
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, and quote is "I'm that shadow behind you, watching your every move.".
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My writing process:
Everything starts out on paper - plots, characters, scenarios, timelines, research, words/phrases.
I have several exercise books for all of my 'ideas' and scribbling. Sometimes things get turned into a story, sometimes they don't. The books are also full of random lines and interesting words. They are the place most of my stories to be 'born' from, as I often come up with an embryonic thought that sits on the pages for a while before I do something with it.
Once I have the bare bones of a story (one that is sequenced from beginning to end and has an adequate plot), I type it out. I am a chronic retyper - even though I use MS Word, I still like everything to read 'just right.'
I will often rewrite endings. I sometimes write stories specifically for contests. I am prone to 'clean house' - removing stories off the site for a variety of reasons.
Projects:
I write short stories, comment and run contests.
I have two novel-length projects. The first is my 2008 NaNoWriMo challenge novel, "Betrayal of Trust", which I am currently editing. The second is a long term novel project,"Forgetting to Remember". Both have similar settings, and I may end up focusing on one rather than both.
I am also a Teacher with Storywrite - I teach the course The Writer's Toolkit - a basic English Grammar class.
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BOOKS
I'm a huge fan of reading anything good, in particular (these are mostly what my library consists of):J.K. Rowling - The Harry Potter series.
Terry Pratchett - The Discworld books.
Lee Child - Jack Reacher is an amazing character and the books are absolutely jam-packed with action.
Chris Ryan - this author used to be an SAS soldier; now writes these fantastic books AND works as a personal trainer.
Kathy Reichs - She works as a forensic anthropologist and all her books are based somewhat on her real cases. The TV series Bones is based off both the books and her as a writer.
Jeffrey Archer - this guy really has a talent for story-telling - especially his epic 'life story' pieces.
Matthew Reilly - makes me proud to be Aussie. This young writer is brilliant, and his books like sitting down and watching 10 Arnie movies in a row. The books are just pure adrenalin.
Robert Ludlum - if you love espionage, he's one author you shouldn't miss
For hardcore mystery/suspense, I also love Jeffrey Deaver, James Patterson and Faye Kellerman (she's married to another good writer, Jonathon Kellerman)
For the horror/thriller genre, I love both Stephen King and Dean Koontz. There are many others - too many to name.
MOVIES/MUSIC
I also love movies. The list of fav's is huge, but I like a lot of horror, thriller, suspense, action, psychological, some humour, murder mystery, more action, sci/fi, and unusual (like the Butterfly Effect, or Premonition). I have a taste for select musical theatre, as well as opera/musical theatre singing.
In music I love mostly alternative/indie, metal and rock. I hate - with a passion - country. I will like some songs/artists within other genres but without liking the overall genre.
LEATHERWORK
I have a small business creating leathercraft. I use the traditional techniques, but have developed my own as well. I custom make a lot of things - people love my personalised keyrings, bookmarks, pouches, wallets, barettes etc. Below is the backcover of a bible cover that I made - the rose is engraved, but coloured using 'art' techniques.
Lastly, my bird, isn't she cute?
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sodancewithsoda on September 14
I miss you
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darkknight marellus on August 14
I'm sorry, I probably sound like I'm stalking you (I'm not, I promise
). I think your photo collection is amazing, and you are a fantastically talented lady. I wish I had the dedication to my work as you do! (Maybe then I could get stuff done!) As I looked over your profile I couldn't help but gawk at the massive number of trophies you've collected over two years, you must be an amazing writer! No wonder you teach!
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Fizz Ferlie on August 2
Teacher will you show to me the bond between the land and sea? The club sounds good. Just joined, still a bit disjoined... haha. Easy
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Marta on August 1
Hello, nice page.
*sends
s and and other stuff that are edible AND GOOD* ). I think your photo collection is amazing, and you are a fantastically talented lady. I wish I had the dedication to my work as you do! (Maybe then I could get stuff done!) As I looked over your profile I couldn't help but gawk at the massive number of trophies you've collected over two years, you must be an amazing writer! No wonder you teach! 
