After reading Elizabeth Gilbert's Big Magic this week I have been thinking a lot about the idea of permission. In the book she says something along the lines of 'if you've been waiting for the slip that gives you permission to pursue your dreams, here, I'm giving it to you.' (sorry if that was wrong… Continue reading Permission →

For the past two weeks I've been at the Vermont Studio Center residency in Johnson, Vermont. I'm here with about fifteen other writers and some thirty artists who are all just taking the time to dedicate some work to the artistic practice of their choice. How cool? And I still have almost two weeks left!… Continue reading The Vermont Studio Center residency for writers and artists →

I have always wanted to be a writer. I could share pictures with you of my school reports that say things like 'Jenny is very creative (read, a little strange) and writes very well' but nobody needs to see those nerdy things. I remember learning to read with my mum at around four years old… Continue reading Help me write in France! →

Last week I learned some really exciting news!   I'll be heading to France for June and July this year to write at the Camac Art Centre. For two whole months I'll be in an isolated village (only 250 people!) working on my third novel. I feel so grateful to be awarded the opportunity, and I can't… Continue reading Exciting news – I’m heading to France! →

How exciting! It's always great to read the reviews and see what it is that each person takes from The Peculiars. Last week Jennifer Platt, who helped me launch The Peculiars in Johannesburg wrote a super review of the book for the Sunday Times. Four stars! What a great way to end the weekend. Get your copy… Continue reading The Peculiars reviewed in the Sunday Times →