Behind the Pen with Genevieve Novak

Mar 31, 2022Mar 30, 2022 / Theresa Smith Writes / Leave a comment

I’m thrilled to welcome Genevieve Novak to Behind the Pen today, chatting about her debut novel, No Hard Feelings, which was released yesterday. You can catch my review here on the blog running alongside this interview. Enjoy! How would you describe No Hard Feelings if you could only use 5 words? Fun, loud, neurotic, relatable … Continue reading Behind the Pen with Genevieve Novak

Behind the Pen with Katherine Brabon

Jul 9, 2021 / Theresa Smith Writes / 3 Comments

I am delighted to welcome Katherine Brabon to Behind the Pen today, here to chat about her newly released novel, The Shut Ins. How would you describe this novel if you could only use 5 words? Loneliness and desire in Japan. What prompted you to write The Shut Ins? For me, a book or story … Continue reading Behind the Pen with Katherine Brabon

Behind the Pen with Michelle Wright

Jun 14, 2021Jun 13, 2021 / Theresa Smith Writes / 10 Comments

Today I warmly welcome Michelle Wright to Behind the Pen, chatting about her debut novel, Small Acts of Defiance. Michelle Wright is an award-winning writer who brings to life a remarkable range of characters, winning many awards, including The Age short story competition. Her collection of short stories, Fine, was shortlisted for the Victorian Premier's … Continue reading Behind the Pen with Michelle Wright

Behind the Pen – A Few of my Favourites with Meg Bignell

Mar 2, 2021Feb 27, 2021 / Theresa Smith Writes / 7 Comments

Today I am delighted to welcome Meg Bignell to Behind the Pen. Meg's latest book, Welcome to Nowhere River, releases today and to celebrate, she’s sharing a few of her favourites with us. Over to you Meg, what is your favourite…and why… Character from one of your books? Susannah from The Sparkle Pages is my … Continue reading Behind the Pen – A Few of my Favourites with Meg Bignell

Behind the Pen – A Few of my Favourites with Laura Bloom

Jan 25, 2021Jan 20, 2021 / Theresa Smith Writes / 4 Comments

After enjoying The Women and The Girls so much, it gives me great pleasure to welcome the author, Laura Bloom, to Behind the Pen to share with us a few of her favourites. Over to you Laura, what is your favourite…and why… Character from one of your books? Carol, from The Women and The Girls … Continue reading Behind the Pen – A Few of my Favourites with Laura Bloom

Behind the Pen with Sue Williams

Jan 18, 2021Jan 14, 2021 / Theresa Smith Writes / 9 Comments

It gives me great pleasure to welcome Sue Williams back to the blog to talk about her latest release and debut novel, Elizabeth & Elizabeth. Sue Williams, Author, Journalist, Writer How many novels have you written and published? One. Elizabeth & Elizabeth, an historical fiction novel, is my first. I’ve written around 25 other books … Continue reading Behind the Pen with Sue Williams

Behind the Pen with Lili Wilkinson

Aug 26, 2020Aug 23, 2020 / Theresa Smith Writes / 6 Comments

Lili Wilkinson is the award-winning author of eleven YA novels including After the Lights Go Out, The Boundless Sublime, Green Valentine and Pink. Lili established the insideadog.com.au website and the Inky Awards at the Centre for Youth Literature, State Library of Victoria. She has a PhD in Creative Writing, and lives in Melbourne with her … Continue reading Behind the Pen with Lili Wilkinson

Behind the Pen with Jules Van Mil

Jul 20, 2020Jul 19, 2020 / Theresa Smith Writes / 2 Comments

The fashionista in me is delighted to welcome Jules Van Mil to Behind the Pen. Jules is about to release her first book, a gorgeous middle-grade fiction called, Gemma Riley and the Fashion Fiasco. When did you start writing and what was the catalyst? I've always loved writing. Throughout my childhood and teenage years, I … Continue reading Behind the Pen with Jules Van Mil

Behind the Pen with Tanya Heaslip

May 19, 2020May 5, 2020 / Theresa Smith Writes / 5 Comments

Today I warmly welcome Tanya Heaslip to Behind the Pen, sharing insight with us on her latest memoir, An Alice Girl. How are you feeling about releasing a book in this current climate? I’m feeling excited about the opportunities now available to promote “An Alice Girl” in a different way and grateful that we have … Continue reading Behind the Pen with Tanya Heaslip

Behind the Pen with Catherine Noske

Mar 12, 2020 / Theresa Smith Writes / 6 Comments

Last week I reviewed a stunning debut literary novel, The Salt Madonna, and today, I am thrilled to welcome its author Catherine Noske here to Behind the Pen. Describe The Salt Madonna in five words: Broken voices, an isolated island. What was the initial genesis for The Salt Madonna? There are two answers to this … Continue reading Behind the Pen with Catherine Noske