I’m a local Northern Beaches children’s author and a book reviewer for The Sun Herald.

I wanted to let you know that I am now taking bookings for Author Talks and Guest Speaker Engagements for 2011.

I speak on a range of topics including:

·        A Far Cry from Home: From Country Girl to Successful Children’s Author

·        The Writing Mother: The Joys and Challenges of Writing for Children whilst Having Your Own

·        My Path to Publication

I also conduct writing workshops if your members have an interest in seeking publication either writing for fiction or non-fiction markets.

Please refer to the attached flyer for more information or visit my website at www.aleesahdarlison.com.

Bookings can be made via email or by phoning me on (02) 9948 8992.

Thanks very much,

Best wishes

Aleesah Darlison, children's author: http://www.aleesahdarlison.com/

Puggle's Problem released 1 July 2010, Wombat Books

Totally Twins: Musical Mayhem released 1 September 2010, New Frontier Publishing

Totally Twins: Model Mania due out 1 November 2010, New Frontier Publishing

 A new Art Studio in Manly  is having an opening day.

It is a multipurpose creative space for artists, teachers, businesses and children. The studio is being used to house art classes and workshops for children, teens and adults, as well as for exhibitions and team building sessions.  They also plan to hire out our studio to a diverse range of art tutors / groups and businesses conducting their own indoor creative workshops looking for an affordable dedicated space.

To find out more and for contact details to hire out this space- download flyer here