What I’m Reading April 2011

I’ve been in a reading slump so far this year. It hurts to admit, but it’s true. I don’t know why either. I could make the usual excuses: being busy, too distracted, not finding the right book. I won’t though – or not the last excuse, at least. ‘Not finding the right book’ is simply…

What I’m Writing Now

Miscellaneous Press receives regular unsolicited submissions, pitches, and examples of illustrator art and portfolios. These are generally made with careful attention paid to professionalism and courtesy. An exception to this is an email I received last month which said, ‘I see you haven’t published anything in over a year. Why so slow? Are you even…

Gifts From China

My mother arrived in town today, back from holidaying in China with my sister. Naturally, she brought presents. These are clever, woven paper hats for the kids. I couldn’t resist a try-on. (Gary Oldman t-shirt, FTW) We’ll be spending the next few days relaxing, unwinding into the school holidays. I’ve been looking forward to them….