Author talk: Summer of Shipwrecks

A fun and interactive discussion of the inspiration, themes and writing process behind my middle grade novel, Summer of Shipwrecks. This talk explores:

• The real life shipwreck that inspired the story
• My connection to Victoria’s Shipwreck Coast
• Why I wanted to write about friendships
• Themes such as dealing with change
• The setting – what’s real and what’s made up?
• Is there really a ghost haunting Katherine’s Cove?
• How important is it to keep a pinkie promise?