The Magic of Small Objects Keys. Teatowels. Old couches. Haircuts. I love writing about tiny things with quiet gravity. Objects that carry memory, comfort, or a hint of the mysterious. In Broad Shorts, everyday items become companions, catalysts, or witnesses. They hold stories even when

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Patchy and i wish you season’s greetings! Here is an e-card on my website a-whim-away.com.au/seasons-gree... Anna and Patchy

Every story in Broad Shorts began with one question: What does it mean to reach an ending? Some endings come softly. Some change everything. Some never really arrive. These stories were written over four years—during early-morning writing sessions, quiet weekends, and life seasons that forced me to

Crescendo of sadness #abstractart

Patchy outline #abstractart #affinity

Wave guides #abstractart

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I’m looking for people who no longer want to write, for whatever reason. I am trying to avoid survivorship bias in collecting data for my startup idea. Does this sound like you? Survey here: WIPmate.com

Studies of alarm clocks for Broad Shorts interior image. Abstract art

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I was thinking about how Australian authors can get compensated for use of their work in training LLMs without prior consent. Australian authors are legally required to deposit their works to National Library of Australia (for free), so we do currently have a record of Australian published works.

Where My Ideas Come From My ideas come from years of collecting—odd scraps, old notes, strange sparks. They’re seeds waiting for the right soil. Peek into my creative garden (link in bio)

Writer’s block isn’t failure—it’s a pause. I once shelved a project to protect my joy, and stepping back opened new paths forward. Sometimes the kindest move is to rest and recalibrate. Have you ever paused a creative project? Read how I found my way back from a block in bio ( PW: TellMeM0re# )

The Role of Support Workers in My Creative Practice I write with others beside me. Gentle chatter, shared focus—creativity as community. Learn how support shapes my writing life: ( Password: TellMeM0re# ) Link in bio.

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Gentle Sci-Fi Worldbuilding My worlds are built on mood and meaning. They’re places you can linger, not conquer. Step into a softer world

Food coma #abstractart

Pricing a Self-Published Book I priced my book with sustainability in mind, not market competition. Value isn’t just in cost—it’s in what the story offers. Read my pricing reflections, link in bio

Memory, instinct, and speed—three quiet forces that shape my worlds. They’re subtle, but they move everything.

Writers and AI: the comprehensive survey. Express how AI has affected you as a writer. Study by Josh Bernoff and Ghostwriters from LinkedIn. Pic for attention https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AIWriterBernoff

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What is Gentle Sci-Fi? Gentle Sci-Fi embraces complexity while choosing stories that inspire, uplift, and engage without cruelty or despair. Not chasing trends, it’s where kindness meets courage—and gentleness is a deliberate, powerful choice. Explore the manifesto → link in bio

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Writers at the Pub Join us on the 1st Wednesday of the month, 2–3:30pm, for a relaxed writers’ meetup hosted by Sydney Authors Inked. Running monthly until December 2025. Spots are limited – register here: https://events.humanitix.com/writers-at-the-pub-presented-by-sydney-authors-inked

Only two readings left at LYOX gallery! Today I heard Conchita GarSantiago read from her work-in-progress, a crime romance. What will our authors read for you tomorrow and Saturday???

We had a very successful book reading this afternoon. Patchy made a surprise appearance at the LYOX gallery, and I read the latest draft of SS, one of the stories in my upcoming book, codenamed Project BS. There are more readings this week L-R Anna, Conchita, Maria, Patchy, Zofia, and Lindel.

Local author book readings (by Sydney Authors Inked) at LYOX gallery Drummoyne. An Author reading from their work each day! Starting tomorrow with me! Where: 17 Lyons Rd Drummoyne When: 2-3pm, Sun 20th - Sat 26th July 2025 To book: https://events.humanitix.com/book-readings-by-sydney-authors-inked

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Local author book readings (by Sydney Authors Inked) at LYOX gallery Drummoyne. An Author reading from their work each day! Where: 17 Lyons Rd Drummoyne When: 2-3pm, Sun 20th - Sat 26th July 2025 To book: https://events.humanitix.com/book-readings-by-sydney-authors-inked

Now is your best chance to find my entire ebook collection for a promotional price at @Smashwords as part of their Annual Summer/Winter Sale! Find my books and many more at https://www.smashwords.com/shelves/promos/ all month! #SWSale2025 #Smashwords

Update 34: Projects BS and ROJ marketing campaign, LYOX gallery, BS/ROJ update https://preview.mailerlite.io/preview/1395622/emails/158408406273623089

Newsletter out now. Cultural references, Projects BS and RoJ https://preview.mailerlite.io/preview/1395622/emails/155872273888183725

Newsletter out now. Today I will give you a friendly pebble. Update 32 - Project BS https://preview.mailerlite.io/preview/1395622/emails/153064056156063162 #awhimaway #gentlescifi #pebbling

Project BS - Update 31 moving month, website refresh https://mailchi.mp/d08c896a62fa/project-bs-10347001

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Happy Read an Ebook Week! If you are looking for a new book to download and read this week to celebrate, be sure to check out the many books available at a promotional price at @Smashwords from March 2 - March 8. Check out the sale at https://www.smashwords.com/ebookweek #ebookweek25 #Smashwords

My latest newsletter is out! Gentle SciFi manifesto, BS progress, Brand strategy for indies https://mailchi.mp/43d44c3d9911/project-bs-10346116

Book Reading featuring local author, Maria P Frino with her latest contemporary novel, FAME & Other Disasters. February 28, Friday, 10:30 am The Honey Bee Cafe, 40 Swan St, Wollongong, NSW Australia https://events.humanitix.com/book-reading-by-maria-p-frino-author

Newsletter - Update29 is out now! New logo, Project BS, and behind the scenes https://mailchi.mp/72c155026c20/project-bs-10344738

New year, new logo! Visit a-whim.away.com.au/shop for some Gentle SciFi novellas, greeting cards, and consulting services to choose from.

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