Ask the Author: Annette Higgs
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Annette Higgs
First, write. Then polish. Then -- important step! -- SUBMIT to literary publications, publishers, blogs, anywhere where it will be read.
Annette Higgs
My new novel is called A Piano Goes to Gil. It's set in 1978 and is about a young immigrant woman who moves to the country town of Gilgandra with her teacher husband. She takes a grand piano with her. Adventures follow.
Annette Higgs
Sitting at the signing table to meet readers is my favourite part of a book event. So many readers have their own stories - they tell me why they're interested in my book, or if it's a gift for someone special. Sometimes they're writers themselves and want to ask a question. I love making these connections.
Annette Higgs
I take a walk. It's the best.
Annette Higgs
The story of the Hatton family is loosely based on my own family. Eliza Wise was a real person, as was her convict husband Benjamin Walters. One of their daughters married a farmer and settled under the aura of Mount Roland in the Kentish district and raised a large family. They were living there when Christian Brethren evangelists arrived in 1874 and swept the people up in enthusiasm for revivals and creek baptisms. The family became strong ‘Gospel Hall’ adherents – except one son.
On a Bright Hillside in Paradise (2023)
On a Bright Hillside in Paradise (2023)
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