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well then... Abbott just became the new PM of Australia :/
in other news... my prelims are coming up!! I wont be able to read for a while, so much studying!!!

[Vicki]

Brenda wrote: "I have just had the most amazing afternoon! I went to Jaye Ford's launch of Blood Secret - there would have been at least 50 people there, and at least half of them were authors!!! I couldn't take ..."

How exciting, Brenda. You attend all the best events.

[B the BookAddict]

Sharon wrote: "Bette wrote: "Melanie, James and I spent a month in Yamba every year for 25 years. Such a beautiful place. His family has two homes there on the beach - heaven.

Actually, as per his request, I tos..."

:) Oh, I used to tell James that too; he said okay. Such a fibber:):) You have to smile; the alternative just does your head in.

[B the BookAddict]

Mickey wrote: "well then... Abbott just became the new PM of Australia :/
in other news... my prelims are coming up!! I wont be able to read for a while, so much studying!!!"

So, so much I want to say about Abbott as PM but I'll hold my tongue.

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

Bette wrote: "Mickey wrote: "well then... Abbott just became the new PM of Australia :/
in other news... my prelims are coming up!! I wont be able to read for a while, so much studying!!!"

So, so much I want to..."

It's okay I'm on it, he's a homophobic, racist, sexist, bigoted ass, and the country as a whole should be ashamed that they have let this happen.

[[deleted user]]

On the other hand..Clive Palmer in Parliament... think of the laughter!
Cant wait till he installs a giant dinosaur out the front of Parliament!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Vicki wrote: "Brenda wrote: "I have just had the most amazing afternoon! I went to Jaye Ford's launch of Blood Secret - there would have been at least 50 people there, and at least half of them were authors!!! I..."

It was an exciting day Vicki!

[Leonie]

Melanie wrote: "I just bought my brother a Kindle for his birthday (greatest sister ever right?!) I was just wondering if any one had any recommendations of some books I could put on there to get him started.

He ..."

I'd suggest anything by Brandon Sanderson or Terry Pratchett and maybe Ian Irvine as well, although he does tend to put his characters through lots of trials and tribulations :)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Ashleigh wrote: "So I've had a great afternoon...sorting out beads. They are all mixed so I am putting them into colours and I'm not even half done yet! This job will take ages! I have a few bookmarks to make with ..."

That would be a very tedious, eye-straining job Ashleigh! Good luck with it all;)

[Sharon]

Ashleigh wrote: "So I've had a great afternoon...sorting out beads. They are all mixed so I am putting them into colours and I'm not even half done yet! This job will take ages! I have a few bookmarks to make with ..."

You must have a lot of patience Ashleigh. Have fun :)

[B the BookAddict]

Liam wrote: "Bette wrote: "Mickey wrote: "well then... Abbott just became the new PM of Australia :/
in other news... my prelims are coming up!! I wont be able to read for a while, so much studying!!!"

So, so ..."

I've just read (mystical) Michael's comment so I've edited mine. Liam, :)

[B the BookAddict]

Ashleigh, I admire that you are continuing your craft work and reading. My quilting has fallen by wayside these last few weeks. I'm spending most days reading:)

[Faye]

Just arrived home from work, still light outside, so went for a lovely walk...nice to not get home in the cold dark of night...thinking of the nice weather we are heading into

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

The universe does not want me to have a phone.

Got my first phone earlier this year (I'm 22), worked fine for a couple of months, then died. Had it replaced by warranty, got it back a week or so ago, today I dropped the replacement into the toilet. Damn these shallow pockets.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Liam wrote: "The universe does not want me to have a phone.

Got my first phone earlier this year (I'm 22), worked fine for a couple of months, then died. Had it replaced by warranty, got it back a week or so a..."

Did you dry it straight away Liam? I did the same with mine (same problem) and pulled it to bits, battery, sim etc put it in the sun to dry. It was fine...I've heard a hair dryer will work wonders too. But they eventually die, just not straight away (if you're lucky!)

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

:P I have a Lumia 920, it's pretty much just a solid hunk of phone. Can't open it up, and the touch screen is already borked.

[Leonie]

I've heard a few people have had some success using rice - apparently you pop it in a bowl of rice, and leave it on the bench for a bit.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Liam wrote: ":P I have a Lumia 920, it's pretty much just a solid hunk of phone. Can't open it up, and the touch screen is already borked."

Oh damn!!! Mine was pre my smart phone! That's a shame...

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

Leonie wrote: "I've heard a few people have had some success using rice - apparently you pop it in a bowl of rice, and leave it on the bench for a bit."

Yeah it sucks the moisture out I believe. I'm at work unfortunately and haven't got any rice handy

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

It's such a tough phone too, I've dropped it a thousand times (the replacement) and no scratches or glitches whatsoever. Water must be its kryptonite.

[Vicki]

Liam wrote: "The universe does not want me to have a phone.

Got my first phone earlier this year (I'm 22), worked fine for a couple of months, then died. Had it replaced by warranty, got it back a week or so a..."

Oh no... that sounds like something I'd do. :(

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

I've got a decent pay coming up, I was going to put some of it towards my crippling loan, guess that'll have to wait :(

[[deleted user]]

Liam wrote: "I've got a decent pay coming up, I was going to put some of it towards my crippling loan, guess that'll have to wait :("

Oh no! I ran over my phone.. but its still going strong and no cracks! maybe try the new sonny I hear its water proof

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

I like my Nokia :P I'll just tape it to my hand in future.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Liam wrote: "I like my Nokia :P I'll just tape it to my hand in future."

Haha!!! That's a good idea!!!! lol

[Leonie]

Liam wrote: "Leonie wrote: "I've heard a few people have had some success using rice - apparently you pop it in a bowl of rice, and leave it on the bench for a bit."

Yeah it sucks the moisture out I believe. I..."

Can't believe you don't take rice to work... ;P

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Leonie wrote: "Liam wrote: "Leonie wrote: "I've heard a few people have had some success using rice - apparently you pop it in a bowl of rice, and leave it on the bench for a bit."

Yeah it sucks the moisture out..."

Haha! Don't we all;)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Thoughts are with the residents of Winmalee in the Blue Mountains, plus the residents in the affected areas of Sydney (Marsden Park, Castlereagh, Windsor) and north of Sydney in NSW - Wyee, Cessnock....over 60 bushfires raging out of control with the 32 degree temperatures and fierce winds. 2 homes lost plus 7 firefighters injured. Temperatures have dropped and wind is dying, so hopefully the fires will be brought under control soon. A shocking start to the bushfire season, and only a few days into spring!

[Margaret]

Brenda wrote: "Thoughts are with the residents of Winmalee in the Blue Mountains, plus the residents in the affected areas of Sydney (Marsden Park, Castlereagh, Windsor) and north of Sydney in NSW - Wyee, Cessnoc..."

It has been an extraordinary day for so early in September. I hope it doesn't auger badly for summer....

[Leonie]

I was talking about this very thing this morning as we climbed the hill on the common... A high fuel load, a dry winter, and unseasonably hot weather combined with nasty winds. A fire fighter's nightmare. Let's hope we get some good rain to settle things down a bit over the next month or so.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Apparently the whole country is supposed to get some rain next week, but I will wait and see! They have said that before!

[B the BookAddict]

Liam wrote: "The universe does not want me to have a phone.

Got my first phone earlier this year (I'm 22), worked fine for a couple of months, then died. Had it replaced by warranty, got it back a week or so a..."

It always cracks me up when I hear of people doing that. (no offense) Even if I dried it out, I just could never touch it again.

[Marianne]

Brenda, will I see you at the Kathy Reichs lunch next Monday? I'll be with my sister and a friend and my book which has the black and gold cover...........

[Kathryn]

I certainly hear you, Bette, however a phone (especially some of these smartphones!) is an expensive item. I feel like if it CAN be made to work again, then using it is the better option. Maybe Liam could invest in a bottle of hospital-quality disinfectant and give it a thorough wipe over - several times!! And try to put the phone's history out of his mind...!

Did you try the rice when u got home, Liam? I've heard that before for submerged phones but have always been a bit sceptical...

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

Bette wrote: "Liam wrote: "The universe does not want me to have a phone.

Got my first phone earlier this year (I'm 22), worked fine for a couple of months, then died. Had it replaced by warranty, got it back a..."

Oh grow up, Bette, it's just a bit of toilet water. :D

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Marianne wrote: "Brenda, will I see you at the Kathy Reichs lunch next Monday? I'll be with my sister and a friend and my book which has the black and gold cover..........."

No Marianne, I'm so sorry....I can't make it:( I would love, love, love to be there:( You'll have to fill me in about it all! Have fun (though I know you will!)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Michael wrote: "Brenda you missing a chance to see one of your favorite authors? I never thought i would see the day lol. :D"

I know, it's a shame Michael, but hopefully she'll be back, and maybe I can next time!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Ashleigh wrote: "Oh I'd love to meet her! I can't afford it though. But I get to meet Kate Forsyth at the writing course in November."

She would be great to see too Ashleigh:)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Ashleigh wrote: "She will. The course I am taking with her sounds awesome! I must say I can't wait to take a course even if it is only two days. I need to learn!"

Good luck!! Have fun as well:)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Michael wrote: "For anyone here who misses the good old days of yester year when the first bricks(mobiles) came out.

http://www.meetthebrick.com/ Wonder if it will come to vodafone. :D"

Haha!! I don't miss the phone, but boy I do miss the length of battery time!!!

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

Michael wrote: "For anyone here who misses the good old days of yester year when the first bricks(mobiles) came out.

http://www.meetthebrick.com/ Wonder if it will come to vodafone. :D"

I want that. Also I want one of the old cell phones that required a suitcase-sized reciever.

[B the BookAddict]

Hayfever, aahhhh!

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

Bette wrote: "Hayfever, aahhhh!"

Yep. This is why I prefer winter, I can barely breathe :c

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

I had a very nice lunch at the Four Seasons Hotel in Sydney - lamb followed by chocolate pudding and icecream washed down with champagne followed by Kathy Reichs talking about her career and her books. It was worth getting soaked on the way there when my umbrella died.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Oh wow, how fantastic Phrynne! What an amazing day :)

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

She is an incredible woman. Basically she is the model for Temperance Brennan. I was amazed to discover that she has actually been to Afghanistan so she knew what she was writing about in her latest book.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Phrynne wrote: "She is an incredible woman. Basically she is the model for Temperance Brennan. I was amazed to discover that she has actually been to Afghanistan so she knew what she was writing about in her lates..."

Such a wonderful experience for you, great memories..did she sign a book for you?

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

No - the queue was too long and I had to get back to work. But yes it was a great experience.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Phrynne wrote: "No - the queue was too long and I had to get back to work. But yes it was a great experience."

That's a shame, but at least you saw her.

[Liza]

Brenda wrote: "Phrynne wrote: "No - the queue was too long and I had to get back to work. But yes it was a great experience."

That's a shame, but at least you saw her."

Oh isn't Kathy Reichs a wonderful speaker? I saw her one year at the Harrogate Crime Festival. Very business-like and informative.