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[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

The nights are definitely chilly!! But the days are pretty good:)

[Sally906]

Was a chilly 17.7 this morning here in Darwin - had to wrap a shawl around my arms as the short sleeved nighty needed help!!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Terribly sad as we learn of the sudden and devastating loss of Matt Richell, husband of author Hannah Richell and CEO of Hachette Australia.

From Hachette -

Matt was such an outstanding person in so many ways. He was only just hitting his stride as our CEO and his passion, drive and vision for Hachette was so infectious and exciting to be around. He encouraged all of us here to be creative, thoughtful and ambitious on behalf of our authors. There was no greater supporter of authors and their work than Matt. He was so pleased with and proud of everything that Hachette Australia and Hachette New Zealand are accomplishing and all of us here liked and respected him enormously. He was a friend and a mentor to everyone.

He loved this industry and everything it represents. The Australian, New Zealand and indeed the global publishing industry has lost a shining light and a true champion. We are grieving but have been deeply moved by the outpouring of support, admiration and love for Matt from all his colleagues and friends – he will be truly missed.

Our thoughts are with Matt’s family at this time.

https://www.hachette.com.au/articles/...

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/artic...

[Vicki]

OMG that is dreadful. And so young. My heart goes out to his wife, his family and his friends. RIP Matt Richell.

[Carolyn]

Brenda wrote: "Terribly sad as we learn of the sudden and devastating loss of Matt Richell, husband of author Hannah Richell and CEO of Hachette Australia.

From Hachette -

Matt was such an ou..."

That's so sad Brenda. Poor guy, what a horrible, freak accident.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Terribly sad Carolyn.

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

Not sure if it is Goodreads having hiccups tonight or if it is my computer. I can't connect to some threads at all. Think I will give up and go read my book :)

[B the BookAddict]

Michael wrote: "Warning i will not be held responsible for any book lover here getting overly excited with this site. :P

http://bookshelfporn.com/"

Michael, drool, sign, yearn! What a great link, thanks.

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

Michael wrote: "I think it is Phrynne. I can't get any notifications to show up when i click on the button. :/"

It's a bit better this morning but still not quite right. Right now if you go to a book page the reviews are not loading.

[Sally906]

I had problems last night. Gave up myself and went to bed and read instead :)

[Jülie ☼♄ ]

Amazon is selling this by E. Lockhart right now for $2.69.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

I've put this in the Free/Low priced kindle thread Julie:)

[Jülie ☼♄ ]

Thanks Brenda.

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

First hot shower for nearly 4 years. I'm in heaven.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

What??? Cold showers in winter Liam??? Please explain....

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

Only just got on mains gas, been on cylinders and an absolutely terrible heater since we moved in. Today is the first day I've had to use the cold water tap in the shower, usually I just turn the "hot" water to full and shiver.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Liam wrote: "Only just got on mains gas, been on cylinders and an absolutely terrible heater since we moved in. Today is the first day I've had to use the cold water tap in the shower, usually I just turn the "..."

Sounds like a luxury it'll take you awhile to get used to! Enjoy!!

[Leonie]

Liam wrote: "Only just got on mains gas, been on cylinders and an absolutely terrible heater since we moved in. Today is the first day I've had to use the cold water tap in the shower, usually I just turn the "..."

I LOVE hot showers/baths - you have my deepest sympathy, and wishes for absolutely fabulously wonderful showers from now on :)

[Dale]

I couldn't imagine living without hot showers or baths.

[Jülie ☼♄ ]

Liam wrote: "Only just got on mains gas, been on cylinders and an absolutely terrible heater since we moved in. Today is the first day I've had to use the cold water tap in the shower, usually I just turn the "..."

Liam you need to celebrate by splashing out on a big bottle of bubbly-bath with a lovely scent! Light some candles and indulge yourself...maybe "listen" to a good book while you wallow in all of its loveliness!! Pure ecstasy !;D

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Haha! I can't imagine that Julie....lol

[Jülie ☼♄ ]

Brenda wrote: "Haha! I can't imagine that Julie....lol"

Lol, I might have got a bit caught up in my own bath time fantasies there Brenda! ... And If any unbidden spontaneous mental images should occur, think classic silver screen movie stars! :P

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

☼♄Jülie wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Haha! I can't imagine that Julie....lol"

Lol, I might have got a bit caught up in my own bath time fantasies there Brenda! ... And If any unbidden spontaneous mental images should o..."

LOL!!! (For you or Liam?)

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

Oooooooh Clark Gable is just divine!

[Jülie ☼♄ ]

Liam wrote: "Oooooooh Clark Gable is just divine!"

"Oooooh and Sophia Loren!" It started in Naples ;)

[Sally906]

I share your bath fantasies. Liam should give it a go - my hubby loves bubble baths. Puts lavender oil in it and listens to his classical music. Is the way he unwinds.

[Jülie ☼♄ ]

Sally906 wrote: "I share your bath fantasies. Liam should give it a go - my hubby loves bubble baths. Puts lavender oil in it and listens to his classical music. Is the way he unwinds."

Hello from Kiwi land Sally!

I Totally agree Sally and it's a wonderful way to enjoy audio books...no soggy pages!
Btw, Rosemary oil is also excellent.

[Sally906]

Just mentioned it to hubby and he said he'd end up smelling like roast lamb :)

[Jülie ☼♄ ]

Sally906 wrote: "Just mentioned it to hubby and he said he'd end up smelling like roast lamb :)"

Haha...broiled more like. It is commonly used for meditation and helps with relaxation.

[Sally906]

I'm learning meditation. And been learning positive affirmations to silently chant when taking off tomorrow as have a fear of flying. Feeling ok about it so should be right :)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Sally906 wrote: "I'm learning meditation. And been learning positive affirmations to silently chant when taking off tomorrow as have a fear of flying. Feeling ok about it so should be right :)"

Sounds very positive Sally:) That's probably better than drinking so much you can't remember the flight;)

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

Brenda wrote: "That's probably better than drinking so much you can't remember the flight;) "

That's my mum's strategy.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

LOL!!!

[Sally906]

Liam wrote: "Brenda wrote: "That's probably better than drinking so much you can't remember the flight;) "

That's my mum's strategy."

LOL! I do have a couple of glasses while I am waiting. But only to settle the butterflies and warm the soul. I am too much of a control freak to drink my self to oblivion. As tempting as it sounds sometimes :)

[Vicki]

Good morning, Early Birds. Not a sound to be heard...

[Marianne]

Wow, Vicki, you are up early!! Lots of sound here: it's VERY windy on the Illawarra coast this morning 10.7oC outside my kitchen window, but that will drop before sunrise, and doesn't take into account wind chill, of course. A good morning to stay in bed! But I have reading to do.....

[Vicki]

You could always read in bed, Marianne. ;P

[Marianne]

Vicki wrote: "You could always read in bed, Marianne. ;P"

LOL!! And I do, but now is time for using up calories on the treadmill so I can ingest more......

[Vicki]

You put me to shame, Marianne. I'm rugged up with blanket, ugg boots and wheatbags and ain't moving. :)

[Marianne]

Vicki wrote: "You put me to shame, Marianne. I'm rugged up with blanket, ugg boots and wheatbags and ain't moving. :)"

Good for you! I had to get off the computer and start walking because my mouse hand was getting cold. Taking me a while to warm up on there.....

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

I had the pleasure of catching up with (and meeting for the first time) Suzanne from our group:) I met her gorgeous little boy and we chatted over coffee for awhile....I love meeting our members:)

Hope you've had a safe trip home Suzanne:)

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

I just got back from Canberra. It was SO much colder there than Sydney! I feel positively summery now :)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Phrynne wrote: "I just got back from Canberra. It was SO much colder there than Sydney! I feel positively summery now :)"

Definitely a cold place Phrynne! We lived there for 6 years:) I remember the freezing weather!!!

[Marianne]

Phrynne wrote: "I just got back from Canberra. It was SO much colder there than Sydney! I feel positively summery now :)"

Went there with my sister on Weds to visit another sister. We went for a walk in the Botanic Gardens, it was 2.6C !!! I'd been offered a beanie to wear (had on tights under my jeans, a spencer, cashmere jumper, leather jacket & gloves) and while we were out there I thought, gee my nose is cold, a beanie wouldn't have helped with that!! Would have needed a balaclava.

[Jülie ☼♄ ]

Marianne wrote: "Phrynne wrote: "I just got back from Canberra. It was SO much colder there than Sydney! I feel positively summery now :)"

Went there with my sister on Weds to visit another sister. We went for a w..."

Brrrrrrrrrrrrr!!! :#

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Marianne wrote: "Phrynne wrote: "I just got back from Canberra. It was SO much colder there than Sydney! I feel positively summery now :)"

Went there with my sister on Weds to visit another sister. We went for a w..."

Haha!!! It's not a good look in winter in the ACT;)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Nights are most definitely the worst Ashleigh! The days are reasonably pleasant though...here anyway;)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Ashleigh wrote: "Days are ok, it fluctuates. But brrr, my hands are so cold"

Gloves:)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Michael wrote: "It was quite cold at the footy last night. Had a few beers to warm me and left me feeling abit sickly this morning. :D"

Then you wished you'd just used more clothes;)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Yes that's difficult sometimes ;)