Dim's Write Stuff

Stuck for gift ideas to stick in your Christmas stockings this year?  Why not fill them with the gift that keeps on giving - BOOKS. Here's one for the kids' that's guaranteed to ignite the flame on their Christmas puddings and keep the spirit and magic of the season aglow.  PS WHO STOLE SANTA'S MAIL ? is a lightly illustrated, action-packed, comical Christmas mystery about disappearing mail, an evil elf, and questionable smells that rips along at the speed of a galloping reindeer.  This junior novel is ideal for independent readers between 7 - 10 years.  A fabulous read with a mystery to solve along the way. Dimity Powell writes with warmth and humour and makes reading a joy. Amazon Review Order your signed copy today and receive it in time for Christmas. Simply contact me now to order or click on the image below.   $15.00 FREE POSTAGE* for orders between now and Christmas. *Offer valid on orders made directly with the a...

Almost two years ago fellow author, Melissa Wray and I shared a marvelous first. We published our debut novels for children with Morris Publishing Australia . Each story grew from very different beginnings. Her's Destiny Road , is a story about decisions and consequences, walking the right path and growing up. A raw, non-comprising look at a young girl's coming of age, suited to older teens. But from where did the seed of this idea originate and how did it germinate within Melissa's writing realm? If you have ever wondered about the inside stories, the stories behind the stories of great writing, read on. It's goosebumpy good. What sparked the idea to write Destiny Road? Recently Melissa Wray was asked this question by Uncommon YA . Here is her very personal response. We moved to North Queensland when I was 14. After a year or so Mum could see that something about Townsville and I did not mix. Strangely enough it was her suggestion to ri...

It's not really a true fruit mince pie without a generous sprinkle of sugar on the top. Christmas pudding is nothing without lashings of brandy custard cascading down its sides. And it's never truly Christmas for me without Christmas music playing extremely loud and annoyingly often. Singing along is a given. So here is a sweet, little, festive season something extra for you all to enjoy. The trailer, behind the book, behind the elf, behind the possible destruction of Christmas. Play it loud, to drown out your incredulous laughter or questioning gasps. Parental guidance not really recommended, but if you have a child who doesn't handle curled blue elf shoes well, best slide hand over face of said child  for 3 seconds. Book Trailer for PS Who Stole Santa's Mail? Available to purchase in all good bookstores now, via order or online at Morris Publishing Australia Don't forget: BOOK LAUNCH of PS WHO STOLE SANTA'S MAIL ? at the Black...

I'm excited. Christmas around the corner. Debut book, PS Who Stole Santa's Mail?  about to launch. The prospect of Santa visiting soon is enough to produce a smile even on the most chaotic of days. I'll be celebrating the imminent new arrival in November with several book launches and a ripper sleigh ride around some fantastic author blog sites (aka Blog Tour). Stay tuned for dates. But for now here is a preliminary glance into the world of Dimity Powell's first children's novel    - an interview conducted by the Next Big Thing Blog Hop. THANKS for the NOMINATION ELENA, of Answers From Blog.                 'THE NEXT BIG THING' BLOG HOP Q: What is the working title of your book? A: PS Who Stole Santa’s Mail? This is the published title. The working title was PS What About Christmas? Q: Where did the idea come from for the book? A: Amazingly from the ...