Chantal Munro

For my eyes only, at this stage. It's something I'd recommend to everyone, especially while the memories are still vivid. Revisiting childhood adventures and following the winding path that led to today has been a deeply healing experience. I may share a few moments along the way, but for now I'd love your opinion on my mock-up book covers. My favourite chapter title so far is: "No Drugs, No Thanks, and Pass the Vegemite." Some people collect possessions. I collected adventures. Opportunity...

In the past six months, I experimented with every tool available to grow my online presence: Professional Pages, boosted posts, Google ads. The result? I felt like a tiny drop of water lost in a vast ocean. Back in the early 1990s, when I launched my website as the first face painter online, I was a small fish that was easy to find. Today, managing four social media pages, multiple inboxes, three email accounts, and a website has become overwhelming. I realized I was spending more time...

In a world grappling with environmental crises, Australian eco-fiction stories offer more than escapism—they provide insight and inspiration. These narratives encourage us to see the environment through fresh eyes, fostering empathy and a sense of stewardship. What makes Australian eco-fiction particularly compelling is its rootedness in place. The continent’s unique ecosystems and Indigenous cultures enrich these stories, giving them authenticity and depth. They remind us that environmental...