BARBARA HANNAY launches her latest commercial women's romance novel "THE SISTER'S GIFT" 

Two sisters, one baby and the best of intentions…

As a vibrant, young woman with a lifetime of possibilities ahead of her, Freya grants her sister, Pearl, the ultimate gift of motherhood. However, this comes at a hefty price – an unexpected rift in her family and the loss of the man she loves. Decades later, Freya is divorced, childless and homeless, at rock bottom after losing everything she’s worked for.

When her estranged niece, Billie, offers sanctuary, managing the family restaurant on beautiful Magnetic Island, Freya can hardly refuse. Billie has never understood the tension between her mother and her aunt and now, with a newly broken heart, she is nursing a family secret of her own. All three women come together under the tropical Queensland skies, but can they let go of past regrets, or will old tensions tear them further apart?

By the bestselling author of Meet Me in Venice, this is a moving and inspiring novel in a stunning setting about choices and consequences and the redemptive power of love.

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BARBARA HANNAY launches her latest commercial women's romance novel "THE SISTER'S GIFT"&nbsp;
Two sisters, one baby and the best of intentions&hellip;
As a vibrant, young woman with a lifetime of possibilities ahead of her, Freya grants her sister, Pearl, the ultimate gift of motherhood. However, this comes at a hefty price &ndash; an unexpected rift in her family and the loss of the man she loves. Decades later, Freya is divorced, childless and homeless, at rock bottom after losing everything she&rsquo;s worked for.
When her estranged niece, Billie, offers sanctuary, managing the family restaurant on beautiful Magnetic Island, Freya can hardly refuse. Billie has never understood the tension between her mother and her aunt and now, with a newly broken heart, she is nursing a family secret of her own. All three women come together under the tropical Queensland skies, but can they let go of past regrets, or will old tensions tear them further apart?
By the bestselling author of Meet Me in Venice, this is a moving and inspiring novel in a stunning setting about choices and consequences and the redemptive power of love.
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Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. It's about writing the voice, reading the voice and being the voice. Every week host Pamela Cook, or a special guest host, interviews an outstanding female, trans or non-binary author about their books, writing process and life. Transcript available via the Writes4Women website. Video of most episodes available on the Writes4Women youtube channel. You can find out more about Writes4Women at www.writes4women.com

Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. It's about writing the voice, reading the voice and being the voice. Every week host Pamela Cook, or a special guest host, interviews an outstanding female, trans or non-binary author about their books, writing process and life. Transcript available via the Writes4Women website. Video of most episodes available on the Writes4Women youtube channel. You can find out more about Writes4Women at www.writes4women.com

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Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. In weekly episodes women's fiction author Pamela Cook and an all-star cast of guest hosts talk to women writers about the craft, business and heart of writing, along with a monthly feature on a new release author. If you're a writer you'll love the writing conversation and tips shared by the talented guests and if you're a reader you'll get a great insight into the writing process. Subscribe to the PamelaCook/Writes4Women mailing list via the website and check out the Patreon bonuses while you're there. And don't forget to follow the podcast on your favourite platform or find the audio and video wt writes4women.com

W4W BOOK LAUNCH - Barbara Hannay "The Sister's Gift"

Pamela Cook introduces a Writes for Women Rewind episode featuring award-winning Victorian author Favel Parrett discussing her novel There Was Still Love, inspired by family memories and set across Czechoslovakia and Australia from 1938–1981.

Parrett explains her “simple on the page, layered underneath” style built through extensive drafting (often 15 drafts per scene), using memory as non-linear snapshots, and writing in a child’s voice to preserve gaps and subtext. 

The conversation covers dialogue that relies on silence and mood, weaving motifs like suitcases and food, creating embodied emotion, the intensity of a reclusive routine while writing, and Parrett’s four writing tips: focus on the work first, believe it’s possible, seek feedback at the right time, and read.

 

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Pamela Cook introduces a Writes for Women Rewind episode featuring award-winning Victorian author Favel Parrett discussing her novel There Was Still Love, inspired by family memories and set across Czechoslovakia and Australia from 1938&ndash;1981.
Parrett explains her &ldquo;simple on the page, layered underneath&rdquo; style built through extensive drafting (often 15 drafts per scene), using memory as non-linear snapshots, and writing in a child&rsquo;s voice to preserve gaps and subtext.&nbsp;
The conversation covers dialogue that relies on silence and mood, weaving motifs like suitcases and food, creating embodied emotion, the intensity of a reclusive routine while writing, and Parrett&rsquo;s four writing tips: focus on the work first, believe it&rsquo;s possible, seek feedback at the right time, and read.
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Hachette Publishing "There Was Still Love"&nbsp;
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Pamela Cook introduces a Writes for Women rewind episode featuring award-winning Victorian author Favel Parrett discussing her novel There Was Still Love.

Small Moments, Big Emotions with Favel Parrett

Writes4Women host Pamela Cook introduces a special “Rewind” edition of the Writes for Women podcast, featuring an interview with author and editor Kim Kelly. 

Kim discusses realizing she was a writer as a child, her path into publishing, and how working in the industry helped her confidence and writing. She explains her approach to historical fiction—drawing inspiration from family stories and research—often beginning with character voice, then deepening research during drafting and revision. Kim talks about all aspects of writing, from inspiration to imposter syndrome, to creating, drafting and revising a story, making this the perfect episode to kick off the Rewind series. 

 

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Writes4Women host Pamela Cook introduces a special &ldquo;Rewind&rdquo; edition of the Writes for Women podcast, featuring an interview with author and editor Kim Kelly.&nbsp;
Kim discusses realizing she was a writer as a child, her path into publishing, and how working in the industry helped her confidence and writing. She explains her approach to historical fiction&mdash;drawing inspiration from family stories and research&mdash;often beginning with character voice, then deepening research during drafting and revision. Kim talks about all aspects of writing, from inspiration to imposter syndrome, to creating, drafting and revising a story, making this the perfect episode to kick off the Rewind series.&nbsp;
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Writes4Women host Pamela Cook introduces a special “Rewind” edition of the Writes for Women podcast, featuring an interview with author and editor Kim Kelly. 

Crafting Stories with Kim Kelly: A Rewind Edition

Host Pamela Cook interviews crime writer Kate Horan, to chat about  Kate's latest release, 'On the Edge,' a compelling thriller.

On the agenda is Kate's journey to becoming a writer, her experience with the Faber Academy course, and the mentorship she received from Katherine Heyman. Kate shares the inspiration behind 'The Inheritance,' her debut novel, and the complexities of returning to an earlier manuscript for 'On the Edge.' The episode also touches on the structural and character development processes, the challenges of writing, and the significance of small-town settings.

Pam also important news regarding the podcast in 2026.

1:27 Pamela's Writing and Podcast News

05:59 Substack Community and Subscriber Benefits

13:30 Kate Horan's Writing Journey

23:58 The Inheritance: Inspiration and Success

27:22 On the Edge: Themes and Storyline

29:43 Elevator Pitch for the Mystery Novel

31:12 Inspiration Behind the Story

33:09 Writing Process and Character Development

34:52 Challenges and Revisions

40:56 Small Town Setting and Its Importance

44:32 Character Development Techniques

48:00 Balancing Writing with Life

48:52 Promotion and Marketing Strategies

51:52 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events

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This episode produced by Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal Country.

 

 

 

 

 

Host Pamela Cook interviews crime writer Kate Horan, to chat about&nbsp; Kate's latest release, 'On the Edge,' a compelling thriller.
On the agenda is Kate's journey to becoming a writer, her experience with the Faber Academy course, and the mentorship she received from Katherine Heyman. Kate shares the inspiration behind 'The Inheritance,' her debut novel, and the complexities of returning to an earlier manuscript for 'On the Edge.' The episode also touches on the structural and character development processes, the challenges of writing, and the significance of small-town settings.
Pam also important news regarding the podcast in 2026.
1:27 Pamela's Writing and Podcast News
05:59 Substack Community and Subscriber Benefits
13:30 Kate Horan's Writing Journey
23:58 The Inheritance: Inspiration and Success
27:22 On the Edge: Themes and Storyline
29:43 Elevator Pitch for the Mystery Novel
31:12 Inspiration Behind the Story
33:09 Writing Process and Character Development
34:52 Challenges and Revisions
40:56 Small Town Setting and Its Importance
44:32 Character Development Techniques
48:00 Balancing Writing with Life
48:52 Promotion and Marketing Strategies
51:52 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events
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