Monthly Archives: August 2026

Ros Spencer Poetry Prize

Posted on August 30, 2026 by magdalenaball

My poem “Imago” won second prize in the 2026 Ros Spencer Poetry Prize. Of the poem, judge Jaya Penelope said “Subtle and generous, the poem offers something approaching consolation to those who are walking in liminal spaces of grief and … Continue reading →

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New review of High Wire Step

Posted on August 28, 2026 by magdalenaball

One of the many nice things about poetry is that it tends not to have a use-by date for publishers. It stays out there and you never know who will pick it up or when (often with fiction you have … Continue reading →

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Interview at Printed Word Reviews

Posted on August 3, 2026 by magdalenaball

Recently I had the pleasure of being interviewed by publisher Ted Olczak for his Printed Word ANZ special issue.  We covered a lot of ground including such things as the way living in Australia has (re)shaped my voice as a … Continue reading →

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