Monthly Archives: October 2026

Exotic Matter – Pre-pub offer!

Posted on October 8, 2026 by magdalenaball

My new book, Exotic Matter, is coming out early next year and my publisher Liquid Amber Press, has put up a terrific pre-publication offer.  Put in your order now and save!  Also of course you will get my undying gratitude and … Continue reading →

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Life Encounters 17th Anniversary

Posted on October 7, 2026 by magdalenaball

My little flash fiction “Blue” has been published in the very long-running and terrific publication Live Encounters. This particular 17th Anniversary issue includes work from writers I deeply admire and I’m honoured to have my work ‘in conversation’ with theirs.  … Continue reading →

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Newcastle Poetry Prize

Posted on October 1, 2026 by magdalenaball

I’ve been a member of the Hunter Writers Centre for almost 30 years and I think I’ve been entering the Newcastle Poetry Prize, which the HWC administers, for almost as long. I’ve been shortlisted several times and was lucky enough … Continue reading →

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