Category Archives: Gathering books to sell

Whale Tales exhibition at Lighthouse Arts

Posted on August 21, 2022 by Debbie Robson

Last weekend I visited the Lighthouse Arts exhibition Whale Tales at Nobbys Lighthouse. The exhibition is a wonderful blend of poems, a story and artwork, all inspired by whales. The artists involved are: Kelly BarlinFiona ClarkCharmon CumminsBelinda DoreySaretta FieldingEmily LloydWanda … Continue reading →

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Women of Words Wrap-up

Posted on November 30, 2016 by Debbie Robson

What a great success these events have been and I’d like to personally thank Janette Hoppe for creating the Women of Words project and organising the poetry readings. The last event was at Good Brother Espresso Shop and $210 was … Continue reading →

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Women of Words Event 3

Posted on November 15, 2016 by Debbie Robson

Another chance to hear some great poetry and help the Hunter Women’s Centre! The third event is again at Vinyl Cafe, our wonderful supporters, this Saturday 19th 4-6pm. Gracing the stage with pure feminine energy are the voices of Judy Johnson, … Continue reading →

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Women of Words Event 2

Posted on November 9, 2016 by Debbie Robson

Last week at the Women of Words Poetry Event 1 at the Press Bookhouse Cafe $240 was raised for the Hunter Women’s Centre. Books were donated by Ivy Ireland (reading above) Magdalena Ball and Beth Spencer and used as door … Continue reading →

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The Fugue State and the work of Ruth Skilbeck

Posted on September 29, 2015 by Debbie Robson

I first met Ruth Skilbeck when Ruth, Paula Morrow and myself were invited to read at our Booklovers group which often meets at Cooks Hill Books. I have written about Paula’s book Darwin’s Dilemma in an earlier post here. I … Continue reading →

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An afternoon of poetry at the Press Book House

Posted on July 27, 2015 by Debbie Robson

Starving in a Garret and Papatuanuku Press is hosting an afternoon of poetry at the Press Book House Hunter Street, Newcastle on Saturday 15th August, 3.30 for 4pm start till 6pm. This is an open reading with each poet having … Continue reading →

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Paula Morrow on Goodreads

Posted on May 28, 2015 by Debbie Robson

I recently had the good fortune to meet Paula Morrow the author of Darwin’s Dilemma: the damage done and the battle for the forests. “This novel is based on two true stories: A fictional group investigate the truth behind a … Continue reading →

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Newcastle Writer’s Festival & The Press Book House

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Debbie Robson

I’m so happy that the home of Starving in a Garrett was the host venue for two events for the festival. The first was on Friday evening as a lead up to the festival proper – the double launch of … Continue reading →

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Starving in a Garret has a new home!

Posted on December 2, 2013 by Debbie Robson

Thank God! It is lovely to have such a friendly place with good coffee where I can relax and write and do my Starving in a Garret sessions. The Press Book House is the perfect place to catch up with friends, browse … Continue reading →

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A new session on Saturday and a new location!

Posted on November 28, 2013 by Debbie Robson

I’m back after a short break (and a holiday in New Zealand) with another session of Starving in a Garret. I will be at The Press Book House https://www.facebook.com/thepressbookhouse this Saturday 30th November between 10am and approximately 11.30. I’ll have … Continue reading →

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