Tag Archives: living a creative life

Three book launches in one night!

Posted on January 23, 2026 by Debbie Robson

Well, it is was very special night on Tuesday, 20 January with three book launches at the first ever Poetry at the Pub for 2026. All three collections are published by Flying Islands Press and the images of the poets … Continue reading →

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#with love to Ukraine

Posted on December 2, 2024 by Debbie Robson

This worthwhile exhibition in “The Barracks” at Fort Scratchley opened on Sunday 1 December and runs until 15 December. Hope you can make it!

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Flying Spanners Gallery

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Debbie Robson

Hidden away in Teralba, Lake Macquarie, a town more like a little NSW country town than a lakeside suburb is one of my favourite places, Flying Spanners Gallery. Here Bec and Grahame open their cafe and gallery to the public … 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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Poetry at the Pub February 2014

Posted on February 17, 2014 by Debbie Robson

Tonight at the Wicko Park Hotel in Wickham, Newcastle guest poet Meg Dunn performed in a blaze of orange light and movement. It was wonderful to see a performance poet as experienced as Meg thrilling us with her art. According … Continue reading →

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A quiet place to write

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Debbie Robson

A quiet place to write. I’m an expert at finding them. Since around 2008 I haven’t been able to do any serious writing at home. (Except the other night at midnight!) Just too many distractions – housework, the internet, dogs … Continue reading →

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A change of venue and day!

Posted on August 1, 2013 by Debbie Robson

As I’m wandering around a cemetery on Saturday (yes, I know history buffs are strange people) I thought I would hold Starving in a Garret on Sunday, 4th August and for a change at the excellent Agosti’s Cafe on Darby … Continue reading →

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It’s a juggling act, finding the right balance!

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Debbie Robson

As much as I’d love to do have Starving in a Garret open three days a week, I can only manage three hours on Saturday mornings at the moment due to my work commitments. But that’s life these days, isn’t … Continue reading →

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