I was reminded of this song when I heard of Bernard Bolan’s recent death. The chorus is a favourite with older members of my family. Bernard wrote the words and music to Rose Bay Ferry in 1973 and the song reached #1 on the Australian charts in 1974. A gentler time perhaps, which is why it’s resonatingContinue reading “Out to the open sea”
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The Wrong Time for Love-The Anderson Sisters #3
Once upon a time, I wrote two stories about two sisters, Eleanor (Ella) and Grace Anderson. Taylor’s Law is Ella’s story and Grace Under Fire tells Grace’s story. The bits and pieces that make up a story are complex, but part of the inspiration for those stories was watching family dynamics. In fact, watching my mother and aunt rememberContinue reading “The Wrong Time for Love-The Anderson Sisters #3”
Author musings
I’m writing this blog late this month because I wanted to include my reflections on A Romantic Rendezvous 2026, Sydney, 22 March. I’m glad I delayed because the event lifted my spirits which were rather bruised before that. I get some lovely feedback from reviewers on my work: I’ve won or placed in romance writing awardContinue reading “Author musings”
Remembrance
November is for remembering. Australia, along with countries of the former British Empire and Commonwealth member states celebrates Remembrance Day on 11 November each year. The day acknowledges those who suffered or died while serving in wars, conflicts or peace operations. The date chosen is the anniversary of the Armistice of 1918 that ended fightingContinue reading “Remembrance”
The Power of Words
Lots of people have lots to say about the power of words. And there are words everywhere—in our message groups, on our social media feeds and on our screens. That’s before you add books, journals, magazines and the steady stream of printed words we encounter wherever we turn. I’m also thinking of romance because that’sContinue reading “The Power of Words”
Jennifer Raines 