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blog 20: In which I explain a dozen ways to be annoying on a plane

Posted on July 29, 2011 by mgbauer

On Sunday afternoon I fly up to a school in Cairns for a week as a Writer in Residence there, so I thought it would be timely for me to share my wealth of experience concerning plane etiquette with the … Continue reading →

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blog19: In which I read the signs during my morning walk.

Posted on July 22, 2011 by mgbauer

Most mornings I go for my regular walk through Enoggera, Ashgrove and Newmarket. Come along with me as I read the signs. (Yes I know what you’re thinking – very impressive pins!) Sign 1: Just around the corner and down the road … Continue reading →

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blog 18: In which I speak out of school – part 2

Posted on July 17, 2011 by mgbauer

Recently we had an event for the launch of Ishmael and the Hoops of Steel at Marist College Ashgrove. This is the school I attended from Grade 4 to Grade 12, where I returned as a Teacher in 1995 and from … Continue reading →

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blog 17: In which I give some helpful advice to the CBCA judges

Posted on June 29, 2011 by mgbauer

I am thrilled that my book Just a Dog has made the shortlist for 2011 Children’s Book Council of Australia Award in the Younger Readers category. It’s a real honour to be on a list with the following wonderful books and … Continue reading →

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