In about a week’s time I’m interviewing the writer Nikki Gemell, author of the international bestseller The Bride Stripped Bare, at Manly Library. Nikki is an engaging speaker, I interviewed her for a public event at Hunter Writers Centre (Newcastle) a few months back, and she is generous with her time. We spoke about her journey into writing, early life in Woollongong, how becoming a mother impacted on her writing practice, the media frenzy that accompanied the publication of Bride, and her family’s recent move back to Australia after fourteen years in London. We also chatted about the new book, With my Body, and her previous novels Shiver, Cleave and Lovesong. 

After the talk was over she signed books for people and chatted to them about writing. I remember being impressed by the amount of effort she put into the signings: intricate curly cord cursive with flourishes, nice messages.

The Manly Library event is on Wednesday 28th March from about 6.15pm. Bookings are essential, light refreshments will be served and entry is $10. Please phone 02 9976 1747.