That I Never Listened to. "Smile."
Things my Mother Said…
That I Never Listened to. "Smile."
Author: Lani Young
Lani Young is an international bestselling author of YA fantasy, contemporary romance and literary fiction. The 2018 Pacific Laureate, her work is inspired by the diverse mythology of Oceania and the richness of her cultural heritage as a Samoan / Maori woman.
She’s Sunshine on Crack
You know what irks me? When Big Daughter wants to buy a new book for her Kindle she is sunshine on crack. 'Hi Mum, guess what?!' (gleeful. Like she has news that will transport ME into throes of ecstasy.) Me. Suspicious. 'What?' Her. 'The latest Rick Riordan book is out! The one we've been waiting… Continue reading She’s Sunshine on Crack
So You Want to Publish a Book?
An exciting part of this writing journey that I particularly treasure - is the opportunity it gives me to connect with lots of different Pacific writers and poets from all over the place. This blog post is for YOU, the writer and poet who has dallied with the thought of seeing your work in print… Continue reading So You Want to Publish a Book?
He’s Taking Over the World.
I did something stupid and bought Big Son the latest Halo game. I told myself he would finish it in one week and that would be that. Ha. I should have done my research first. Because yes, Big Son finished every level in Halo4 in one week. But then he hooked up with the entire… Continue reading He’s Taking Over the World.
I am Enough.
I blinked and 2012 streaked naked through my life, my messy house. And then it was gone. Just like that. Hello 2013!Right, so I'm going to do something revolutionary (for me) this year. I am not going to start the new year making a list of all the things I hate about myself and how… Continue reading I am Enough.
Somebody was Killed in my House Last Night
Somebody was butchered in my bathroom. Hacked to pieces in gruesome fashion. Or at least that's what it looks like. Red-stained gloves, red spatters all over the floor, the basin, the unlucky bathtub - even the mirror has got slaughter evidence on it. It's not pretty. And it's not coming off.This is what happens when… Continue reading Somebody was Killed in my House Last Night
NZ Telesa Readers Only – Get in Quick
NZ readers can pre-order a limited number of SIGNED copies of Daniel's Novella here. They will be available in New Zealand on January 30th and posted out to you. The novella is in paperback format and 146 pages. Please indicate on the order form what name you would like your book signed to. Cost - $20.00 NZD (This… Continue reading NZ Telesa Readers Only – Get in Quick
Christmas – Moments of Joy
In two more sleeps it will be Christmas 2012. Bella has been counting on her fingers and reminds me every half hour. Her Dad took her to buy presents for everyone and she can't wait for people to open them. (Even though each person already know what she's bought for them because she accidentally whispered it super loud… Continue reading Christmas – Moments of Joy
I am Wild Warrior Woman. Hear me Roar.
The Bella Beast wanted a dog for her birthday. I said hell no, I have five kids - I dont want to look after six. Because Ive been a mother long enough to know thats what happens when you get a pet. It becomes the mother's responsibility to feed it, wash it, deflea it and… Continue reading I am Wild Warrior Woman. Hear me Roar.
A Week in Samoa
I'm in Samoa - staying with my parents but otherwise completely alone. No Hot Man. No Fabulous Five. I was invited to attend the 2012 SPACLAL Pacific Literature Conference held at the National University of Samoa and I had to give a presentation thingamajig about electronic books and self-publishing and social media etc. It was… Continue reading A Week in Samoa
Lani Wendt Young 