2023 Stories Unfold Self-Publishing Conference, Amsterdam

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On 20 March 2025, I I travelled from The Hague to Amsterdam for the Stories Unfold Self-Publishing Conference. Here's the promo blurb: Join us for a full day packed with inspirational talks from successful self-published authors, practical workshops on topics like Print on Demand, digital distribution, editor/author relationship, book advertising and promotion, writing workshops, paper industry, imposter syndrome, book cover … Continue reading 2023 Stories Unfold Self-Publishing Conference, Amsterdam

WaterBear: like Netflix for Nature

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Here in the Netherlands we are in our second lockdown, as well as in the middle of a cold, dark winter. Netflix is the most popular pastime for many of us looking for entertainment and escape. Personally I've enjoyed series such as Bridgeton, Outlander and my 13yo daughter's favourite - RuPaul's Drag Race! Salad for … Continue reading WaterBear: like Netflix for Nature

LinkedInLocal book launch: How a hashtag changed the world

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https://www.amazon.com/How-Hashtag-Changed-World-LinkedInLocal-ebook/dp/B08HD9ZVT9 The LinkedInLocal community has had a positive aspect on many people around the world in the last few years, including mine. Great news is there is now a book which captures some of the stories of this movement. It was wonderful to be part of the launch afterparty live with authors Anne McAfee and … Continue reading LinkedInLocal book launch: How a hashtag changed the world

Welcome to the Zestee Blog

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Welcome to the Zestee blog - this is portfolio of my work as well as a a treasure trove of more than 15 years of my favourite topics, articles, resources, book reviews, summaries of events I've been to and more.  You can navigate by scrolling, or via the category and archive dropdowns in the sidebar … Continue reading Welcome to the Zestee Blog

Blogging for Creatives Book

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As an Australian living in the Netherlands, I always get really excited when the local library has great English language books alongside the Dutch ones.  "Blogging for Creatives" grabbed my attention immediately with not just the topic, but also the beautifully presented pages. Published in 2012, this book is a very useful starting point for … Continue reading Blogging for Creatives Book

English Writing Festival The Hague: Memoir and biography writing Event Highlights

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Being a native English speaker based in the Netherlands (originally from Australia), I have felt the frustration of browsing library shelves filled with books that look interesting, but are in another language.  Though I'm learning Dutch, reading an entire book in this language takes me quite some time and isn't really a relaxing experience. Granted, … Continue reading English Writing Festival The Hague: Memoir and biography writing Event Highlights