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  • laptop, mug of coffee, notepad and pen, and phone.
    Digital or analog organisational system?

    Now that I’ve cleaned up the library, found places for things, and processes for getting them there, it’s time to consider choosing between digital or analog systems.

  • Organisational system represented by a stack of folders and papers with post-it notes.
    Developing an organisational system

    Just lately, I’ve lost a few tasks and deadlines through to the organisational system keeper (yes, a cricket reference). It’s upsetting on many levels, and leaves me worried about what else I’ve missed.

  • The cover of Susan and the Gangster by Alexandria Blaelock features a woman walking down a city street wearing warm layers with her hands in her pockets.
    This Month’s Free Short Story

    The last week or so has felt a lot like life catching up to me, reminding me a little of the the free short story I’ve chosen for October – “Susan and the Gangster.”

  • Daunt Books bookstore in Marylebone London for love your bookshop day
    Love your bookshop day 11 October 2025

    Founded by the Australian Booksellers Association in 2014, Love Your Bookshop Day is an annual day of celebration for, you guessed it, local bookshops, and this year we’re celebrating October 11. This year’s theme is “Discover the Magic. Discover You.”

  • Symbolising slow living, a lit incense stick in a holder sitting between a rock and a deck of cards
    Slow living

    Following the overachiever card, I’ve wondered whether there’s been too much happening, and I should slow down. Embrace slow living.