Sara Foster

Perth Writers Festival – only a few weeks to go

Sara — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:47:24 +0000

If you live in my home town of Perth, I hope I’ll see you at the Perth Writers Festival in a few weeks (23-26 February). The program looks brilliant and I’m really looking forward to listening to all the wonderful writers, both local and international, who will be there. I’m taking part on two panels, as well as conducting an e-marketing seminar. For more details on my events, check out the Events page. And for more details on the festival visit www.perthfestival.com.au.

News on the US edition of Beneath the Shadows

Sara — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:18:01 +0000

Beneath the Shadows US edition

I’m delighted to be able to reveal the cover of the US edition of Beneath the Shadows - I absolutely love it! Huge thanks to the designers, as I think it captures the book’s essence perfectly.

Beneath the Shadows will be out in the US on 5 June 2012, and is already available for pre-order on Amazon. It is being likened to books by Sophie Hannah and Rosamund Lupton, and here’s what NYT bestselling author Heather Gudenkauf had to say:

Sara Foster’s Beneath the Shadows is a haunting tale of loss and one woman’s search for the truth no matter the consequences. This vividly written novel will leave you breathless and as chilled as the starkly beautiful North Yorkshire moors where this compelling story unfolds.

Happy New Year!

Sara — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 00:00:35 +0000

So 2012 has arrived, and it’s already looking like an exciting year. I’m looking forward to:

finishing my third book, Shallow Breath, getting it into production and telling everybody about it
seeing Beneath the Shadows published in America
attending the Perth Writers Festival, being involved in discussions and conducting a session on e-marketing
starting a brand-new book!

Wishing you all a very happy and healthy 2012 filled with great reading.

Merry Christmas!

Sara — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 03:27:49 +0000

It has been a great 2011 for me, with the publication of Beneath the Shadows in Australia and Germany, and a new contract for my third novel. 2012 looks just as exciting, with publication of Beneath the Shadows in the US, and I’ll be busy finishing Shallow Breath, my new book. I’ll also be appearing at the Perth Writers Festival in February, so there is lots to look forward to.

Wishing you all a wonderful festive season and a very happy 2012.

Sara x

WA Premier’s Summer Reading Challenge 2012

Sara — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 02:16:33 +0000

I found out at the weekend that Beneath the Shadows is on the Premier’s Summer Reading Challenge for 2012. This Challenge is designed for kids and their parents, and reading lists can be found at http://www.summerreadingchallenge.org.au/what-to-read/booklists/. While taking part you can also raise funds for the Multiple Schlerosis Society. To find out more visit the website: http://www.summerreadingchallenge.org.au. Happy reading!

My BOOK STORE has gone LIVE

Sara — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 23:26:15 +0000

I’m pleased to announce I am now able to sell books through my website. Availability may vary due to accessibility and pricing/postage, but at present you can buy C format copies of Come Back to Me, or book packs of Come Back to Me and my latest release, Beneath the Shadows. Prices INCLUDE postage anywhere in Australia, so they are great value, and you can also request signed copies. Go to the ‘STORE’ tab at the top of the page, and follow the links. Happy shopping!

Wintermoor, aka Beneath the Shadows, out in Germany!

Sara — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 23:21:31 +0000

Wintermoor is the German title for Beneath the Shadows, and I had a lovely surprise today to discover it will be in the shops officially from tomorrow, and is already up on a host of online sites. Hello to all you lovely German readers, and here’s the synopsis in German:

Das Moor vergisst nicht.

Ein Jahr ist es her, dass Grace mit ihrer kleinen Tochter das einsame North Yorkshire fluchtartig verließ. Ein Jahr, seit ihr Mann spurlos im Moor verschwand.

Seitdem sucht Grace nach Antworten. Doch als sie jetzt ins Moor zurückkehrt, stößt sie auf eine Mauer des Schweigens. Welches Geheimnis verbergen ihre Nachbarn? Wem kann sie trauen? Und was bedeuten die merkwürdigen Träume? Während Schneestürme das Dorf von der Außenwelt abschneiden, wird Grace klar: Jemand versucht mit allen Mitteln, die Wahrheit vor ihr zu verbergen. Wie weit wird er gehen?

Perth Festival 2012

Sara — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:34:57 +0000

I’m absolutely delighted to be taking part in the Perth Festival next year. Watch this space for details of session times.

Buy Come Back to Me from my website in time for Christmas

Sara — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 04:31:00 +0000

In the next couple of weeks I hope to be able to sell a limited number of trade paperback copies of Come Back to Me direct from my website. We are just getting the software/PayPal links sorted, so more on that shortly.

Back from holiday and busy writing

Sara — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 04:27:38 +0000

I’m well into novel number 3 now, and looking forward to having a first draft ready early next year. I just spent ten days in Japan where I did a little bit of research as well as taking some family holiday time, but that’s all I’ll say for the moment. I hope to be able to put the synopsis/teaser for book 3 up on site early next year, so watch this space.

Interview with www.thereadingroom.com

Sara — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 12:21:54 +0000

I recently answered 20 questions for www.thereadingroom.com. If you want to find out which author I’d invite for dinner, or who I think should receive the Nobel Prize for literature, follow this link: http://www.thereadingroom.com/author-20-questions/sara-foster/604120

Check out my work space on Fiona Palmer’s website!

Sara — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 23:27:56 +0000

I was delighted when Fiona contacted me to ask me to be part of her latest website project, in which she asks a number of Australian authors to write about and photograph their work spaces. Go to her website www.fionapalmer.com and check them out – there are some great names on there, including Matthew Reilly, Lisa Heidke, Tony Park, Bronwyn Parry, Rachael Treasure, Mandy Magro, Jaye Ford, Katherine Scholes and Monica McInerney!

Heather Gudenkauf, NYT bestselling author, praises Beneath the Shadows!

Sara — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:48:04 +0000

I was thrilled to hear that Heather Gudenkauf has read and loved Beneath the Shadows, ahead of its US release early next year. Here’s what she had to say:

Heather’s first book, The Weight of Silence, (called Behind the Silence in Australia) was nominated for an Edgar award, and is part of the UK’s The Summer Read. Her latest book, These Things Hidden, was on the February 2011 Indie Next List “Great Reads from Booksellers You Trust”. To find out more visit her website www.heathergudenkauf.com.

Thank you so much, Heather!

New blog, and win a copy of Beneath the Shadows

Sara — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 02:58:18 +0000

Jayne at the fabulous Australian Bookshelf site invited me to write a guest blog as part of Aussie August month. There’s also a copy of Beneath the Shadows up for grabs, and all you have to do is leave a comment. Offer ends 31 August. Click here to visit the page, or go to http://australianbookshelf.wordpress.com/

Future of WA waters in our hands – till Aug 8th

Sara — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 12:00:54 +0000

I’ve briefly taken my blog out of hibernation to highlight the current fight to protect the waters of Australia’s south-west. Please read my blog, and have your say before 8 August. There is so much unique life in the region that needs sanctuaries, and this is a unique opportunity to push for them.

Beginning book 3

Sara — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 01:21:23 +0000

I’ve just started writing Book 3 – find out my initial thoughts about it at the blog.

Two events in Perth this weekend (25 & 26 June)

Sara — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 12:19:45 +0000

I’m looking forward to talking about my books this weekend – on Saturday at Ellenbrook library (11.30 am), and on Sunday at the Bodhi Tree bookshop cafe in Mt Hawthorn (10 am). Bookings are essential for both events: for Ellenbrook call 9297 9600, and for the Bodhi Tree call 9444 9884. Tickets to the Bodhi Tree event are $15, and you can also book via the Bodhi Tree website. Hope to see you at the weekend!

New interview with Career Confessions

Sara — Mon, 30 May 2011 00:06:02 +0000

I was recently interviewed by the lovely Monica Kade at Career Confessions, and her questions really got me thinking. You can read the interview at http://careerconfessions.wordpress.com/

New reviews and interviews up on site

Sara — Mon, 23 May 2011 06:48:22 +0000

I’ve been busy adding more reviews and online interviews onto the site – check out the media section for a full list.

Fremantle event: Friday 8 April

Sara — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 13:41:29 +0000

I’ll be talking about writing and Beneath the Shadows at Fremantle library, 10 am on Friday 8 April – please come along!

Aussie Author month

Sara — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 13:38:25 +0000

I’m participating in Aussie Author month this year – you can find the details on my blog. The event is supporting the Indigenous Literacy Project, dedicated to bridging the reading gap. Find out more at: www.indigenousliteracyfoundation.org.au

In support of Jackie O

Sara — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 08:55:16 +0000

New piece on my blog, speaking out in support of the radio presenter. For more background info go to Mamamia.com

Welcome to my blog, ANITA HEISS!

Sara — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 23:06:27 +0000

I’m delighted to have Anita Heiss as today’s guest at my blog - check it out to find more about Anita and her latest release Paris Dreaming.

Colosoul giveaway

Sara — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 07:08:02 +0000

Five copies of Beneath the Shadows are being given away by Colosoul magazine. All you have to do to win one of the books is:

1. ‘like’ the Colosoul facebook page (most importantly!)

2. Send them a message marked ‘Sara Foster giveaway’ and tell them what your favourite book is and why.

3. Cross your fingers and wait for the results!

Competition ends on the 31st of April so get your entries in as quick as you can!

TWO MELBOURNE EVENTS, 16 & 17 March, book now!

Sara — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:23:44 +0000

On 16 March ‘ll be at Heaths Rd Library for an event held in conjunction with ABC Werribee from 6.30 pm. Bookings: (03) 9748 9333

On 17 March I’ll be at Readings bookshop in Hawthorn from 6.30, chatting about all things writing. Bookings: (03) 9819 1917

Click on my ‘Events’ page for more details, or to find the WA events coming up over the next month.