The Feathers of Farwood and the Gripps' Curse

Jayne holds a Bachelor of Journalism and works as a marketing manager on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. She was named a Professional Business Woman of the Year finalist in the 2023 Sunshine Coast Business Women’s Awards. Jayne is a member of the Queensland Writers Centre and recently completed a Writing Residency at Varuna.

With famed Australian author Ethel Turner (Seven Little Australians) in her family tree, Jayne lives and breathes imaginative stories to educate and inspire. She was home-schooled on K’gari (then called Fraser Island) for nearly a year, during which time she developed a deep fascination for the island’s natural environment. This wonder for the natural world, combined with a love of words and magic, inspired her debut novel, The Feathers of Farwood, which was shortlisted for the Text Prize in 2024.

Growing up with Auslan as a second language (Jayne’s brother is non-verbal), communication has always played an important role in her life. She incorporates this experience into her writing, and it’s inherent to her voice. Mixing the everyday with a bit of whimsy, she aims to reflect modern Australian life with wordplay and a focus on the natural environment.

Jayne has a strong background in corporate writing, editing, design, workshop facilitation, and social media management. She is keen to participate in book reading events, school talks, and other opportunities.