Biography

The Bracelet is Diane’s second novel. Her debut, The Photograph, was published by Wings ePress Inc. in 2024. Her other writing credits include flash fiction and short stories published in several anthologies including the Sydney Hammond Memorial Short Story Competition – 2nd place (2019) and longlisted (2020). 

Though happily settled in Brisbane, Australia, since 1996, much of her inspiration comes from the UK. Using stunning locations as the backdrop, her novels feature restless women craving truth, identity and love. She propels her female protagonists into complex family predicaments where they must deal with the agony of missing siblings, absent fathers or ethical dilemmas.

When not writing she takes long walks in the Australian bush, upcycles vintage furniture, spends time with family and friends and spoils her cavoodle puppy.

Writing Journey

My motto is - don’t give up! My journey began nine years ago. Here are the highlights: 3 full length novels; 50+ short stories; an agent; 2 editors; 2 manuscript assessors; 1 mentor; 1 writing retreat; numerous courses and workshops; 10+ beta readers; countless rejections; I publisher and 2 book deals!

And before …

I’m often asked if my past ‘day job’ helped with my writing. I think it did. I was a qualified Speech Pathologist for 30+ years. Observing human communication and interaction was the core role of my work. I believe I have an ear for speech, an eye for non-verbal communication and skills in interpreting the question, ‘why?’ - why is someone speaking and behaving in this way? I hope these skills ensure my characters are unique, just as each of us has a unique communication style.