Once upon a time, I wrote a book...

...and now I'm holding the physical copy in my hands.

It's a surreal experience.

My book, '...and leap' is a collection of writings, so to speak. There is no one style of writing and no cohesive structure, other than the separation of musings into three sections; years, people, stories.

years contains one piece of writing based on each year of my life thus far and the most pressing and/or influential memory or feeling of that particular time.

people contains letters, poetry, reflections, and more, either reminiscing on those who have a great impact on my life in one way or another, or expressing gratitude or remorse to those who have had an impact in the past.

stories contains... stories. in a wide array of forms. short stories, poetry, lyrics stolen from songs I've been working on, dialogue from plays I've since shelved... I wrote the stories the way they begged to be told, focusing more on the feeling of the action rather than the action itself.

I've spent 6 - 7 months on this project, on and off. I had put it aside until a burst of inspiration a few weeks ago led to the impulsive desire to make it happen. So I did! I dipped into my savings (because that's what mature, responsible adults do, yeah?) to print a very small batch to start with.

The incomparable Lily Sullivan is responsible for the artwork. I am endlessly grateful for her contribution and her friendship.

If you'd like a copy, please get in touch. This is a passion project, not a way to make a living. I don't even know if you'll like it, but I've put my heart and soul on paper now and it's time to let this baby fly.

Each copy is $20 AUD, or $25 if you'd like me to post it to you. 
Payment can be made with cash upon in-person delivery, or direct transfer. 
Email me at madeleine.little@hotmail.com or message me via Facebook if you'd like to place an order.