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Louisa – A Historical Novel

Set in Sydney between 1880 and 1895, Louisa is inspired by the lives of women lured to Australia in search of independence, only to find their choices limited to ‘wife’ or ‘domestic servant’. Will Louisa overcome these constraints and achieve her dream?
Published April 2026 by Glass House Books, an imprint of IP (Interactive Publications Pty Ltd)

Engaging Author Discussion: Gwen Wilson & Julie Keys discuss “Louisa” at Thirroul Library

3 September, 2026 / Garrulous Gwendoline / Leave a comment

It was a wonderfully warm and engaging audience for my presentation at the Dapto Regional Probus Club this morning. On this occasion, the topic was I Belong to No One … Continue reading Engaging Author Discussion: Gwen Wilson & Julie Keys discuss “Louisa” at Thirroul Library

“Past tense”

29 August, 2026 / Garrulous Gwendoline / 3 Comments

An interview with Campbell McConachie and Karen Lateo of the KCR Book Space team Is the past a tense subject for you? That is how the KCR Book Space team … Continue reading “Past tense”

Behind the Scenes of ‘Louisa’: An Author’s Experience

24 August, 202624 August, 2026 / Garrulous Gwendoline / 2 Comments

At the beginning of August, hot on the heels of having done a talk for U3A Wollongong, I headed out west for two library author talks at Narromine and Dubbo. … Continue reading Behind the Scenes of ‘Louisa’: An Author’s Experience

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