GWEN WILSON, Author, aka The Reluctant Retiree

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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)

Shelleyrae @ Book’d Out reviews Louisa

19 June, 2026 / Garrulous Gwendoline / Leave a comment

Shelleyrae is a prolific book reviewer who lives on the mid-north coast of New South Wales. She kindly agreed to review Louisa. My deep thanks for a thoughtful review. Here … Continue reading Shelleyrae @ Book’d Out reviews Louisa

The Journey of Louisa: From Manuscript to Published Novel

18 June, 202618 June, 2026 / Garrulous Gwendoline / 2 Comments

https://gwenwilson.com.au/2019/06/16/eleven-nights-for-eleven-years/ I'm so enjoying the reminders from WordPress about what I wrote "on this day" years back, that I am in danger of reblogging them all. The saving grace with … Continue reading The Journey of Louisa: From Manuscript to Published Novel

Join Me for the Sydney Launch of LOUISA on August 15, 2026.

17 June, 202618 June, 2026 / Garrulous Gwendoline / 11 Comments

Mark your calendars for the launch of Louisa on May 29, 2026, at The Links Seaside in Wollongong! It kicks off at 2pm, and attendance is free, so don’t forget to book your spot. Plus, author Suzanne Leal, known for her award-winning novels, will be in the mix!

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Latest Stories

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