Pivotal moments affect the lives of authors and characters, as Melissa Wray discovered. A father saying ‘yes’ to his daughter proved a pivotal moment in the life of author Melissa Wray, and the protagonist, Jessica, in Melissa’s debut young adult novel 'Destiny Road'. Two years after the book’s launch, the Geelong-based author looks back on her path to writing the novel, which she describes as “a story of choices, consequences, heartbreak and acceptance”. Melissa has written

Celia and Nonna Writer: Victoria Lane Illus: Kayleen West Ford Street Publishing Like many books, 'Celia and Nonna' began with a line of truth, says author Victoria Lane, with the narrative exploring the relationship between a granddaughter and grandmother, and how they reconnect following change. Describe your book: 'Celia and Nonna' is a significant and heart-warming picture book about the special bond between children and grandparents – and what happens when life changes.