The sign says it all.
2NVR – Nambucca Community Radio – is an impressive facility tucked away in an old school house in Bowraville, NSW. (Some of you might know that my fictional Calingarry Crossing was inspired by four small towns: Sawtell, Ulmarra, Bellingen and Bowraville.)
So, what a thrill it was to be asked to spend an hour talking books and writing, songs and the seasons on Elizabeth’s Turning Pages program. (And what tremendous role community radio people play in regional Australia.)
A few days ago Elizabeth asked me to provide her with a list of my favourite songs — of course they were all season related: Summertime, Blue Skies, Stormy Weather, Summer Holiday — to be slotted into the hour-long chat, along with the news and the all-important sponsor messages. (Did I mention how amazing community radio is, yet?).
We discussed my writing process and how much I am enjoying mentoring a local writer. For aspiring
writers I sung the praises of RWA. I got to share bits about book 3 – Season of Shadow and Light – but forgot to mention book 4 has a very Nambucca theme!!
We laughed a lot, talked about my impending adventures in a fifth wheeler and my writing of the song for Simmering Season. We also gulped in unison over a technical glitch, which Elizabeth resolved like the professional she is. (Did I mention how wonderful community radio folk are, yet?)
Sadly, we were unable to play my song, so here it is – below.
I did manage to leave books with Elizabeth and over the next week or two she will be telling listeners how they can win the signed copies.
So locals, do tune in to the ‘best little station in the nation’ – 105.9 FM – each Friday from 11:00 am and don’t forget to support those all-impotant sponsors. If you Facebook, head over the Elizabeth’s Turning Pages.
**READER SPOILER ALERT**
AMBER LEAVES
Music and lyrics by Jenn J McLeod.
Arranged and performed by John Watson.
Produced by Clive Lendich.
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