Hi everyone, I’m Nic Starr. Bronwyn asked me if I’d
like to pop by for a visit, so here I am. Thank you so much for having me.
I was considering what I should talk about in this
post and thought I could give you the spiel on my latest release or perhaps
talk about something else. Given Christmas is just around the corner – 2 weeks
*gasps in horror* - what a perfect topic!
Last week I was chatting with my mum about Christmas
and some of my earliest Christmas memories. I have general memories, all
involving the excitement of getting presents (hey, I was a kid so yes, it was
all about me!) and lots of food. The long table set with the good china and
glassware, masses amounts of food, and all of us sitting around with the paper
hats from the Christmas Crackers on our heads. The crackers provided lots of
entertainment. My dad and grandfather would read the silly jokes and all of us
kids would try to snag the most plastic trinkets.
My earliest concrete memory is of performing in the
school Christmas Pageant when I was in first class. I would have been seven
years old and had a starring role *cough, cough* as one of Santa’s boomers.
For you non-Aussies out there, a boomer is a
Kangaroo because Santa needs to use Kangaroos, not Reindeers, to pull the
sleigh while down under. I had the pleasure of dressing up as a Boomer and
being on stage for the duration of one song. We were then allowed to drink Coke
(big treat) which I subsequently threw up. What a wonderful Christmas! :)
Six White Boomers by Rolf Harris is the song we were
performing to. Maybe it’s not PC to mention it anymore due to the recent events
surrounding Rolf Harris, but whatever has come to light recently, can’t change
my Christmas memories—and I loved that song!
So here’s the link if you want to check out a good
Aussie Christmas Carol.
Now for the self-promotion bit. I have a new release coming on 17th December,
More Than a Superstar. If you’re looking for a novella to read over your
holiday break, this is it! :)
If you are thinking of purchasing your Christmas
gifts through Amazon and haven’t already signed up for Amazon Smile, do
consider it. Amazon Smile lets you nominate a charity (I’ve chosen Lost N Found
Youth) which will receive a small % from your purchase. Every little bit helps
so spread the Christmas cheer.
I wish you and your family a very merry Christmas.
Nic xx