As I sit holding this exquisitely handcrafted leather-bound copy of my novel, Falling for Water, I am yet again honoured and surprised by such a gift.Thank you, Warren Broom, for your dedication to your learning, your artisan self, and the skill that has created this 16th century style hand-bound and embossed beauty.Hard to find the words … Continue reading A Treasured Gift: The Beauty of a Handcrafted Leather Book
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I've been having a truly wonderful time meeting readers at the local markets of northern Tasmania. It is heartening to hear people's feedback about my new novel, Falling for Water, with many people expressing gratitude as they feel it is a nourishing and timely story that lifts their spirits. Here's one from Donna: Falling for … Continue reading Local Markets
Just wanted to say thanks to all the wonderful readers who have been enjoying my new novel, Falling for Water. The feedback has been awesome and I am very glad to hear it has touched your hearts in so many ways. And now it's nearly Christmas and if you are still looking for something meaningful … Continue reading Thank you readers
I've just finished this book - thankyou Fran Cairns so much. It's a quiet and powerful tale of water, of spirit, of the earth, of lineage and of belonging. Belonging to the big everything, and to those who came before us. To Self. I love how Fran has managed to write the stuff that has … Continue reading Thank you Cindy
As a writer, Fran Cairns has always had a wonderful capacity to evoke a sense of place for her readers. In her latest book, she does the same, taking us from one side of the globe to the other. The landscape, the environment, is as much a part of the story as the characters that … Continue reading Chuffed to receive this feedback from a reader…
What a wonderful launch! It was standing room only at the beachside vintage hall at Blythe Heads with 5o people gathering for the celebration of Falling for Water by Francesca Cairns. Nettie Hume was the MC and there was a beautiful sharing by Cassie Smith, North West Environment Centre & Manager ecofest26: This book has … Continue reading Falling for Water is launched!
Love whispered its promise in my ear, lingering, as though with longing echoed. Trailed its fingers across my body, through my resistance into my heart. Teasing with the touch of delight, the thrill of possibility… and fled.
Francesca Cairns 