Not Just a Piece of Cake, Hazel Edwards OAM
Not Just a Piece of Cake, Hazel Edwards OAM
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Not Just a Piece of Cake
Being an Author

Author: Hazel Edwards OAM

Narrator: Erin Marie White

Unabridged: 5 hr 46 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 08/15/2021


Synopsis

A memoir is only a slice of a life. This 'questory' (quest + history) covers more than the beloved cake-eating hippo. 'Not Just a Piece of Cake' is a candid memoir of the realistic process of the process of creativity, via anecdotes.

'Anecdultery' is a Hazel original term for story as she takes the reader behind the books. Hazel shares the humour of a diverse work style and family life behind beloved characters like the cake-eating hippo.

The hippocampus is where memories are kept. Collaborating with illustrators, performers, co-authors and even family, Hazel shares 'the process of the process of writing' and why storytelling matters - culturally and personally.

***REVIEWS***

"Discusses the practicalities of juggling family life with creative time" - Felicity Marshall

"Couldn't put it down ... " - Wendy Tuckett

"A most valuable resource for aspiring writers" - Juliet Sampson

"A must- read ...Should be read by anyone who loves good anecdultery" - Shauna Hicks

"Inspires those who wish to begin the author's journey and those on that journey" - Susanne Gervay

Reviews

Goodreads review by Juliet on March 14, 2016

A review of a most valuable resource for aspiring writers. As we all know it is not just a piece of cake in any profession, yes it is hard work… I remember someone once telling me that if someone who has succeeded in life tells you it has not been hard work they are lying… Not Just A Piece Of Cake Bei......more

Goodreads review by Megan on January 21, 2016

Hazel’s memoir is engaging, ‘non-boring,’ and not set out like a normal memoir. There are many anecdotes, or as Hazel calls them, ‘Anecdultery,’ ‘embellishing and re-telling stories.’ For a reader who is an aspiring writer, these anecdotes make you realize the great impact a good story can have on a......more

Goodreads review by Anne on December 14, 2015

Hazel’s memoir ‘Not Just a Piece of Cake – Being an Author, reveals how her quest to master the art of intrinsic motivation, so vital to a creative life, drove her career throughout her colourful life. This open, honest and authentic account of her career is an inspiration and a gift to our country’s......more

Goodreads review by Felicity on January 07, 2016

Hazel Edwards has a unique voice and it shines through in her memoir 'Not Just a Piece of Cake; Being an Author'. This book is a rich tapestry of her experiences from a childhood growing up in her parents' General Store in rural Gippsland through her years as a mother and a teacher to recently being......more

Goodreads review by Mich on January 17, 2016

The generosity of this author shines through in such a quiet manner. Hazel Edwards gives of her time all the time. Reading to children , travelling and encouraging writing and friendships with-in the book world. This book threads many parts of Hazel's work and travels. Chapter 21 is my favourite. Haze......more