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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Thanks Keren - you and me both 🤣

Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

I stupidly counted how many footnotes I’ve included my draft Louisa Lawson biography.Each must be checked for accuracy & consistency. The answer: 1,286. Submitting the MS to my publisher next month. 🤷‍♀️ Appreciate your thoughts & prayers at this difficult time. 🤣 #biography #australianhistory #Booksky

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

What an honour, to be in the running for both of the Wilderness Society awards for children’s literature. Winners announced next month - fingers firmly crossed! #booksky #writinglife #middlegradebooks

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Had so much fun diving into the archives. Was NOT aware of how readily available were potions & pills for impotence and abortions, in 1890s Australia. Click through if you'd like to know more. #biography #amwriting #AustralianHistory #BookSky michellescotttucker.com/advertising-...

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Advertising in The Dawn - Everybody Astonished | Michelle Scott Tucker

Advertisements in The Dawn provide important clues about daily life in 1890s Sydney, and about women’s purchases and aspirations.

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Alice’s Dreaming is astonishing. Beautifully written and brimming with important new insights about colonisation, First Nations knowledge and historical accuracy. This book changes what we thought we knew. Read it. You’re in for a rarer treat. #australianhistory #bookreview #historybooks #BookSky

Photo of a woman holding up a book called Alice’sDreaming.

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Snuck into the garden at lunchtime. This is the corner I pretentiously call my ‘woodland’. Why yes, it does consist only of 7 small birch trees and some hellebores. And it overlooks the carport. Why do you ask? 🤣🤣 Nevertheless, it makes me happy. #writinglife

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

He’s basically just a dog in a cat suit.

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

I call this ‘Still Life with Cat’. No, he’s just big-boned. What are you trying to say? 🤣 #cat #writinglife

A fluffy grey cat sits upright on a bed, looking intently at something out of shot. Behind him a chest of drawers and bedroom clutter.

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

I see what you did there. No 86 at this stage but I am, of course, Chief!

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

A new friend joined the crew at my place today. Her name is 99, obviously 🤣 #writinglife #countrylife

Three horses - two bays and a black - stand on green grass.

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Oh! Thanks Sally. It’s selling well and getting a wide readership- so that’s great.

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Couldn’t be more proud of this book! Shortlisted 2026 CBCA Award. Shortlisted 2026 Aus Book Industry Awards. Shortlisted 2026 Roderick Literary Award. Shortlisted 2026 Wilderness Society Children’s Lit Awards. Finalist 2025 Qld Lit Award. Highly Commended 2026 Vic Premier’s Lit Award #booksky

Cover of a book called ‘Spirit of the Crocodile’ by Aaron Fa’Aoso and Michelle Scott Tucker. Cover shows a stylised image of the Torres Strait.

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Isn’t it great! She was much maligned by Henry’s biographers and so largely written out of her rightful place in history.

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

I’m writing a biography of Australian feminist Louisa Lawson (1848-1920). Today I’m writing about her gifts to her son, Henry. Yes, I saw this book in person - thanks State Library NSW! #booksky #biography

Front cover, black, of an old and damaged Holy Bible

Copperplate inscription inside the bible reads ‘To Henry Lawson from his mother Feb 23rd 1894’

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Yes, The Correspondent is every bit as good as you’ve heard. Loved it. If you’ve read it too, let me know what you thought. #amreading #booksky

Photo of book cover. The Correspondent by Virginia Evans

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

And cocktails. So. Many. Cocktails. 🤣🤣🍹

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Shhh… don’t tell my publisher but it’s possible that I won’t be working on the manuscript this week. 🤣 #langkawi #malaysia #writinglife #Booksky

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Poor Jock the Pony is feeling poorly so Good Dog Blue is checking what he can do to help. Either that or he’s sizing Jock up for his next meal. Who knows 🤷‍♀️🤣 PS. Vet has been out, Jock will be ok. #writinglife

A black pony is resting on the grass, nose to nose with a dog.

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Can’t begin to say how much I enjoyed this novel. Compelling page-turner meets insightful, thoughtful and provocative literary fiction. Highly recommend. #BookSky

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Join Aaron Fa’Aoso & me to discuss our novel. We’ll share why we wrote it, how we wrote it & why stories like this matter. It isn’t just a kid's book, it’s a window into Torres Strait Islander culture. Come for the conversation, leave with a new perspective. brushfire.com/pmivictorian...

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Writing the Crocodile

PMI Victorian History Library, 39 Saint Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC 3181 AU - Tuesday 14 July 2026 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm AEST

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Wow! Gotta love the Wilderness Society and their awards for children’s books. What an honour. 💚💚💚

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

I'm doing a talk! With Aaron Fa'Aoso! Please come - Tues July 14, at one of my favourite Melbourne libraries: PMI Victorian History Library. Even if you can't make it, please share & spread the word. Cheers! #MiddleGrade #TorresStrait #AuthorTalk brushfire.com/pmivictorian...

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Writing the Crocodile

PMI Victorian History Library, 39 Saint Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC 3181 AU - Tuesday 14 July 2026 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm AEST

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Oh! Congratulations to you too, then. It’s great.

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Fabulous biography of early 20th C Sydney pair Eirene Mort and Nora Kate Weston. A beautifully presented book too, brimming with gorgeous images of their life, work and craft. One to return to often, I think. Congratulations Sylvia Martin #biography #queerartists #BookSky

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Clay day today, in the studio of talented sculptor & dear friend Jane McKenzie. Check out Jane’s work on Insta. And me? Pretty happy with my first ever piece (it will be a bird bath). Did I write today? No. Was I creative? Absolutely. Same mental muscles; different activity. Win win. #writinglife

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Excuse me but I have new socks. They’re called David Toe-ey. I am very happy.

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

… the mere fact that our little book about Torres Strait culture and people was actually published - and is being very widely read - is the real win. So true 💚🐊💚 #Abia2026 #middlegradefiction

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

So grateful to Allen & Unwin Books for taking me to Sydney to share in the fun. My fabulous co-author Aaron Fa’Aoso couldn’t be there (and we missed you!!) but as he always says … #Abia2026 #middlegradefiction

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Had a blast last night at the Australian Book Industry Awards. To have ‘Spirit of the Crocodile’ shortlisted was so exciting. Humbling too. Partied on with the best literary agent in Australia Jacinta di Mase & incomparable consulting editor Lyn White. #Abia2026 #middlegradefiction #BookSky

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Shhh. Don’t tell anyone. But the Croc book is going to be published in the US! #SpiritoftheCrocodile #BookSky

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

What a beautiful girl. Deepest sympathy

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Michelle Scott Tucker @mst-writes.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

I’ve purchased a few different things via zazzle over the years, including customised items. It’s a fun site.

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