I am writing this testimonial because my participation in the Page Turner Awards has been a revelation, a confirmation and a terrific confidence boost. The only negative thing about writing a novel - or any written work that requires such a strong, sustained commitment - is the self-doubt that accompanies it. Even now that my work, the Fear of Secrets, has succeeded in this comp and I have shut the door on doubt, if I want to listen it is there, still tapping on the door trying to get back in. You might call the OCD of self doubt an addiction, but if so, the Page Turners helped me go cold turkey. So, although I have a lot on my plate, you publishers will be hearing from me and the first thing I will mention in my pitch is this competition. My thanks and best wishes go to Paula and Ken. If this was Ballet, I would wish chookas to all those entering the Page Turner Awards in 2025. Guess what? Now I have a year to prepare my next manuscript for 2026.
