Author Archives: Diane Tulloch

About Diane Tulloch

Known also as the Patientdreamer I am a writer who loves to dream, and is passionate about writing stories for the young so that they may join me in the wonders of adventure in countries and cultures afar, and in special moments to remember.

“Me Jane you Tarzan” part 2

Posted on 04/04/2011 by Diane Tulloch

Yep I finally got around to posting the second part of this travel story. Sorry it took so long, life intervened for awhile (Mum’s house got flooded, and change of workplace for me), but I am back on track again. … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogs, Children's literature, ideas for writing, Literature, YA Literature | Tagged Arts, Edgar Rice Burroughs, George of the Jungle, Movies, Recreation, Romance, Tarzan, Tarzan of the Apes | 2 Comments

Book Reading Challenge: Book 9

Posted on 27/03/2011 by Diane Tulloch

“Quaky Cat” Waking early one morning before the birds, Tiger sensed danger and a voice in his head told him to run for his life. He fled out of the house, down the buckling street as a loud thunder sound … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogs, Children's literature, ideas for writing, Literature, Picture book | Tagged 2010 Canterbury earthquake, Arts, Book, Children, Christchurch, Earthquake, newzealand, Oceania | 6 Comments

“Me Jane You Tarzan”

Posted on 25/03/2011 by Diane Tulloch

Ever been within 8 inches of an orangutan with nothing more than air between you..mmm thought not. Now I have your attention, want to find out how I came to be that close to a young red-headed one, well hop … Continue reading →

Posted in ideas for writing, Travel | 2 Comments

Words of Support

Posted on 23/03/2011 by Diane Tulloch

I just thought I would bring to your attention something that is happening here on Friday. I was recently reminded when reading a fellow writing friends blog, (Miss Marples Musings) her extremely thought-provoking post on illiteracy throughout the world. How we could … Continue reading →

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My First SCBWI Meeting

Posted on 21/03/2011 by Diane Tulloch

Was I nervous? Oh yes! Not one for turning up to such events on my own, come to think of it, coming to such events, I really had no idea what to expect. Arriving a little early I met Lisa, herself a … Continue reading →

Posted in SCBWI | Tagged Auckland, Australia, Bologna, Children, childrens literature, New Zealand, Pamela Allen, Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators | 5 Comments

Book Reading Challenge: Book 8

Posted on 21/03/2011 by Diane Tulloch

“The Enchanted Wood“ What can I say! I feel as though I have been transported back in time. Through gold framed, rich, elaborate, colourful pictures, we follow Sarah Jane, through the forest where she meets all these beautiful fairies. When … Continue reading →

Posted in Children's literature, Picture book, Picture Book Review | Tagged Australia, Enchanted Wood, English Channel, Fairy, Fairy King, Guernsey, Shirley Barber, Time travel | 4 Comments

Book Reading Challenge: Book 7

Posted on 12/03/2011 by Diane Tulloch

“The Little Fir Tree“ “O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree! Your greenest branches Live for me.” Beautiful new words to an old Christmas Carol. These were made by a small boy with a lame leg. While we are never told of … Continue reading →

Posted in Children's literature, Picture book, Picture Book Review | Tagged Christmas, Christmas tree, Decorations and Props, Holidays, Little Fir Tree, Margaret Wise Brown, Santa Claus, Tree | 4 Comments

Book Reading Challenge: Book 6

Posted on 08/03/2011 by Diane Tulloch

“Bambi“ He is born in the middle of the forest in one of those little hidden glades, a curious little fawn called Bambi. He learns about the beauty and dangers of the world around him, and like any small child … Continue reading →

Posted in Children's literature, Picture book, Picture Book Review | Tagged Bambi | 2 Comments

“Getting One’s Feet Wet”

Posted on 06/03/2011 by Diane Tulloch

Thanks to a recent comment made by a fellow Children’s Book Hub member, I thought I would let you in on a little of my writing world, after all this is a writer’s blog, right? A few years ago I … Continue reading →

Posted in Children's literature, ideas for writing, Picture book, What moves me, YA Literature | Tagged Arts, Author, FAQs Help and Tutorials, Newsletter, Picture book, Writer, Writers Resources, writing | 9 Comments

My 2nd Travel Insight Story

Posted on 03/03/2011 by Diane Tulloch

Yes that’s right my 2nd Travel Insight story is up. It was a toss up where to go to from here, but I decided to stay with the winter theme, so cruise on over and check it out. Don’t forget to … Continue reading →

Posted in Travel | 2 Comments