Despite the technological wonders of the modern world, enabling one to carry out business remotely, there is always the negative dimension where projects are carried out without ever having met some of the key participants. It was with pleasure that New Zealand author Jan Goldie was in Melbourne, Australia for a narrow window and was able to meet Sophie Yorkston (SQ Mag Editor in Chief and IFWG Publishing senior editor) and Gerry Huntman (Managing Director IFWG Publishing and Chief Editor). It was a short, but highly enjoyable time, with a great deal to talk about, and despite the casual and relaxed atmosphere depicted in the photo below, there was a good amount of work done as well – the perfect arrangement.

Of course, the biggest topic was Jan’s imminent book release through IFWG Publishing Australia, the young adult fantasy novel, Brave’s Journey.