Since first meeting Vanessa McCausland back in 2020,  I have marvelled at her gift for evocative and unforgettable story-telling. 

First through the Lost Summers of Driftwood, then The Valley of Lost Stories, again with the The Beautiful Words and now…Dreaming in French.  

Not only is Vanessa a warm, lovely person and supportive member of the Australian writing community, but Vanessa has come to be known for her beautiful words (perhaps its no coincidence that this is one of the titles of her books). 

Released last week by HarperCollins, Vanessa's new book 'Dreaming in French' is an evocative, achingly beautiful and gut-wrenching story that will not be easily forgotten; a book that has already received rave reviews and blurbs from the likes of literary giants such Natasha Lester and Hannah Richell.

I was thrilled to welcome Vanessa back to the podcast to chat about this stunning book.