My partner in crime

Congratulations to my beloved partner Andrew Nette on being short-listed for this year’s Victorian Premier’s Literary Award for an Unpublished Manuscript by an Emerging Victorian Writer.

The judge’s report describes Andrew’s novel Cambodia Darkness and Light as ‘a fast-paced, richly atmospheric spin on the Chandler-esque disillusioned gumshoe, keenly informed by the turbulent politics and history of Cambodia.’

A nomination and a favourable comparison to Raymond Chandler – way to go Roo!

Coincidentally, this is the same award I won in 2004. Andrew’s short-listing is a credit to his talent, hard work and perseverance. I think the book is great and I look forward to seeing it in print in the near future.

Winners of the Victorian Premier’s Awards will be announced on 28 September 2010.

About Angela Savage

Angela Savage is a Melbourne writer, who has lived and travelled extensively in Asia. She won the Victorian Premier’s Literary Award for an unpublished manuscript, and the Scarlet Stiletto Award short story award. Her latest novel is, Mother of Pearl, published by Transit Lounge. Angela holds a PhD in Creative Writing, is former CEO of Writers Victoria, and currently works as CEO of Public Libraries Victoria.

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