about the author

Kathryn Stanley is a freelance writer who started as a cadet reporter on an Auckland newspaper. Lured by travelling with friends, Kathryn worked on a London magazine and then spent years in Auckland in the print media.Happily married to Ron, a farmer in Coastal Taranaki, Kathryn enjoyed establishing a community newspaper many years ago. Ron and Kathryn have holidayed in many overseas places but mainly with family in Ireland.

about the book

Brigit, an Irish colleen, was orphaned at birth. This was a difficult and mysterious way to start life. But thanks to the kindness of her adoptive parents Brigit learnt that love conquers all. The family risked their lives sailing on the high seas to begin a new life in New Zealand. It was 1815. Life was hard for the settlers. Brigit learnt to become a teacher, wife, and mother. Life dealt her cruel blows. Brigit was widowed. Grief is married to joy as Brigit was brave. Walking on in life, Brigit was lucky. She was blessed with more children. The husbands in Brigit’s life adored her. They made her heart sing the secret of real happiness.

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BOOK SIGNING AT A LOCAL BOOKSTORE

I recently organised a book signing event for my biography, Three Times Lucky in Love at a local bookstore. I had a wonderful time meeting readers and taking pictures. Overall, the event was a success ........

BOOK SIGNING EVENT FEATURED BY THE OPUNAKE & COASTAL NEWS

My book signing event was featured in the October 6th edition of the Opunake & Coastal News. The feature shared the book’s story and attached an image. The image is attached with the news here.[Octobe ........

I ATTENDED A BOOK SIGNING EVENT IN NEW PLYMOUTH

I recently attended a book signing event for my newly published novel at Poppies Bookshop in New Plymouth on Sunday, September 11th from 2 to 3 pm. The book signing event went well with several attend ........

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