How long have you been part of the SCBWI Band and what made you sign up for it: the money, the notoriety, the free scotch finger biscuits?
I was unaware there were free scotch finger biscuits. This will be my third time singing with the band - have there been free scotch finger biscuits in the past? Meredith and Scott, did you know about this?? Did you eat my share of the biscuits?!?
Describe your most notable achievement or proudest moment in Kids’ Lit to date
The best thing is that I still get to do it. It’s not a stable job, it’s not a given - but it’s been 9 years since I started my first book, 7 years since my first book was published, and 5 and a half years since I started doing it full time.
What is the most memorable (SCBWI) Conference experience you’ve had to date, or hope to have?
The best part about SCBWI conferences is the chance to catch up with everyone from across Oz and have a party.
Name one thing you can’t live without
Scotch finger biscuits.
Provide at least one Fun Fact from a SCBWI Conference you’ve attended or played at (anywhere in the world)
I went to the 2012 NY winter conference, and Mo Willems was a keynote. He is quite good at throwing frisbees. I know this because he threw signed copies of his books into the audience. 75% sure they were softcovers.
Get to know James better by visiting his website: www.jamesfoley.com.au
If you’re keen to meet more Beatnickers scoundrels, er members, stick around, we’ve managed to lure them in with a mere half a packet of scotch finger biscuits! Till then,
Rove ya later!
Dimity (Head Gardener)
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