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2023 AusMumpreneur Wrap-up: This year, I was fortunate to attend the AusMumpreneur conference and awards ceremony at Dockside, Sydney....
Crystal Leonardi
Aug 29, 20233 min read
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A Cautionary Tale
Recently, I had the opportunity to get to know a well-known Australian entertainer who has previously published through one of...
Crystal Leonardi
Jul 27, 20233 min read
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Celebrating Success
Whether your success is measured by winning awards, reaching your goals, or simply getting through each day, take the time to celebrate...
Crystal Leonardi
Jul 18, 20233 min read
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The Chemo Rollercoaster - Let me off already!
We are officially on the countdown to the end of treatment; only six weeks to go, making the 23rd of May a day of celebration. My heart...
Crystal Leonardi
Apr 14, 20233 min read
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How to Dream BIG
My favourite good business practice is education. I’m forever the student in the room, salivating at new information, different opinions,...
Crystal Leonardi
Mar 20, 20233 min read
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CTWF Wrap-up
As you know, I spent two days last week at the Tropical Writers Festival in Cairns. Leading up to the event, I was excited and...
Crystal Leonardi
Mar 1, 20232 min read
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Book Review - Unbreakable by Jelena Dokic & Jessica Halloran
There’s no doubt that Jelena Dokic’s rise to stardom came fast, hard, and ferociously. Quite frankly, I wouldn’t expect any less from a...
Crystal Leonardi
Jan 28, 20233 min read
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The $20M Harry
I don’t know how other self-published authors felt when they saw this headline, but I felt immense relief! In my self-publishing...
Crystal Leonardi
Jan 19, 20232 min read
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Waiting is the Worst
I feel like I could write about this forever, even though the words struggle to flow onto the page. The exhaustion, overwhelming. During...
Crystal Leonardi
Jan 14, 20231 min read
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15 Things Nobody Tells You About Self-publishing
As an 'accidental publisher' and author, I've reflected on some of the things nobody told me about self-publishing. You'll send test...
Crystal Leonardi
Jan 10, 20232 min read
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The ‘Silly Season’
They don’t call it the ‘silly season’ for nothing, so I find it amusing that we often see people being led by greed and regret at a time...
Crystal Leonardi
Dec 14, 20222 min read
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Goodbye Busy, Hello Happy, and The Power to Rise Above
For something a little festive, I’m reviewing 2 books together; Goodbye Busy, Hello Happy, and The Power to Rise Above. Both books...
Crystal Leonardi
Dec 14, 20225 min read
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Reach for the Stars
I speak to many writers who express their frustration with navigating around constant obstacles that contribute to losing sight of their...
Crystal Leonardi
Nov 8, 20221 min read
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Success is not Final
How many people have you met who say, ‘oh, I’ve always wanted to write a book.’ Heaps, right? I often meet people who have an inspiring...
Crystal Leonardi
Nov 7, 20223 min read
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Book Review - The Girl Who Left by Debra Gavranich
Debra and I met at her book launch back in August 2021. I had ordered her book after reading about it in the Cairns Post and eagerly...
Crystal Leonardi
Nov 4, 20222 min read
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Book Review - In Memory of the Moon Maiden by Liliana De Sabbata
Author Liliana De Sabbata has created this collection of heartfelt poems in the most delightful way. Divided into 4 ‘seasons’, I was...
Crystal Leonardi
Oct 29, 20221 min read
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Book Review - Eight Seconds by Frances Dall'alba
‘Grace Lucas’ was a young girl with big dreams. She lived an early life unnoticed but found comfort and love in horses. Her heart was...
Crystal Leonardi
Oct 23, 20222 min read
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Book Review - No Finish Line by Johnny Ruffo
‘No Finish Line’ has been truthfully told by none other than Johnny Ruffo. Australian singer, actor, dancer, presenter, and all-around...
Crystal Leonardi
Oct 16, 20222 min read
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Book Review - A Nurse Like Aunty Mavis by Denise Petersen
My first thought on receiving this book was, tell me more about Aunty Mavis! Obviously, she was a significant influence to the author...
Crystal Leonardi
Oct 10, 20223 min read
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Casualties of Cancer
Babies. They are my kryptonite (along with all things that sparkle). I love babies. I am honest to goodness a mascot for all the clucky...
Crystal Leonardi
Jun 29, 20224 min read
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