Sue Glamuzina
Susan is the author of more than 20 books. She uses her married name, Susan Glamuzina for poetry, and her maiden name, Sue Carpenter, for her children’s books and teen writing. Her spicy and thriller writing is under the pen name Lee Simpson and co-writes Distaster Rom Coms as Rosie Lee. All the above, as well as her art, photography and videography come under the creative umbrella of Susie Lee.
Susan’s poetry has been published in A Fine Line, Good Company Lit, Spillwords, Live Encounters, Tales of the Domain, Tales from Dominion Road, Tales of the Hauraki Gulf, A Sensory Journal, Tarot, The Poetry Project, Behind the Mask and several international anthologies. She published her first poetry book, Bluetoes, in 2023 complete with her own illustrations. She has a collection of picture books, junior fiction, YA and romantic thrillers. All of her publications are available on Amazon and IngramSpark and are all in easy-to-read, dyslexic font on cream paper.
Awards.
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IWW story in Dialogue third place - chapter fromPuzzles and Pearls
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IWW sci-fi/fantasy for 'Blood Protectors - Gabby' (Sue Carpenter)
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IWW highly commended in kidslit with ‘Lavender Hill' (Sue Carpenter)
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2nd in long fiction with 'Switches' Lee Simpson's
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National Poetry Month 2023 - her poem was displayed in Titirangi in the village
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Runner up in XYZ children's poetry in 2023. (Susan Glamuzina)
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Runner up in the National Poetry Day, Poetry at the beach and New Leaf Christmas competitions in 2022. (Susan Glamuzina)
Susan is Vice President of International Writers Workshop and helps run the Auckland Writers group. She envisioned a series of anthologies to celebrate Auckland, and has led committees to publish three books, with the fourth pending.
She is also a member of RWNZ, Titirangi Poets, Poetry Society, SCBWI, Storyline and NZSA.
Susan has run writing groups in schools and community centres, sharing her enthusiasm and skills. She has also featured on podcasts and radio talking about writing.
She has resources for visiting preschool, schools and libraries, where she loves sharing her books and journey, and supporting others as they start their own published journey.
Genre:
- Adult Fiction
- Children's Fiction
- Drama
- Romance
- Poetry
- Young Adult
Skills:
- Novelist
- Short Story Writing
Branch:
Auckland
Location:
Auckland
Publications:
Tales of the Domain
Auckland Writers collated poems, short stories and flash fiction about the Auckland Domain.Auckland Writers Tales of the Domain - Kindle edition by Glamuzina, Sue, du Preez, Jade, Wright, Kynan, Lindsay, Ashley, Rose, Jessica. Literature & Fiction Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.
a fine line
Tales from Dominion Road
My second anthology with Auckland Writers Tales from Dominion Road eBook : Glamuzina, Susan, Wright, Kynan, Laird, Josie, Lindsay, Ashley, Peterson, Barbs: Amazon.com.au: Kindle Store
Pirates of the Playground
Danny and Jenny are bored at lunch time so Charlie brings out a cardboard tube. What games can they imagine now and will they get into trouble with the older kids?
Stroll
Snuggled up watching movies on a rainy day is great, until Mum says, 'Let's go for a stroll.' Let's not she thinks, but what will she see and what will she do if she does go?
Can't See Me
Mark gets scared of the dark and hides under his sheets, but when he hears a noise he finds himself in a jungle, which is great until he sees danger, again he hides under his sheets but ends up on another adventure.
Kaylee's Secret Mission
Still struggling from her mum's death, Kaylee is sent away from her caravan in Invercargill and all she's ever known to move into a mansion in Remuera, Auckland with her father and brother she never knew. Kaylee escapes into her spy books... and then finds out that her new brother is also a sleuth fan. Together they have fun with the spy toys until she finds out their toys might be the difference between life and death. Secrets are hiding within the walls of this mansion. And Kaylee is determined to uncover them...
Junior Fiction - Dyslexic Friendly
The Black Mannor
Belinda's uncle has taught her everything she knows about animals but when he suddenly dies, has he taught her enough to be able to run his pet business? Belinda suspects her uncle's staff are up to more than just breeding parrots so now she has to learn to care for new animals. Caged kiwis and strange sounding boxes have Belinda on edge. What secrets are the staff hiding are her family and animals safe?
Teen Mystery - Dyslexic Friendly
The Summer Surf
Sandra is determined to prove herself as she tries out for a summer lifesaving job - a job that will take her away from the safety of the farm into the unknown. But Sandra isn't expecting to meet someone who will change her life. She soon discovers that people can be manipulative and deceitful. Will she navigate the turbulent waters of first love and a new job.
Teen Romance - Dyslexic Friendly
The Dramatic Bubble
Kenzie wants to focus on her school exams with no distractions, but cupid, COVID and the government have other ideas. Will the Catholic boy be a distraction for her, or the only thing that holds her together as her family life collapses? Warning; contains self harm and cheating.
Teen Romance - Dyslexic Friendly
Lavender and Pearls
Book one of the Pearl Trilogy
Jackie and her brother Hayden are sent to stay at their eccentric Aunt's antique shop in New Zealand, where they discover a magical secret.
When her family members start going missing, Jackie must venture into fantastical and dangerous new lands to save them.
Will Jackie rescue her family? And what secrets will she discover along the way?
Junior Fiction - Dyslexic Friendly
Lavender Hill
When Sandras's brother gets hurt, she knows she must do something special to help him get better. She sets off on a courageous quest through ferns and mountains to gather a precious flower. Along the way, she faces challenges and wonders at the beauty of nature, all with the hope of bringing healing and comfort to her brother.
Farewell Fairies
Logan knows there are fairies watching over his garden and family, even if he’s never seen them. So, when the house is packed and he’s moving from the country to the city he goes to farewell them.
G'Day Gargoyle
Logan has left his country home and is moving to a scary big city.
Is it as scary as he thinks, or will he find a wonderous place with a magical new friend?
How Silly
A child hears loud bangs and crashes and imagines that world war three has started and tanks are invading. His heart races with fear as he thinks of the worst. But when he peeks out the window, he discovers it’s just the rubbish truck making all the noise! Even when things seem alarming, there may be a simple explanation waiting to be discovered.
NZ Picture book in English and Maori
Blood Protectors Collection
A Dyslexic friendly, easy to read collection of young adult short stories set in the world of the Blood Protectors.
Mosquitos who transform into beautiful tall women when they find their one chosen Blood and have to keep their Blood alive to stay alive themselves.
Love Sick
There’s nothing more wonderful than a love story - however the traditional love stories don't tell you how often you fall for the wrong guy, or you meet him at the wrong time in life. This easy to read collection is all about romance gone wrong.
Easy to read, dyslexic friendly, short stories with a romatic twist - grouped in a collection for adults.
Twisted Fate
Easy to read, dyslexic friendly, short stories with a romatic twist - grouped in a collection for adults.
Love is a great feeling - until it has you reaching for the closest weapon. This easy-to-read collection is all about romance gone very wrong.
Tales of the Hauraki Gulf (Auckland Writers Anthologies Book 3)
This collection of works showcases Auckland-based established and emerging writers aged from 6 to 90, working in short fiction, poetry and essays. It also features a range of art in various mediums. The theme of this collection is the Hauraki Gulf (Tīkapa Moana), a defining feature of Auckland, Tāmaki Makaurau and a source of inspiration for many.
Tales of the Waitakere Ranges (Auckland Writers Anthologies Book 4)
The fourth Anthology lead by Sue focus's on poetry, stories and art based in the Waitakere Ranges.
Puzzles and Pearls
Book two of the Pearl Trilogy
Just as Jellybean adjust to having her family together it unexpectedly grows but without her Magical Pearl World her new family will fall apart.
Junior Fiction - Dyslexic Friendly