Michael Gerard Bauer's Blog

When I was around 19 or 20 I lost the hearing in my right ear. It happened when one of my friends crash-tackled me into a swimming pool. Unfortunately I hit the water flush on the side of my head … Continue reading →

As well as READING books (see previous BLOG) I have also been known to WRITE them! So this is just a brief PLUG for a few special ones at the moment. First up, brand spanking-new ‘Australian Classic’ editions of JUST … Continue reading →

For my first post of 2026 I thought I’d have a look back on how I did in my ’25 in 25′ Reading Challenge. I’m pleased to say that I reached and passed my target by reading … wait for … Continue reading →

It might come as surprise to some people but this little book about the Ingram family and their dog called Mr Mosely is probably my most controversial.  Not that it hasn’t been popular. On Goodreads for example where it’s had … Continue reading →

In 1982 a dystopian thriller novel titled The Running Man was published. It was written by Richard Bachman. He’s better known as Stephen King. In 2004 a Young Adult novel also called The Running Man was published. It was written … Continue reading →

Did you catch the game? I know some people just don’t get sport. Don’t get all the hype and the passion and the over-the-top excitement and adrenaline rush of a big game. Can’t understand the piercing agony that can come … Continue reading →

It’s been a while since I’ve blogged and a few booky-type things have happened. Firstly I received the lovely news that JUST A DOG will be reprinted in January 2026 with a slightly updated cover. Really pleased about that. Thank … Continue reading →

As I mentioned in a recent Blog (2025-11: Writing Tips from a Hairy Man) over the years I’ve recorded quite a few videos for schools, organisations, festivals, conferences and individuals. In these videos I’ve covered topics such as: my writing … Continue reading →

I’m back! For the past month or so my wife Adriana and I have been on a fantastic holiday in the UK. As well as a couple of relaxing weeks staying with my sister and brother-in-law in beautiful Twickenham London … Continue reading →

Over the years I’ve been asked to record quite a few videos for schools, organisations, festivals, conferences and individuals where I’ve talked about various things such as: my writing career, the writing process in general, particular books of mine or … Continue reading →