Australia is renowned for its golden beaches and world class surfing, so when one of Alice-Miranda’s biggest fans (and a girl who has become very special to me) asked if she could use an image of Alice-Miranda on her new surfboard, well I thought, how cool would that be! Justine’s dad, Ian, has a surf decal company so that means he does all the jazzy artwork on surfboards, customising them for companies and creating amazing one off boards. His work is fabulous and I knew he would make this the coolest surfboard on the coast!
He also has the biggest printer I’ve ever seen so that he can get the images big enough for the boards. The image below left is the print out before it goes on the board.
So now, Justine has the one and only Alice-Miranda surfboard in existence and how great does it look. Here are some photos of the board, Justine and me and even better, Justine surfing on the Sunshine Coast. I’ve only tried surfing once and was a complete failure at it but as you can see, Justine is fantastic!
Yasmin says
February 5, 2017 at 6:57 pmWow that’s cool.
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 6, 2017 at 8:50 amYes, I think so too!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
JoKate says
February 5, 2017 at 10:10 pmWow that is the best thing ever….what a lucky girl and what a great Dad!
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 6, 2017 at 8:49 amIsn’t it fabulous and yes, her dad is a great guy!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Sienna says
February 27, 2017 at 5:34 pmHi Jacqueline,
I just wanted to say that I was really surprised to hear that in book 13 of Alice Miranda, that they got a cavoodle called fudge because I have a cavoodle called fudge!! I was laughing a lot when I read that!
Jacqueline Harvey says
March 9, 2017 at 1:13 pmHi Sienna,
What a fabulous name for a cavoodle :)!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Sophie says
February 13, 2017 at 8:51 pmI know right
Ava says
February 6, 2017 at 5:45 amHi Jacqueline Harvey I look your book called”Alice-Miranda at sea”So Far I am on page 114..And I started at the end of January….I think it’s really good ..Jacqueline Harvey I encourage ..U ..To keep working on Alices new adventure ..I look your book..~Ava….
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 6, 2017 at 8:49 amThanks Ava – there are already 11 more books for you to read in the series after Alice-Miranda at Sea. I’m writing up to Book 18 at the moment but I will probably write even more than that.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Lucy says
February 20, 2017 at 5:08 amHi
Alice Miranda at sea is my favourite book that I have ever read in my life thanks Jacqueline for writing this book
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 21, 2017 at 10:34 amHi Lucy,
Thank you, you are too kind!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Halle says
February 6, 2017 at 5:24 pmWow that’s awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Brydy says
February 16, 2017 at 8:51 pmSo cool i would do something loke that just im to scared to surf
So amazing
I love your books but im only up to Alice-Miranda at sea
Love B
Brydy says
February 16, 2017 at 8:53 pmOpps i meant to write like typo
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 21, 2017 at 10:03 amHi Brydy,
Yes, it is amazing, isn’t it! The only way to learn something new is to try; although Justine has been surfing since she was small:). Hope that you continue to enjoy the stories.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Shari says
September 30, 2018 at 8:41 amHalle is that you?
Sarah&Stella says
February 7, 2017 at 12:47 pmWhat a fantastic surfboard! I wish I had one too!!!!!
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 9, 2017 at 3:56 pmHi Stella and Sarah,
I agree, it is fantastic. Unfortunately, (at the moment) just a one off for a lucky (and very special) little girl with a lovely Dad!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Sophie says
February 13, 2017 at 8:52 pmSame
sav says
February 8, 2017 at 5:57 pmhey i was wondering what book 18 will be called since i am already up to book 12. i am so hooked i have already read 4 of the books this year.
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 9, 2017 at 3:54 pmHi Sav,
I haven’t decided on the title for Book 18…but Book 16 will be Alice-Miranda in Hollywood.
Glad that you are enjoying them!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Miya says
February 9, 2017 at 9:29 amWow. That’s so cool! I would want an Alice-Miranda surfboard too, but i can’t surf ：）
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 16, 2017 at 12:37 pmSorry Miya,
At this stage, the surfboard is a one off for a lucky girl, with a great Dad (who is in the business of surfboards :). Perhaps you could do some surfing lessons….
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Julia says
February 12, 2017 at 10:11 amDear Jacqueline,
That is amazing i love surfing.I am about to read Alice Miranda holds the Key i am very exited.
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 16, 2017 at 12:41 pmHi Julia,
Hope you enjoy reading Alice-Miranda Holds the Key.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Kiera says
February 12, 2017 at 4:13 pmWOW!!!!!!! That looks sooo cool! I wish I had one but I can’t surf and I have never been to Australia. I wish I could do a lot more things than I can do at the moment! I JUST WISH.
Kiera
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 16, 2017 at 11:53 amHi Keira,
Yes, it is pretty cool, isn’t it! Lots of time to learn to surf and to travel- I had my first overseas trip when I was 24 (travelling to Japan with a group of Year 5 students). Hope you get to travel to Australia one day- it IS a pretty cool place.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Sophie says
February 13, 2017 at 8:47 pmHi Jacqueline Harvey I am a big fan and can’t wait for the 16th book you are really popular at our school with the girls
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 16, 2017 at 12:00 pmThanks Sophie
It’s wonderful that you and your friends are so interested and engaged with the stories.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Sophie says
February 13, 2017 at 8:50 pmAlice-Miranda holds the key and Alice Miranda in China the best ever
No offence but in an earlier comment you said book 15 would be called Alice-Miranda in Hollywood
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 16, 2017 at 11:54 amThanks Sophie,
Fixed now!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Denae says
February 13, 2017 at 10:07 pmDear Jacqueline,
What amazing surfboard!! (and dad 🙂 ) maybe there should be an Alice-Miranda in Hawaii?! Will you be coming to Tasmania this year?? Congratulations on being on breakfast television! All the best!
Love from
Denae. xoxo
PS. When will CR and the wedding wobbles be out?
PPS. I am looking forward to reading AM holds the key!
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 24, 2017 at 1:28 pmHi Denae,
Alice-Miranda in Hawaii does sound like fun I think! Clementine Rose and the Wedding Wobbles will be ou 1 April. Hope you enjoy AM Holds the Key. I’m not sure when I’ll be in Tasmania next but I hope it will be later in the year.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline xx
Denae says
February 17, 2017 at 12:14 pmDear Jacqueline,
Wow! That’s an awesome surfboard!!! Congratulations on being on Breakfast television – I would have been so nervous though =) Are you coming to Tasmania this year? I just read CR and the Paris puzzle. It was such a heart-warming story, like a yummy hot chocolate that you want it to last forever. You are the best author ever.
Love from your biggest fan in the universe,
Denae. xoxo
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 24, 2017 at 1:40 pmSo glad you liked Paris Puzzle Denae. Wait until you read Wedding Wobbles – I spent a few times in tears over that one – I just love Clemmie so much.
Thanks for writing,
Jacqueline xxxx
Bethany Callow says
February 18, 2017 at 12:47 pmDear Jacqueline,
Hi! I think that surf board is just so awesome. I am so jealous of Justine- the girl who owns it.
I love your books so much especially Alice-Miranda books. I think my favourite one is Alice-Miranda at Camp and Alice-Miranda at School. I have just submitted my entry in the CHILD competition. I hope you like it.
You have inspired my writing and I now write alot more than I used to. Most people say I have a natural talent.
Bye!
From one of your biggest fans
Bethany
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 21, 2017 at 10:13 amHi Bethany,
Yes, the surfboard is awesome and Justine is lucky that her lovely Dad made it for her. I’m sure that you are lucky in many different ways!
It is wonderful that you are enjoying the stories and that reading them has inspired you to write- best of luck for the CHILD magazine competition.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Maxine Fan says
March 4, 2017 at 11:49 amHi Jacqueline
I love your Alice Miranda series. I recently entered in the CHILD magazine writing competition. I was just wondering when you recieve the results for the writing.Thank you for reading this text.
Bye!
From Maxine
Jacqueline Harvey says
March 13, 2017 at 10:06 pmHi Maxine,
The results will be announced in the April edition of Child Magazine and also on my website.
Best wishes and best of luck,
Jacqueline
Lyra says
February 19, 2017 at 4:05 amDear Ms Harvey
Oh my goodness! That’s amazing! Such a dedicated young girl with a truly amazing father! Almost makes me wish I had one! (Unfortunately, balance and I do not mix so surfing is a big no no).
On another note, I was reading through the comments – as I do – and I saw that the next book in the series will be Alice-Miranda in Hollywood? I immediately got so excited! I just finished Alice-Miranda Holds The Key (which was fantastic by the way) and the thought of the whole gang going to Hollywood made me very bouncy! I know the last book barely came out but I so badly want to make predictions! Like Lawrence’s involvement! It’s Hollywood, he’s a movie star, boom! They mix!
Also Lawrence means Lucas and Lucas is my favourite male character. His unrelenting sarcasm means so much to me, ma’am, I don’t think you understand 🙂 He only cracks a joke (a purposeful one at least, everything he says makes me laugh honestly) once a book, or every few books but I look forward to each and every one. Maybe I have too much of a bond to a fictional character but… I can’t help it! It made me a tad bit sad when I saw that he, Sep and Jacinta weren’t in Holds The Key, because I’ve grown so close to them mentally in the past fifteen books, but I also realize their involvement wasn’t necessary and I absolutely adored the book anyway.
I need to say something about our darling heroine actually; she is someone I aspire to be. Nevermind that she is nine years old and I am much older, her morals and ethics really make me wish I were like her; I suppose she’s like a goal for me to reach? She’s so understanding and forgiving and I just love her so much and I’m really glad she’s the heroine because nobody else would fit 🙂 I really wanted to say something about Aice-Miranda because, I’ve been reading your blogs for awhile now and I’ve noticed that so much love goes to the other characters, but not our main girl! I’ve seen so, so many regarding Jacinta (oh my goodness I love Jacinta, and I would probably go on and on about how beautiful and amazing and ukgvsdhrjbcfdkj she is but I feel like you might be a bit sick of hearing of her, haha) so I thought hey, let’s show Jacqueline that her main character is well-loved too 😉
I realize this has gone very off-topic.. I apologise for that 🙂 I hope you have a wonderful day and forgive my ramblings about these amazing characters you’ve created. Blesses.
~Lyra
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 21, 2017 at 10:22 amWow, Lyra
Thanks for your post and the interest, insight and time that you have put into your comments! I am surprised and humbled that the stories evoke such interest and that the irrepressible little girl with the chocolate curls, who some say, is “the best version of yourself that you want to be”, is inspiring some of the children, who inspire me to write the stories!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Madei says
February 19, 2017 at 4:59 pmThis looks so cool! I went to a tea about your books a few years ago, and bought your fifth Alice-Miranda book, which you then signed for me. I read it and I loved it. That year I got a box set of some of the first books in the series, and since then I’ve collected them, which means a lot of begging my parents whenever a new one comes out. I’ve just read the fifteenth book and I loved it. Who is Millie’s cousin? Is it going to be revealed at a later date? In March there will be the Newcastle writer’s festival and I get to go to the one you’re teaching! I CAN’T WAIT! Alice-Miranda in Hollywood sounds so cool! I can’t wait to read it!
Madei
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 21, 2017 at 10:29 amHi Madei
Thank you so much,, you are too kind! I’m glad that you are enjoying the stories- and the characters :). You will just have to keep reading to discover who Millie’s cousin is……..
I’m looking forward to the Newcastle Writers’ Festival, too- there are such a talented group of writers coming along. I’ll see you there :)!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hattie says
February 22, 2017 at 8:20 pmDear Jacqueline Harvey
That’s so cool!
I wish I had an alice miranda surf board too.
Those girls look like pretty good surfers out on those waves!!!
Jacqueline Harvey says
February 24, 2017 at 1:32 pmJustine is a great surfer – I wish I could do it too!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
nasara says
February 24, 2017 at 7:12 pmHi Jacqueline
I’m a girl who is 12 years old and in high school ,Even thought I’m in high school i still love ,love, love, your books! i was just wondering what is our latest book, and when is the next one coming out?
Thanks
Nasara:)
nasara says
February 24, 2017 at 7:14 pmAnd also if you are able to make a movie related on thee book will you do it?Because that will be amazing!
Jacqueline Harvey says
March 9, 2017 at 2:19 pmHi Nasara,
It will be amazing and I’m still so excited, as the Alice-Miranda stories are currently “in development” to be made into an animated TV series. If all goes to plan, the series will be seen on our screens in 2018. I will updated any details via a blog post as soon as I am able to.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Jacqueline Harvey says
March 9, 2017 at 2:33 pmHi Nasara,
I’m so glad that you are enjoying the stories- there are lots of fans who love the stories and are much older than you are. Even some adults :)!
The latest book in the Alice-Miranda series is Alice-Miranda Holds the Key, which was released in February. I am just about to start writing Alice-Miranda in Hollywood, after doing much research during my recent trip to the US over the Christmas break. Alice-Miranda in Hollywood is due for release on 1 September 2017.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Enya says
February 25, 2017 at 5:31 pmHi Ms Harvey,
I love the surfboard. I wish I had one.
In your 16th Alice Miranda book how old will Jacinta be? Also when does Alice Miranda turn 10?
Also in Alice Miranda holds the key who was Millie’s cousin? Is it either Madagascar or Francesca?
charlotte and taylah says
February 27, 2017 at 2:36 pmhi my best friend and I are totally obsessed with Alice-Miranda and the enchanting romance between Jacinta and Lucas. we are hoping for another author talk at any of the Redlands city library’s. we are also quite concerned with there being no “lucinta romance” in book 15. WE NEED AN UPDATE !!!!!!
from the co-presidents of your fan club,
taylah and charlotte
Jacqueline Harvey says
March 9, 2017 at 2:31 pmHi Charlotte and Taylah,
Thank you; you are too kind! Sadly, Lucas does not make an appearance in Alice-Miranda Holds the Key; but he will be in the cast when the friends travel to Hollywood in Book 16! You will have to keep reading, won’t you :)!
I am touring in Queensland at the moment- and have some public events around Noosa and Bundaberg- it’s a bit far for you; but keep an eye on the website.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Rosie says
February 28, 2017 at 8:47 amHi Jacqueline,
I collected all the Alice Miranda books a few years ago when I was younger, and because I’m home sick today, I thought I would pull one out and re read it hehe. Still love it as much as when I was younger ❤️️
From Rosie
Miranda says
March 5, 2017 at 8:35 amNice I only have one! Called Alice-Miranda in the Alps
Lilly says
March 1, 2017 at 5:32 pmI love surfing.But we never get to surf because my surfboard broke.When will you be coming to Tasmania next.
Emma howes says
March 1, 2017 at 7:37 pmThat’s awesome,
I can’t surf but if I could that would be my number one board!
Jacqueline Harvey says
March 13, 2017 at 10:05 pmMine too!
Miranda says
March 4, 2017 at 10:11 amDear Jaqueline Harvey,
I have every book of Alice-Miranda and you inspire me to become a writer. I also think book 19 could be about Alice-Miranda going into space!
also what does website mean at the bottom?!
Jacqueline Harvey says
March 14, 2017 at 12:51 pmI’m not sure what you mean Miranda about website at the bottom. I’ll have to have a fish around. Space is an interesting idea.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Sav says
March 5, 2017 at 8:26 amHey Jacqueline
I was reading AM book 12 when I started to think if Jacinta has any cousins or Millie since it would make the books more dramatic if Lucas falls in love with Jacinta older cousin (if she has one)
P.s I love ur books
Jacqueline Harvey says
March 14, 2017 at 12:50 pmInteresting ideas that’s for sure! I will give that some thought.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Miranda says
March 5, 2017 at 8:28 amAwesome Alice-Miranda surfboard!. Because I have Miranda as my first name !.
Jacqueline Harvey says
March 14, 2017 at 12:50 pmAnd it’s a fabulous name for sure!
taylah and charlotte says
March 10, 2017 at 11:35 amdear Ms Harvey
This is Charlotte and Taylah again! We NEED more Jacinta and Lucas romance!
Also why can’t you come to Brisbane? It is my birthday(Taylah) on Monday 13 march and I wish I could meet you! this is Charlotte and you met me a few years ago!
bye!
Jacqueline Harvey says
March 13, 2017 at 9:57 pmHi Taylah and Charlotte,
I’m sorry I couldn’t stay in Brisbane for more than a day last week as I had to meet kids further up north and go to Bundaberg. I will be back in Brisbane later in the year so hopefully we can meet then. There will be more about Jacinta and Lucas in Alice-Miranda in Hollywood – and wait until you get to read my new series – there are some sweet fledgling romances there too!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Sarah says
March 28, 2017 at 9:13 pmHi Jacqueline
My friend showed me these books now I’m hooked!
You are such a fantastic author, I wish I could write like you.
Thanks for writing these fantastic novels for fans around the world to enjoy!
Thanks again,
Sarah
Jacqueline Harvey says
March 30, 2017 at 11:25 amHi Sarah,
You are too kind- I’m thrilled that you are enjoying the stories! I think that my key to being able to write, is to read, read, and read some more! It seems that you already have that love for reading.
Happy reading!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Jacqueline Harvey says
April 6, 2017 at 2:23 pmThank you for your kind words, Sarah!
I am so pleased that you are enjoying the stories!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Kiera says
April 19, 2017 at 12:48 amThe Alice-Mirand books are SO COOL.
Jacqueline Harvey says
April 19, 2017 at 11:32 amThanks Kiera – I’m busy writing Alice-Miranda in Hollywood at the moment!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Kiera says
April 19, 2017 at 12:50 amMy school library is sooo evil it has no Clementine Rose books and only has Alice-Miranda books 1,2,3,4,11 and 12.
Jacqueline Harvey says
April 19, 2017 at 11:32 amHi Kiera,
Perhaps you could ask your librarian if she or he can get them in. They are on the Premier’s reading challenge in most states so they would be a good resource to have and I know that the kids at your school would enjoy them. Where do you go to school? Perhaps email me the details jacqueline@jacquelineharvey.com.au and I can see what I can do to help.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Grace von Meding says
May 20, 2017 at 5:26 pmHi,
I’ve never tried surfing before but me and my dad want to. I want a Alice-Miranda surf board!
From Grace.
Jacqueline Harvey says
May 21, 2017 at 9:26 amIt’s a great board isn’t it! I’ve only ever tried surfing once and I was hopeless at it but you never know, I might try again one day.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Rose says
June 12, 2018 at 2:29 pmHi,
i was wondering how old all of the characters are, in Alice Miranda in Scotland? I’m so disappointed that you came to my primary school in Sydney to meet Miss Roussos; the sister of my best friend, and i wasn’t able to see you, even though my sister did.
can you do a book where she comes to Australia, or goes on a tour of sydney, and some other cities, and then goes into the outback?
thanks
Rose xxoo
Jacqueline Harvey says
June 21, 2018 at 10:44 amHi Rose,
That’s a pity you weren’t able to come to the launch event with Sophie. She’s a sweet girl. I’m definitely thinking about a story in Australia. Have you read Kensy and Max yet? They are likely to come to Australia soon. The characters are all getting older (of course) AM is now 10 and a bit, Millie is 13 and Jacinta and Lucas are around 14.
Hope to meet you somewhere soon.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Mya says
June 29, 2018 at 8:02 pmHi,
Do you know what your going to call Alice Miranda 18 and when it comes out?
Do you remember signing my book at Celebration of Literature at Somerset college because I do
Jacqueline Harvey says
July 2, 2018 at 10:51 amHi Mya,
Not sure about the title for the next book and yes I remember meeting you at Somerset and signing your book. Have a great holiday.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Bethany says
January 1, 2019 at 8:05 pmHi Jacqueline,
What will the next Alice-Miranda book be about?
I LOVE Alice-Miranda books!
Also, I am dying for Alice-Miranda to come to Australia
From one of your biggest fans
Bethany
Jacqueline Harvey says
January 27, 2019 at 3:09 pmHi Bethany,
The next book is set back at school and there is a very dramatic incident in the village followed by more strange things. Alice-Miranda will of course unravel what’s going on.
Thanks for being a fan,
Jacqueline