In the past few weeks, I’ve received some wonderful emails from fans and I wanted to share some of them with you. Melissa made banana cake from one of the recipes in the Alice-Miranda diary and instead of one cake, she made cupcakes. Don’t they look delicious!
I was thrilled to receive these pictures of Eva and her daughter Csilla from Hungary who created Nana Jones’s apple pie from Alice-Miranda at School. I have to tell you that on the weekend I spent time with my Nana and she was thrilled about it too (as the apple pie recipe is hers!)
As well as the cooking, there has been some sewing too and this is Holly’s birthday doll (it’s actually Belle from Beauty and the Beast) who her grandmother has dressed as Alice-Miranda. I think she looks incredible. What a clever grandmother! I love my Alice-Miranda doll – she started life as an American Girl but has been transformed with lots of outfits made by my very clever mother in law, Joan.
Thanks for publishing it Jacqueline! Alice-Miranda is my favourite series and I’m really passionate about it.
I love Alice-Miranda too!
Hi Holly and Jacqueline!
Jacqueline one of my friends discovered the Alice-Miranda series accidently, and now we’re loving them! We’re racing to see who finishes their 2 Alice-Miranda books first, and I’ve am so obsessed with Alice-Miranda that I’m an typing while reading Alice-Miranda in the Alps. And you know what? I can’t put it down!
P.S I was SOOOOO happy to find one of the characters were named like me! BTW Is there a real Lucas? I would LOVE to meet him! 😉
See You Later,
Millie
Hi Millie,
I am glad that you and your friend are enjoying the series. Thank you for your passion; it’s humbling that the fans who inspire me to write are so passionate and interested in the stories. The Lucas in the stories is from my imagination- but there may be a real one out there somewhere :).
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi my name is Alice (no really it is)
Jacqueline I actually live what I call close to you. Well, I live in New Zealand, Wellington. Do you think you can pay us a visit? My friends would love it if you could come over to Johnsonville School in Wellington!
Hi Alice,
I love New Zealand! So much so that my husband and I bought a section near Queenstown last year and we’re hoping to build a house very soon. I will be travelling back and forth to NZ quite a bit so perhaps one day I might get to visit your school. Why not ask your teacher/Librarian to contact me via my website http://jacquelineharvey.com.au/teachers/.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Dear Jacqueline,
could you please also take the ferry up to Auckland too? I would REALLY REALLY REALLY love it if you could!
From Holly
P.S. The school is Titirangi School on Kohu Road, Titirangi.
P.P.S. This is the Holly you met at the Alice-Miranda at the Palace Launch at the Beecroft Bookshop who had an amazing knowledge of Alice-Miranda
P.P.P.S. When do you think you will go to New Zealand next?
Hi Holly,
Thank you for your enthusiasm.
My husband and I have decided to build our house near Queenstown; so there will be many trips to New Zealand, which (in spite of the weather- which I actually really enjoy) is one of my favourite places. I don’t have plans to come to the North Island, but never say never, why not ask your teacher/Librarian to make contact via my website http://jacquelineharvey.com.au/teachers/?
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi Holly,
Thank you for sending the photo and for sharing your passion for the stories.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
I love Alice-Miranda! The stories are wonderful, and I love them even though they’re a bit too hard for me!
Hi Clare,
Thank you for your kind words- it is great that you enjoy reading about Alice-Miranda’s adventures. Fans often write to tell me that they read (or Mum or Dad read) the stories when they are younger and then again, in a few years time, when they are able to enjoy different aspects of the stories. I have even been told that parents find the stories enjoyable:).
Best wishes and happy reading,
Jacqueline
P.S. if anyone wants to ask a question about the doll, post a comment on this website.
holly, my dolls are all that size and i can do clementine rose but probs need my mums permission first! lol anyway seeya
Bethany
There are probably lots of dolls you could use – I’d love to see a Clemmie doll too!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Wgere do you get the dolls from??
Hi Holly,
My doll is an American Girl doll which you have to buy in the US or online. I believe the other doll was Belle from Beauty and the Beast. I think any doll with curly dark hair would make a great Alice-Miranda.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Jacqueline Alice Miranda and Clementine Rose are faves. I never missed any of your books i keep on reading them on and on . I love your books and addicted to them..
Thank you!
Wow, these are amazing I wish I could do those
Hi Halle,
Yum and cute!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi Halle,
Why not give it a try?
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Wow they look delicious and adorable. I made a Matilda doll in once and I got my mum to make a Roald Dahl one
Hi Lily,
I agree- its lovely when fans try the recipes and enjoy them! Well done to you (and your MUM)! Please feel free to send photos, which I will put up on a blog post.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
I love the doll it’s so cute.
I agree, Brooke!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi Ms Harvey!!
I love your Alice Miranda and Clementine rose books!! I have every single book in the series! I was wondering when Alice Miranda 16 is coming out in Melbourne because I can’t wait!! You are the best author ever!!!!!<3 from Ella!!
Hi Ella,
Thank you so much for your kind words and enthusiasm. Alice-Miranda in Hollywood will be released around Australia in September 2017.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi everyone! Its me again!
I just wanted to ask if any of you fans are from New Zealand?
Hi Millie,
I’m hope that there are lots of fans in New Zealand:).
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi Millie,
I’m from Wanaka, New Zealand and I love reading Alice- Miranda books, I can’t put them down and I can’t wait until the Alice-Miranda in Hollywood book comes out!
Thanks Laura, you are too kind!
You live in a beautiful part of the world, Wanaka!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
I’m from New Zealand, Auckland. It’s really wet and nature-y with lots of trees. In the winter (now) you feel warm about three times a month.
The inquisitive is a wasting your email replies.
Hi jaqueline
Those cake look yummy!
At my school we do the Stephanie Alexander kitchen program (you may know it from master chef my school was once in it ) but instead of doing our normal cooking we made some Alice Miranda recipes like Mrs mcinnerney honey jumbles from the alcemiaranda diary in 2015
P.S. will anyone ever have a crush on Alice Miranda and will Jacinta and Lucas ever kiss I hope they do
From
an Alice mirander lover called Chloe
Hi Chloe,
Wow, that’s great that you are cooking some Alice-Miranda recipes. If your teacher says it’s ok, I would love you to send me some photos of your efforts- I could post them on the blog.
Lots of happenings for Lucas and Jacinta in Alice-Miranda in Hollywood– you will have to keep reading the stories to watch all the characters grow, won’t you :).
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Dear Jacqueline,
Hello! It’s me Millie again! Anyway Jacqueline I love how you answer each and every comment that we post on your website; unlike some authors who are to busy!!!!! Thanks, for answering my question about Lucas! This is a request- can you put a picture of Alice-Miranda, Millie, Jacinta, Sloane, Lucas and Sep on your next blog post?
PRETTY-PLEASE-WITH-HEAVEN-CAKE-ON-TOP!
Toddles,
Millie
Thanks Millie! I am humbled that the amazing fans who inspire me to write are as invested in the stories as they are- and that they take the time to write on the blog.
I’ll see what I can do on the blog post :).
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi jacqueline,
You must remember me because just a few weeks ago I messaged u about how mmmmuuuucccchhhh I love you, your books and AM!
well I would love to try those recipes in these holidays
I am working on it
Well can you please reply to my emails I am sorry for disturbing you as you are sometimes busy
I have a kind from a plan about these holidays
I would love to share it with you
Please do check your inbox as I am going to email you my plan
Best wishes,
Kanita
Thanks Kanita, you are very kind.
As you know, I am not always able to answer emails straight away; you just need to be a little patient for me to answer you.
Hope that you enjoy the recipes!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
I meant
I have a kind of a plan for these holidays*
Hi there
I reallllllly adore your books about Alice Miranda jacky (in short of Jacqueline)
Well it all started when I was looking for books to buy on the internet and when I suddenly came across Alice Miranda
I really loved it
And how I wished I could get its first part in my city
And my luck worked like a charm
I found it!
And I was like soooo happy that’s why I read it in just an hour
I was so eager to finish the book that I can’t tell you
Well nowadays I am reading Alice Miranda in Paris (oh I am loving it!) as I admire Paris very much
It’s my dream city and I am after my parents life to take me there and if I do go there so I will go to all the places mentioned in the book
Thanks Kanita!
Glad you found the books in your city!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi again
Miss jacky
You are ever so kind
I have read your replies to the other fans which tells me you are so polite and humble
You look like a second mother to them
I am ever so glad that i found you and alice miranda
Its so good talking to a real author
I feel as if i have already met you
I never in my life dreamed that i could possiby talk to a lovely author
Thanks to you
You are ever so kind
You know what??
I have got top three fav authors in my list including you the number one!
Do you mind?
If i ask you a question???
Well what idea made you write alice miranda?
How did you get the idea of writing the story of alice miranda??
Best wishes,
Kanita
Hey
I just got to know that you have been to so awesome places like new york rome paris and most importantly to portugal
Oh i love portugal
As a famous footballer lives there named ‘cristiano ronaldo’ you might know him if you are sooo much into fotball
I am his great great great great fan
I wan to go there tooo
Just like you
Oh you are ever so lucky
I wish i could go there
Best wishes,
Kanita
Hi Kanita,
The idea of an irrepressible little girl with the chocolate curls being the heroine in a book came from many places- my experiences as a teacher, a shameless love of people-watching, an overactive imagination and the delight and wonder that I find working with children, continue to inspire the stories.
When I was thinking about writing the series, I decided to write a book that I would have enjoyed reading as a child. I am humbled that the children who inspire me to write seem to enjoy reading the stories as much as I enjoy writing them.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
So cool! The baking and the adorable dolls. I am so excited for book 16 of Alice Miranda to come out. I like the cover and it looks interesting. Do you think you will keep going? If you do more books, I think you should set it in Africa, maybe Egypt.
My mum is starting to think the books are to young and easy for me now as I am 11 and what she calls an “excellent reader”. No offense of course. I keep telling her that they are fine for me and too good to grow out of!
Apart from Alice Miranda books some of my favourite books are some of the old Enid Blyton classics like The Famous Five. I still read these much to my Mum’s annoyance. (Jokes!)
See you later!
Bethany- Your biggest fan!
Dear Bethany,
I’m 11 as well and they get a bit easy to read but the story line’s amazing I would never stop reading them for as long as I live, I hope!
Dear Bethany
Halle is surely right I agree with her
I’m 11 too and some of my friends ask me not to read silky children books but I don’t listen
I don’t care whatever they say bcz I am gonna read it until I finish the whoooole series and i think by that time I might be 13 or something
I will never stop reading it until it totally finishes!!!
Well I have a suggestion for you
Why don’t you ask your mom to read it and then when she finishes ask her how was it, then look it to her reply
Hi Bethany,
Thank you for you enthusiasm and commitment to reading and to the Alice-Miranda stories, in particular. At this stage I am committed to write at least 18 Alice-Miranda stories; however, I have so many ideas swirling around in my head and am enjoying the characters and relationships so much, I can imagine that you will be reading the stories for some time.
Alice-Miranda has many fans who are well into their high school years- in fact, I often hear from parents who enjoy reading the stories with their younger children. It is fine to keep reading (and re-reading) the stories for as long as YOU are enjoying them.
Perhaps you may also find that you enjoy the new series, Kensy and Max, which is for older readers. The first book in the series will be released in March 2018.
Happy reading and best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi Jacqueline,
I have an American Girl Doll who looks just like Alice-Miranda.
I’m going to ask my mum if we can make an Alice-Miranda costume for her.
I’ll post some photos of her.
P.S I LOVE AM and I can’t wait to read the next book. (even though I’ll be in Greece on a Holiday).
Chloe from Sydney
Thank you Chloe,
I will look forward to seeing your photos!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi Ms Harvey, I’m curious about how Long on average you take to answer fan emails?
I sent an email to you recently and I’m trying my best to patiently wait… but my nature I am not a patient person. Please do check your inbox!
Caitlyn 🙂
Email answered 🙂
Hello Jacqueline,
My mom’s an author to, I love the Clementine books their awesome
What book will you do next
P.s. My mom’s books are not as good as yours
From Amy
Hi Amy,
Thank you so much for your kind words and passion for the Clemmie stories. Alice-Miranda in Hollywood is in the finishing stages- to be released in September 2017 and I am very busy on the first book in the new series, Kensy and Max– to be released in March 2018.
The next Clementine Rose story will be released early in 2018- there is so much happening in Clemmie’s world!
I would love to know the names of some of your Mum’s books?
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Dear Ms Harvey,
Alice miranda is the best. I cant wait for alice miranda in hollywood. Its going to be awesome as your books always are. I was wondering when the next Clementine Rose book was comming out. I luv your books so much.
Hi Jacqueline,
I love Alice-Miranda SO MUCH
I totally can not wait for the next Alice-Miranda book to come out!
You are the BEST book writer ever.
I only need to read 6 more Alice-Miranda books and 3 more Clementine Rose books.
Your 1# fan,
Lucy
Hi Lucy,
Thank you for your lovely words! I am so thrilled that you’re enjoying the books. I am currently finishing Alice-Miranda in Hollywood!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
that’s great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hi Lucy,
Thank you, you are too kind!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Dear Jacqueline
I loooooove your books!!!
What will Kensy and max be about?
And when do you next come to visit Tasmania?
Thxs Lilly
Hi Lilly,
Thank you- you are too kind!
I can’t go into too much detail as yet, but the central characters in the Kensy and Max series are twins- a brother and sister, whose lives take a surprising turn. I will be revealing more over the next few months.
Sadly, I do not have any plans to travel to Tasmania in the next while; but keep an eye on the Events tab of my website.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Dear Jacqueline,
I was wondering when you next write about Alice-Miranda in New York?
I read the book again and Mr Geronimo said “I have a feeling she’ll be back.”
When will Mr Clifton/ Ed/ Xavier what ever you want to call him will come back to life in a story?
The Finkelstein’s when will they come back into your books?
Thank-You,
Halle
Hi Halle,
Thank you for your enthusiasm and interest in the stories. The Finklestein’s made at appearance in Alice-Miranda in Paris, also. Never say never, you will just have to keep reading to see whether Alice-Miranda and her friends revisit New York or if Xavier makes an appearance:).
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Thank You
I can’t wait because I really like the characters it’s like they’re a part of me that I know and love!
Thanks again Jacqueline
Halle
Dear Ms Harvey,
Alice miranda is the best. I cant wait for alice miranda in hollywood. Its going to be awesome as your books always are. I was wondering when the next Clementine Rose book was comming out. I luv your books so much. And also please answer an email I sent you.
Thank you for your kind words, Lara!
The next Clementine Rose book will be released mid 2018, as I have been focussed on Alice-Miranda in Hollywood and the first book in the Kensy and Max series, which is due for release in March 2018.
I have answered your email- but, please be patient with me; as you can see I have lots of priorities- but I answer emails and blog posts regularly (just not immediately).
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi! It’s me again!
I can’t wait till book 16 of Alice Miranda! I’ve already said this in the previous comment but I love Alice Miranda so much, I’ll keep on saying it!
Bethany:)
When will Jacinta and Lucius kiss I am getting desperate.lucas is my favourite character in all the books in the world
Hi Lilly,
There’s a lot happening with those two in the new book – and some interesting interference as well. You’ll just have to wait and see. Have you read AM in China? There was some romance in that one.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi Jacqueline,
I just really wanted to let you know, that I LOVE your blog, and my cousin from sydney annabelle does too, could you go visit her? it’d be her dream come true
Love,
Bonnie Xx
Hi Bonnie,
Thanks for your kind words. Perhaps I will meet your cousin at one of my events – I do quite a lot of them and if she looks on the events page on the website she can see where I’ll be. Maybe she could ask her librarian to get in touch with me for a school visit.
Jacqueline xx
Hi Jaqueline
My name is Daisy and I love your Alice Miranda books! They are so good and I love that my name is in the books! You are such an amazing writer and I can’t wait until Alice Miranda in Hollywood comes out! I am slowly buying all of the books and I have read up to Alice Miranda in Japan, but that was a while ago so I am excited to read the newer ones again! So far I have book 1, 2 and 3.
Thanks so much,
Daisy
PS I love that you reply to all of the comments, it is so thoughtful and I assume it really makes everyones day (it would make my day amazing!).
Hi Daisy,
Thanks for your comment and I love that you’re enjoying the books. I am literally today and tomorrow reading the page proofs for Alice-Miranda in Hollywood. There are some fabulously fun new characters – one is the musical director of the movie – her name is Grizelda Furtwangler – I love her and another character called Magdalena. There is lots of friction with Caprice and Jacinta and some interesting developments with Lucas too. I can’t wait to share it with you all!
It does take a lot of time to reply to everyone but I think it’s important.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi Jaqueline
Thanks for your reply – and so quick!
I can’t wait for Alice Miranda in Hollywood to be out.
Thanks,
Daisy
PS. I sent you an email if you could give that a look…?
Hi Jaqueline
Me again!
I forgot to ask in my other post, when will Alice Miranda in Hollywood be out? I can’t wait!
September 🙂
Yay, Can’t wait!
Hi Jacqueline, I love the Alice miranda series SO MUCH I have read all of them and can’t wait to see the new series! Btw, can you follow me on Instagram?? My account in presshandstands982 thanks!
Hi Jz,
I will look out for you on Instagram – thank you for your very kind words. I love Alice-Miranda too 🙂
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi Jacqueline,
in June’s comp what age does the ten and up go till???
from chelsea
Hi Chelsea,
I hadn’t really thought about that but I guess just older than 10!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi Jacqueline,
I have just started my school holidays this week and am attempting to read all of the Alice-Miranda books in three weeks, each day reading for around about an hour. I started reading on Monday and have read 2 books and am halfway through my 3rd book. At the end of the holidays, I will tell you if I have completed my challenge. I think I’ve read through each AM book at least five times, more specific ones like Alice-Miranda at the Palace and Alice-Miranda at Sea, I’ve probably read more. Can’t wait until Alice-Miranda in Holywood comes out!
From Chloe
Great challenge, Chloe!
Please, let us all know how you went? You set yourself a tall order :)!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi there
Its me again
I just love your blog
I cant stop myself from reading it
There are many austrailian alice miranda events
I wish there was one in my country too!
All the fans from austrailia must be soooooo lucky lucky!
I have my aunt living in austrailia but i dont get along with her so much
There is no chance i am going to meet jacqueline harvey
Hey,miss jacky can i ask a question
How did you get the idea of writing AM?
Hey one more thing is anyone here from pakistan
If so then please send an email introducing you
Email address: kanita.fazal@hotmail.com
Well i can come to one of your events if its in middle east or in asia
It would be great if there is a event in UAE as i can come there
I will ask my dad if its possible to come in austrailia
I’ll try
hey everyone,
I LOVE the Alice-miranda books, they are so catchy and I can not put down the book. I am even writing my own Alice-miranda book. Alice-miranda is just as lovely as it’s author.
I hope more is in store
Hi Laura,
That sounds like fun – Alice-Miranda fan fiction. There are certainly new books coming – I’ve just finished Alice-Miranda in Hollywood!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi Laura,
Thank you for your kind words and interest in the stories.
I can’t imagine a time when I will not be writing stories – as long as I still enjoy writing them then why stop!
Good luck with your writing.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
I love you and all your books soooo much !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks Abigail – you’re very kind 🙂
Dear Jacqueline,
I really am exited that you are writing a new set of books.
When is it coming out?
Can you come to Boondall State School in Brisbane please ?
love Lucy
Hi Lucy,
The new series will come out in March next year. There’s a lot that goes into the writing and editing as well as getting the characters and covers just right. I was actually in Brisbane yesterday for a conference for adults who want to write for children but no doubt I will be back again soon. Why not ask your librarian to get in touch and perhaps we can arrange something.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
HI Jacqueline,
I was also wondering if u were going to make number 14 clementine rose soon????
From Chelsea
Hi Chelsea,
There is so much happening in Clemmie’s life at the moment- and whilst, I have lots of ideas of these happenings, alas, Book 14 will not be released until mid 2018.
I have been excitedly busy working on the new series, Kensy and Max. The first book in the series will be released in March 2018 and I so hope that readers enjoy reading it as much as I am enjoying writing it.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hi I love Alice Miranda and I’ve started reading Clementine rose and I just wanted to ask if your making any more
Ariane Caligari
PS: your awesome and can you please come to Nazareth primary school in grovedale in victoria and I hope you will keep on doing what your doing because your great at writing
Dear Ariane,
Thank you for your kind words. Yes I am writing more Clementine Rose and Alice-Miranda stories and I’m also working on something new for next year. I would love to come to your school – perhaps you could get your librarian to get in touch via my website.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Hey jacqueline
I was wondering that how on average does the newsletter takes to arrive in our inboxes
As you know i have participated in the june competetion and cant wait for the results
I thought the newsletter might come on the 1st but its not here
P.S i have already mentioned this and i am mentioning it again which is fans who are from pakistan please send an email introducing you to this email address-> [kanita.fazal@hotmail.com]
Hi Kanita,
The newsletter usually comes in the first week of the month – sometimes I have it out straight away but other times when I’m travelling it’s a bit trickier. I am currently away in New Zealand and so it will be a little later – I hope to have it out by the end of the week.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Your books are boring where forsted to read them in class really your hero Alice is to good give her a weak point
Hi Jake,
I’m sorry that you’re not enjoying the books – Alice-Miranda is perhaps too good to be true at times but there are lots of other kids and adults in the books with plenty of flaws (and depending which book you’re reading – AM does second guess herself more as things go on and certainly doesn’t know everything).
I hope that you won’t disregard me completely and at least be prepared to give my new series (a brother and sister and spies) a go when it comes out in March next year.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Sorry about my brother miss harvey
Hi Daniel,
No need to apologise. Not everyone likes the same things. Perhaps your brother will be more of a fan of my new series – which has a boy and girl as the main characters (and they have plenty of flaws – as well as some very cool skills too). It will be out in March next year.
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
OMG Alice Miranda in Hollywood is finished!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!! !!!
Your the best
Your my interaction to be a author
Thanks Lilly!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Inspiration I ment
I can’t wait for Alice-Miranda in Hollywood, the book cover is just so cute and attractive!
Where are you from,Yasmin???
Its just that,you look familiar to me!!!
I mean you sound familar!
I know it’s amazing
Hi Yasmin,
The completed book is at the printer – it won’t be long now! Glad that you like the cover!
Best wishes,
Jacqueline
Sorry not all my comment posted I was ment to say I know its amazing the front cover Yasmin.