by Natalia Hooker | Jan 9, 2026 | Alaya Books, Publishing News
I’m thrilled to share some wonderful news. Three outstanding new books published by Alaya Books and/or written by our coaching clients were named finalists in the Global Book Awards. This is a huge achievement and a moment worth celebrating. These recognitions honour...
by Natalia Hooker | Aug 19, 2025 | Alaya Books, Publishing News
I’m Twenty years ago, I was living a crazy, unexpected life – and I began scribbling in my diary, thinking: “Maybe one day, I’ll share these words.” Then life happened. I built a career in publishing, helping others bring their stories to life… while working on...
by Natalia Hooker | Apr 8, 2025 | Alaya Books, Publishing News
Would you leave your job to be a popstar? That’s the question behind my new book Unstuck, and—believe it or not—it’s one I had to ask myself in real life. Years ago, I was working as a banker in New York. I had ticked every box: great job, long hours, a sharp...
by Natalia Hooker | Feb 26, 2025 | Alaya Books for Children, Personal Growth in Writing, Writing Inspiration
I have a brand-new animated music video for you and your little ones! But first, a quick story about persistence… As some of you know, I have cats. It started with one rescue from my daughter’s school. She needed a playmate, so we adopted another… and, well, nature...
by Natalia Hooker | Jan 24, 2024 | Writing Inspiration
The first book I ever wrote was epic. I researched and wrote the biography of Leslie Joseph Hooker (born Leslie Joseph Tingyou). It’s called LJ Hooker The Man, The Untold Story of an Australian Icon. To this day, his name is known by everyone in Australia. What was...