Jay Martin in a red dress with patterned details, sitting indoors.

“I believe that stories can and do change hearts, minds and lives.”

Jay Martin’s writing engages with complex, contemporary themes in unique and distinctive landscapes. She is passionate about sharing the joy and power of writing with others.

Coming Soon

Book cover of 'Boom Town Snap' by Jay Martin featuring a woman with sunglasses reflecting birds and industrial structures.

‘Bold, unflinching and tender and, ultimately, incredibly hopeful.’

- Ashley Kalagian Blunt, Dark Mode

  • 'Humorous and graceful … Vodka and Apple Juice depicts a woman’s search for identity with a winning mixture of pain and aplomb.'

    Foreword Magazine

  • ‘This is a candid, brave and amusing book that should be handed to every spouse of every diplomat going to their first overseas posting.’

    Good Reading

  • ‘A great read. Rage has never been this compassionate, absorbing and thought-provoking. When do I get to party with these smart, talented, wonderful women?’

    Judith Lucy

  • ‘Whether you are a reader or a writer, Women of a Certain Rage is a valuable example of the potential power and impact of creative non-fiction.’

    Writing WA

Upcoming Events

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Boom Town Snap: Perth Launch
May 8
Boom Town Snap: Perth Launch
Boom Town Snap: Sydney Launch
May 18
Boom Town Snap: Sydney Launch
Boom Town Snap: Canberra Launch
May 26
Boom Town Snap: Canberra Launch

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View fullsize Lucky enough to catch the tail end of the yayoi kusama exhibition in Melbourne recently. Playful, fun - and thought provoking. . @ngvmelbourne #yayoikusamaexhibition
View fullsize So many haters out there. And then … along comes Helen. Who hates EVERYTHING about this book … and still gives it two stars! My first thought: what you have to do to get one star from Helen? My second: the world needs more Helen right n
View fullsize A few little Melbourne Haikus. Pair with a latte and a toasted hot cross bun. Enjoy 😊 . #bookstagram #bookstagrammer #aussiebookstagram #Aussiebookstagrammer #writingcommunity #aussieauthors #aussiewriters #aussiebooks #wawriter #wawriters #clifi #
View fullsize What if the person being pushed off the chair really deserves it? There are a few cases I can think of right now. I wouldn’t even need a cupcake (although I would enjoy it). . Bringing you my reviews of 2-star book reviews every Tuesday 🌟 🌟
View fullsize ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Much needed light relief for crazy days. Just released from @ahc_mcdonald by @fremantlepress, I devoured this over the weekend. A fast-paced, light-hearted romp that starts with Brian, whose major achievement to date had been coming ru
View fullsize Boom Town Snap - “how are you supposed to succeed when what’s right isn’t rewarded and what’s rewarded isn’t right?” Out 29 April in paperback, ebook and audio book - available for preorder now. . #writingcommun
View fullsize Work social event - paint and sip - last night My first attempt to paint something since about grade 5. What I set out to do and what I did 😂 I think I’ll stick to writing books …
View fullsize My first attempt at Nanaimo bars - Canadian 🇨🇦 for caramel slice - but the middle layer is custard cream. I’ve been waxing lyrical about these babies to my team for months and I finally had to put my money where my mouth was and come up with
View fullsize I wish I knew who you were, Riddo. I’d be your friend. I’d hold your hand and ask you things like, What is your heart’s desire? What gives you comfort in the dark when you wake from a frightening dream? Which would win: Zombies or w
View fullsize 5 weeks until Mothers Day! Is Mum: - Always looking for a new book club read? - interested in stories about women caught between what they want and what everyone expects of them?* - Not averse to a little naughty language? 🌶️🌶️ Then here’s
View fullsize Out today! This wonderful book from a talented WA author, doctor - and friend - Elizabeth Green. . Dr Green was a trail blazer in all senses of the word. Accepted to study medicine at a time when all the odds were against her, she returned to her ru
View fullsize Another way to look at it. If you buy a book that has a pretty cover, you have a lovely piece of art. If you happen to like what’s inside, bonus. So if you see a book designer today, give them a reassuring hug. And then buy a book just because

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