Books
The holy grail for most authors is to see their work in print; I’m no different (although some seem to be taking longer than others).
Donovon’s Rainbow
Fiona Veitch Smith, Published by Vineyard International Publishing, 2001
Donovon’s Rainbow is an adventure story for 8 to 10-year-olds, and was my first foray into children’s fiction. It’s set against the backdrop of the Noah’s Ark story, and tells the tale of a stubborn little dove called Donovon and how he tries to go it alone. You can find out more details here.
Mentors
Christian Art Publishers, Johannesburg, 2002
This is a book I ghostwrote in collaboration with my long-time friend and writing colleague, Gill D’Achada. It’s a collection of profiles of leading Christian South Africans, including Gary Player and Peter Pollock, and was commissioned by media entrepreneur Erin Georgiou and edited by former editor of Today Magazine, Nico Bougas.
The Choice
Elizabeth Robertson Campbell, Bridge Logos, 2006
Another ghostwritten book, this true story is a gripping personal account of true love in the face of religious, cultural and political persecution. Set partly in Jerusalem and partly in Cape Town, it’s the story of one woman’s incredible journey of faith and love.
First self-published by Elizabeth in 2002, this surprise best-seller has been taken up by the American Christian publishing house, Bridge Logos. It has already been translated into four languages.
“Top Secret”
Watch this space…
No, that’s not the books’ real name. As much as I’d love to tell you more about this ghostwriting project I’m currently working on, I’m bound by a confidentiality agreement, so if I did tell you, I’d have to kill you! Suffice to say it’s a series of 12 aeronautical adventures for 3 to 7-year-olds set in Australia, which should hit the bookshops in 2008. I’d tell you to look out for it, but you won’t know what to look for! Check back here later, and hopefully I’ll be able to say more…
Short Stories
The Wheelchair Wonder
Aquila Children’s Magazine, July 2006
Being confined to a wheelchair doesn’t mean you won’t have any adventures. A short story for 8 – 12-year-olds.
Murder in the Deep
Aquila Children’s Magazine, July 2008
Whitey, a Great White Shark, is accused of murder and 10-year-old Chris has to prove him innocent. The only problem is, Whitey doesn’t know Chris is trying to help him. A two-part short story for 8 – 12-year-olds.
The Dreamsavers
Aquila Children’s Magazine, April / May 2010
A brother and sister team are hunted by a secret government agency that takes away children’s dreams.A two-part short story for 8 – 12-year-olds.
Magazine articles
Freelance writing for magazines has been my bread and butter for years. (Yes, I know I don’t look that old). I’ve had articles published in commercial magazines as diverse as Plain Truth, Writers News and SA Sports Illustrated, to name but a few. I’ve subsequently re-published some of the best ones on this site, and others on my other site veitchsmith.com. For a full list (if you’re interested), download my article cv.
Welcome to The Crafty Writer, published by Fiona Veitch Smith, a freelance journalist, editor, author, playwright, screenwriter and writing teacher. This site is full of information and resources to help you to become a better writer. 
