Friends come in all shapes & sizes…
As do stories!
Welcome to Maddy’s Curious Universe!
Welcome readers, to my virtual playground!
It’s a place where I create, without the hoo-hah and pressure of creating the perfect insta photo or gaining likes and followers, but keeping things real in my way, imperfectly human, humble and simply fun.
Here you will find my Uplit stories about the ordinary heroes of the world, all set in Australian suburbia. My marvellous misfits find their inner magic in the most unexpected ways, with just a sprinkle of elf magic! All of my stories to date are available in Maddy’s Books my very own virtual bookshop!
Check out my blog and take a glimpse into my world, find free Christmas stories as well as some favourite crafts & recipes with produce from my garden and cute crochet patterns. I love making something out of nothing, as my old Mum would say— it’s how we had fun!
Looking for a special gift? Head to the shop to order my unique whimsical crochet creations and fantabulous pieces in Art by Max too – Available now!
Spend some time with a good friend of mine, Kelvin, joining us in the MCU with his very own page where he’ll be posting —in his words— kind and simple thoughts. And some of his special appearances on Mim and Nige’s radio show at MBFM in the Mullet. Check it out!
Please do subscribe to the mailing list for story updates, what’s new in the shop and exclusive surprises for my subscribers along the way! Email me: maddy@maddynewman.com
As those who have subscribed know, social media is NOT my forte. I prefer sending email and my webpage. Frankly, by the time I learn how to drive the bus on the various social media platforms, I lose waaaaay too many hours of precious writing and creating time, (though I do turn up on Instagram linked to face-smace). I’d much rather take my bat & ball and play on my own site.
Heartfelt thanks to my Max for such wonderful illustrations and to the team at Beardbot for this fantastic playground for me to connect with you all.
So, dear reader, stop in and stay awhile … and I hope you enjoy the stories.
Cheers,
Maddy x
Maddy’s Curious Universe – Head dreamer
Santa’s Global Enterprises – Chief Elf
From the blog…

Giveaway #1 Winner! Bluebird of Happiness pack – Subscriber exclusive!
Hi there, dear Readers! I am so excited to announce that we have products now available in Crochet Creations & Art by Max in the shop! Yippeeeeee! So, to celebrate…
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New Crochet Curios & Art by Max in the shop!
YAY! The shop is finally up and running for my Crochet Creations & Curios and Art by Max! You’ll find all of my ebooks to date in Maddy’s books, my…
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Kelvin’s Kindlounge joins the MCU!
A snapshot of Kelvin’s mind
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Make some Lavender Wands! Spring has sprung!
Apart from the hay fever, it’s lovely to see the garden beginning to bloom again after a long winter. Time to sit in the gentle sunshine and make Lavender Wands!…
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Lavender, Lemon & Mandarin Infused Vinegar
Hiya all, Thought I would share my quick and easy recipe for Infused vinegars with you. They are cheap, take very little effort to make and look fantastic on the…
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Maddy’s Books icon stack & What three books would I bring if stranded on a desert island?
Hiya all, One of my new readers emailed me the other day, asking what are the books in Maddy’s Books icon and to name three books I would want with…
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Crochet Pocket Hug Pattern!
Looking for an easy free crochet pattern perfect for creating a random act of crochet kindness? Here’s my pattern for a heartwarming Pocket Hug! These cute little hugs are great…
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Whimsical crochet creations … coming soon to the shop!
Here’s a sneak peek of one of my Crazy Cupcakes and the beautiful Bluebird of Happiness brooch, which was made by Mrs Mac in Smorgasbord. These are just two of…
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Merry New Year!
new years resolution, three words to focus on.
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Christmas Ham is the best!
Hi readers, I wanted to share my Christmas Ham recipe with you. The photo is dreadful, but you’ll get the idea!!! Tradition in my house is to cook the ham…
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Nick Cave – on the subject of creative droughts:
“Turn up at the desk.”
NICK CAVE, CONVERSATIONS, ADELAIDE TOWN HALL, JANUARY 2019
Max – Daughter on the subject of helping Mum’s creative droughts:
“Dad & I are already at the desk, Mum.”
MAX, CONVERSATIONS, ADELAIDE TOWN HALL, JANUARY 2019