Welcome to Anna Kirtlan Writes

I write books, blogs and specialise in people-centred communications

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Featured books

I produce both fiction and non-fiction work. My first book Which Way is Starboard Again? is about me bumbling around the South Pacific on a yacht with little sailing experience and a raging anxiety disorder, my second, Ghost Bus - Tales from Wellington's Dark Side, is a creepy and humourous collection of short stories set in Wellington, and my third, Raven's Haven for Women of Magic, features misbehaving elderly witches and a large amount of cats. What will I write about next? Come along for the ride and find out!

Raven's Haven for Women of Magic
Cover of Ghost Bus - Tales from Wellington's Dark Side

Blog and newsletter

When I'm not working on books, I write about anything and everything. The blog on this site focuses mostly on writing, sailing and mental health. Over on Substack I write about neurodiversity, menopause and accessibility at Hey look a Squirtle! Adulting with AuDHD. To come along for the ride you can follow my blog or sign up to my Substack through the newsletter button.

Latest blog post

Hey look a Squirtle! Adulting with AuDHD
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Articles

I am passionate about creating clear messaging that everyone can access and understand. If you are interested in my services, check out the Hire Me! page for examples.