About Kate Triebe | Whispers in Focus Books
Kate Triebe is a Tasmanian author whose work bridges image, memory, and story. After a long and accomplished career as a CEO and senior leader across diverse corporate roles, Kate has stepped away from the boardroom and returned to her first love: writing. What began in school notebooks grew quietly alongside her professional life, evolving over time in
to a rich and varied creative practice. Her bookshelf includes adult novels and children’s stories in both fiction and non-fiction, as well as poetry, photography-inspired collections under her long-standing banner Whispers in Focus, and a much-loved stream of funny, sharply observed real-life stories. Whether she is crafting a mystery, shaping a bedtime tale, or pairing a photograph with a poem, her voice is grounded in place, character, and the small truths that make stories linger. Based in Tasmania’s Central Highlands, Kate draws deep inspiration from the land she lives in and loves. The region’s rugged beauty, layered histories, and quiet resilience flow through her writing, with many of her books reflecting on Central Highlands heritage and Tasmanian history more broadly. Her work often explores the intersection of past and present, the way landscapes hold memory, and how people carry it forward. Kate shares her Highlands life with her partner, John, and their three dogs: Annie Oakley, Diamond, and Cruiser - loyal companions frequently found beside her or out on the tracks where new ideas take shape. This page is Kate’s official home for all releases and reader updates - including adult fiction, children’s books, Whispers in Focus photography and poetry, real-life stories, and customised book projects. Expect new-release announcements, behind-the-scenes glimpses, excerpts, inspirations, and the creative journey as it unfolds. Most of Kate’s books are available free to download, because she believes Tasmanian stories should be easy to access and enjoyed whenever the moment calls. Printed copies are offered only at printing and delivery cost, so readers who love Tasmania - its landscapes, its history, and its voices - can always keep these stories close, in whichever form suits them best. Pull up a chair, tell us what you love to read, and feel free to share your thoughts as you explore Kate’s worlds. Kate Triebe | Whispers in Focus Books
