'The Big Dead Dry' is a murder mystery drama comedy romantic novel set in a small fictional town in South Australia.
Portia was born and raised in Melbourne, Victoria, to Estonian parents who migrated to Australia after World War II. She has worked in the retail, telecommunications and real estate sectors. Always wanting to be a writer, over the years, she has edited and written articles and reviews for various university student newspapers and independent publications.
She currently lives with her son in the picturesque Gilbert Valley region, South Australia, nestled between the wine-growing regions of the Barossa and Clare Valleys.
In her spare time, Portia is busy working away on her next book projects, which will include the sequel to her debut novel The Big Dead Dry."
Her book is available from 50 booksellers worldwide, including Barnes & Noble, Target.com, amazon.com and Rahva Raamat