Thursday, August 24, 2023

Issue:

Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Putting Together The Pieces

On a mission of making a difference in the lives of victims of domestic violence and disadvantaged people in our society, Jules Thompson, founder of Broken Ballerina Inc. is partway to putting together her own pieces.

Describing herself as having been that broken ballerina, Jules turned her trauma into triumph, taking hands that once inflicted damage upon her and turning her own hands into a welcoming refuge for those in our society fleeing domestic violence abuse.

At the Broken Ballerina Ball held last weekend, Jules unveiled her long awaited autobiography with a stunning one-off handmade copy presented to her by her book editor, Miki Ponting-Boyd, which was auctioned for charity.

Thanks to the generosity of the Lamb family, the copy sold for an incredible $3,000, which will help countless people in their time of need.

Jules is hosting her book launch at Mt Pleasant Shopping Centre on the centre stage on November 11 and 12 from 10am until 2pm. A percentage of sales will be donated back to Broken Ballerina Inc.

1 Image: Jules Thompson’s handmade autobiography was auctioned at the Broken Ballerina Ball for $3,000. Pictured are Jules’ husband Pete Thompson, winning bidder Max Lamb Snr, Max Lamb Jnr, Jules Thompson, Kim Tower, and book editor Miki Ponting-Boyd

2 Image: A great time was had at the Broken Ballerina Ball, hosted by Jay and Dave from Triple M, which embraced an 80’s theme

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