Patrick Liptak Author
About Patrick Liptak
Patrick Liptak, the author of 'This Place is Cactus', crafts fiction that explores belonging and the quiet ways people find their place in the world. He carefully shapes characters who feel real and familiar, navigating emotion and the fragile ties that connect us, inviting readers to reflect inward and see the story in their own way, just as a viewer brings their own perspective to a painting.
Painting by author and submitted in 2018 to the portrait painting competition in London, formerly known as the BP Portrait Award. It is hosted at the National Portrait Gallery and is now officially called the Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award.
Reader Reviews
Readers share their thoughts on Patrick Liptak's compelling work, 'This Place is Cactus'.
"Patrick Liptak has nailed it. This Place is Cactus is a wonderful read for surfers and non-surfers alike. It will not be out of place on your shelf next to William Finnegan's Barbarian Days and Tim Winton's Breath."
Peter Strain, Executive Chair, Tracks Media
"Patrick Liptak is following the tradition of lawyers who turn their hand to fiction writing. And he succeeds. You feel the surf, the vast landscape, the freedom but with the uncertainty of the early adult years."
Greg Barnes SC
"A vivid and compelling Australian coming of age novel that captures the spirit of surfing, friendship and the timeless search for belonging."
Sean Jacobs, Published Writer
"Fascinating and combining mystery, the unexpected and looking into one's soul."
Marie Shaw KC
"Flow with the energy, the mystery and the magic of Cactus and the Great Australian Bight."
Peter Owen, Past Recipient of the South Australian of the Year for the Environment