About Nikkie Maud Nikkie Maud is an Australian author whose writing spans poetry, short fiction, and long-form narrative. Her work explores the rhythms of everyday life, relationships, and the landscapes that shape us — told with a voice that is precise, evocative, and distinctly her own. Through Keystrokes by MAUD, Nikkie publishes independently, bringing her books directly to readers who love thoughtful, character-driven Australian literature.