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In our last interview, author and playwright Maura Pierlot discussed launching Fragments, a play about youth mental health. Maura’s latest venture is a nonfiction picture book, What Will You Make Today? Today, we discuss what inspired her to write this book and the benefits and pitfalls of changing genre. Continue reading Maura Pierlot on the pros and cons of changing genres
In our last interview, following the success of her trilogy, Infiltrating the Ton, Sara introduced us to her second series, The Diamond Dynasty, which follows the loves and adventures of the Klonimus brothers. She has now published the second and third books in this series, In Eternal Love and In Tune With His Heart, which besides romance, offer the excitement and dangers of a treasure hunt. Let’s discuss how Sara uses the hunt to reveal more about her characters. Continue reading Sara Adrian on the thrill of writing treasure hunts
Mariam was born into expat life and has since lived in ten countries and four continents. She married a man of German/Italian heritage, and they have three multicultural and multilingual kids. An economist by training and an expert on expat life through experience, she penned This Messy Mobile Life to help fellow expats. Has this eternal expat ever thought of settling down? Read on to find out. Continue reading Mariam Ottimofiore on being an eternal expat
Donna, a teacher, has just published her debut novel, All that is Sacred, about lifelong friends who have drifted apart. The story explores the secrets that divided the group and the love that draws them back together. Join me with Donna as we discuss the fluctuations of relationships over a lifetime, her publishing journey and more. Continue reading Donna Carbone on the evolving nature of friendship
Sarah’s successful debut thriller A Voice in the Night (see our previous interview here) is being followed by an historical fiction manuscript, The Dilemma. Clearly she’s a versatile author. We discuss the differences between the genres, especially the level of research required to write a period piece. Join us to find out more about her writing process. Continue reading Sarah Hawthorn on The Dilemma
Sara has just released the second in her trilogy of historical Jewish romances. Arnold, the male lead in this story, is Sara’s favourite character. Join us as we discuss what happens when you fall in love with someone on the page, research on Georgian England and a few intricacies of the Jewish faith. Continue reading Sara Adrien on Falling in Love With Your Characters
Women’s fiction author, Lisa Darcy, has just released her ninth novel, Should You Keep a Secret? The book poses a moral dilemma about whether or not to tell a friend something shocking about her husband. It also dives into the lives of three friends, three women facing different issues. Its emotional range will take you from laughter to tears. Continue reading Lisa Darcy Asks Should You Keep a Secret?
In this year’s Christmas list, I’m sharing 15 incredible books from the authors I’ve interviewed throughout the year representing diverse talent from around the globe – Romania, Portugal, Australia, Dubai, Moldova, UK, NZ and USA. From poetry to thrillers, from romcoms to memoir, there’s something here for even the most difficult person to buy for! There’s even an adorable adventure for children. Continue reading Christmas Book List 2021
Christina’s new release, A Practice of Loss: Memoir of an Abandoning Mother, describes the death of her marriage and the abduction of her children by their father, who took them to live in the US. She describes the lengthy process of writing this story as a healing journey. Continue reading Christina Houen on the Healing Power of Writing
With a PhD in philosophy, Maura’s diverse career sees her currently as a playwright and author. She grew up in the Bronx, USA, but now resides in Canberra, Australia. Join us on this rollercoaster ride that includes falling in love with a shearer, working in real estate and creating her play-turned-book-turned-film Fragments, which shines a timely spotlight on mental health. Continue reading Maura Pierlot on Writing about Mental Health
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