Book: Mirabelle
Q1. Hello Ma’am, can you please introduce yourself? Readers would love to know more about you.
My name is Sandi Wilson, and I hail from a small-town north of Auckland, New Zealand. As a teenager, I was encouraged to write by my English teacher, but I didn’t take this up until in my forties. I am a Mother of three, Bonus Mother of two, a devoted Wife and also the Publisher at SparkleMoon Publishing, who produces this and other books.
Q2. What were the key challenges you faced while writing ‘Mirabelle’ book?
Time. In the midst of writing, I had to put the book on hold for around six months, due to my elderly father’s illness. But once I came back to it, it flowed amazingly quickly. The other challenge was believing I had something worth publishing.
Q3. What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
Of course, being a Christian, the Bible is first and foremost. However, most writings by Brock & Bodie Thoene have impacted me and given me a great love of history and fiction woven together.
William. P. Young, ‘The Shack’ – there was something within these pages that spoke to my soul so deeply, that I often refer back to it in challenging times.
Q4. What’s your favourite spot to visit in your own country? And what makes it so special to you?
Tutukaka, north of where we live. As a youngster, we spent many Christmas holidays up there, living in essentially a shack, with an outhouse and a small boat to use. Many days of happily playing in the sand and swimming in the ocean.
Q5. Is there lots to do before you drive in and start writing a book?
I believe that traditionally there are key things to do, but that isn’t how I write. I usually have words swirling in my head, or I will dream of a character or storyline. I know there are some who will want to outlay their plotline/storylines, but for some of us, it really is very organic and flowing.
Q6. How long did it take you to write ‘Mirabelle’ book?
Without the break in between, it took almost a year.
Q7. On what all platforms readers can find ‘Mirabelle’ book to buy?
Our website: sparklemoonpublishing.net, amazon.com, fishpond.co.nz, koorong.com, waterstones.com, bookdepository.com and others.
Q8. Tell us about the process of coming up with the book cover and the title ‘Mirabelle’?
The name Mirabelle came to me one morning when I was in my kitchen. It was that simple. The cover was something I got my brother Tony to come up with. He being a Creative Director, knows the market better than me, and with just three things I asked of him, I believe he delivered something outstanding.
Q9. When writing a book how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
I don’t write for the readers sorry! I write what I believe God gives me, and leave it at that. Having said that, I am influenced by people I meet, places I go and research that I am guided to do.
Q10. Are there any secrets from the book (that aren’t in the blurb), you can share with your readers?
There are many parts of my own story and journey, woven into the fabric of this journey. There are also very real incidents that did happen. This isn’t a journey of self-discovery as much as it is a journey into the heart of Father God.
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