- Please introduce yourself so that the readers will get to know you better.
A1. I am Moriah Sam. I am a wife and mother of three children. Besides writing, I enjoy trying out new recipes in the kitchen, spending time with family, and enjoying the outdoors.
- What is your inspiration behind your book “The Little Curry Leaf Tree”?
A2. My husband’s family immigrated from India to the United States of America. Since joining the family, I have enjoyed learning about the culture of India. I wanted to write a book that would highlight the rich culture and the wonderful closeness shared by the family.
- When did you realize you want to be an author?
A3. When I was pregnant with my first child, I wanted to write books for my children that would teach them valuable lessons about family and the world around them.
- Please tell us something about your book “The Little Curry Leaf Tree”?
A4. “The Little Curry Leaf Tree” is a heartwarming children’s book celebrating an old couple’s love for their distant family and the power of compassion to positively impact the lives of others facing a sad or difficult time. When the plants in Appachan and Ammachi’s garden notice that they are sad and missing their children and grandchildren, they do what they can to make their caretakers happy again.
- For which age group is your book “The Little Curry Leaf Tree” suitable for?
A5. Young eager readers from Preschool to Early Elementary
- What is your favorite Quote?
A6. My favorite quote from my new book is “Even though the weather was cheery, the little curry leaf tree noticed that Appachan and Ammachi were both downcast and solemn”, It shows children that we should be aware of others and how they are feeling. Caring and trying to cheer up our family and friends is a wonderful value I hope to inspire.
- What do you like the most about your country?
A7 I am very thankful to live in the United States of America. I have opportunities and freedoms that I wouldn’t have anywhere else.
- What suggestion do you want to give to parents of little readers regarding a reading habit?
A8. Choose books of varying subjects for your kids to inspire a desire to learn and have a wonderful imagination.
- What does literary success look like to you?
A9. I want to see my book being enjoyed by many families around the world.
- Lastly, who is your inspiration in life and why?
A10. My husband and children are a huge inspiration to me in my writing. They encourage me and support me in every aspect of my writing process. My children are my biggest fans of my book.
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