Here's what she had to say about writer's block:
"As of the moment I don't have it. Probably because I'm so inspired. Even now, you attended this, despite of APEC traffic you're here with me. That gives me the most inspiration. I had that writer's block when I was young. It's the lack of experience. When you try to push yourself to the limit, that you haven't experienced (writer's block happens). I write from my heart. Some people rely on technique of outline, but I don't. Once I stick to it (outline), I can't go out of my realm. You have to be able to get out of your skill."
"As of the moment I don't have it. Probably because I'm so inspired. Even now, you attended this, despite of APEC traffic you're here with me. That gives me the most inspiration. I had that writer's block when I was young. It's the lack of experience. When you try to push yourself to the limit, that you haven't experienced (writer's block happens). I write from my heart. Some people rely on technique of outline, but I don't. Once I stick to it (outline), I can't go out of my realm. You have to be able to get out of your skill."
Her protagonist in the story is inspired by Filipinos abroad
"Nelly's a very strong woman; a combination, conglomeration of Filipinos I've met along the way, in different countries. Although they're working for someone, they're still every intelligent. They're doctors, nurses, lawyers, etc."
"Nelly's a very strong woman; a combination, conglomeration of Filipinos I've met along the way, in different countries. Although they're working for someone, they're still every intelligent. They're doctors, nurses, lawyers, etc."
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| Our group pic |
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| That's me with Virginia Close (the author) |
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| Snack from Book and Borders Cafe More about Virginia Close: Virginia Close is a writer and poet of Filipino descent living in Cairns, Australia. Now in her 50s, she is taking time rediscovering her first love-writing with a particular interest in mystery, drama, love, relationships and discovering oneself. Virginia's writings also bring the insightful perspective of a migrant in Australia. |
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