In my interview with AllAuthor, we discussed a lot of details and personal motivations that to be honest I was not completely comfortable sharing. I'm grateful for AllAuthor and their efforts to get more awareness for independent authors like me. This interview was soul searching and revealing on many levels.
In this interview with All Author, we delve into the makings of The Road to Moresco, as well as some of the key ideas. Peak into the thinking that went into the sculpting of the story, the root of fact versus fiction that wends throughout, the painstaking research, and the sleepless nights.
I met Clara in her 80’s. Her mother, Maria-Luisa, passed away almost 35 years prior, and still her emotions about her mother were raw and unresolved. I leaned into this dynamic throughout the story, from the very beginning of Clara’s life. I tried to give context to what Maria-Luisa was feeling and grappling with at the time of Clara's birth. The internal conflict she felt reflected the societal conflicts within Italy at that time, 1930s and 1940s Italy and Germany. The story weaves together the introspective conflict, societal change, world events, and inter-personal relationships. This forms the basis for the journey that is “The Road to Moresco.”
My goal with the story is to have the reader not only experience the journey of these characters, but for the reader to have their own personal journey as well. Be it the music references, or the cobblestone streets, the smell of the food, or the yelling riotous mobs, I want the reader to be immersed and walk side by side with the characters.
And some advice for aspiring authors - based on my limited experience - the one thing we need most of is patience, especially with ourself. Give yourself the grace and compassion to not be perfect. Also, have an ally in an editor who will give you solid advice and spend time with you to flush out your story like you intend it to be.
Here is the link to the full interview
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