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The Takeover: from poetry to prose with Christine Shamista
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In this episode of the Book Deal Podcast, Natasha Rai hosts Christine Shamista, a poet of Sri Lankan Tamil ancestry living in Sydney. Christine shares her journey to publishing her debut poetry collection, 'Soft Side of Red,' released in November 2023 by Gazebo Books. She discusses the unexpected path her collection took, the importance of feedback, and her ongoing efforts in writing fiction novels. Christine also delves into the challenges of the writing and publication process, offering insights on how she navigates disappointment, maintains her passion for storytelling, and manages the business aspects of being an author.
00:00 Introduction to the Book Deal Podcast
00:39 Meet Christine Shamista: Poet and Writer
01:41 Christine's Poetry Journey
06:30 The Path to Publication
08:34 Navigating the Writing Process
17:08 Balancing Business and Creativity
21:58 The Challenge of Receiving Feedback
23:02 Introducing Lisa Torreno and Her Novel
23:46 The Journey of Prince of Fortune
24:28 The Importance of Traditional Publishing
25:36 Overcoming Writing Challenges
26:53 The Joy of Storytelling
31:51 Managing Disappointment and Perseverance
35:23 Knowing When to Submit Your Work
39:29 Final Tips for Aspiring Writers
42:47 Conclusion and Farewell
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