About “Scarred For Life!”

1. What was your motivation for writing “Scarred For Life!”?

We all like mysteries.

2. What challenges—if any—did you have writing your story?

Knowing where we were going to take it and thinking of a twist.

3. What is your favourite line—if any—in “Scarred For Life!”?

I have my memories, some good, some not so good.

4. What do you want people to walk away with after reading “Scarred For Life!”?

A feeling of intrigue and a sense of satisfaction.

5. Is there anything else you would like to talk about regarding “Scarred For Life!” that hasn’t been asked?

The excitement of wondering where the story was going to go when we entrust it to the next writer.

Reading

1. What are you currently reading?

We love Agatha Christie.

2. Do you have a favourite book? If so, what is it?

Jill:  To Kill A Mockingbird
Narelle:  The Gentleman From Moscow
Maureen:  Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Café 

3. What is your favourite poet or author, if any?

Jill:  Stephen King
Narelle:  Agatha Christie
Maureen:  Ian Rankin

4. Do you gravitate towards reading genres outside the ones you write?

Jill:  Autobiographies
Narelle:  Historical and period
Maureen:  Travel

Writing

1. Why do you write?

It’s exciting, especially when The Muse strikes, and we enjoy the challenge.

2. What do you love about being a writer?

Issy Jinarmo has evolved because of our writing.

3. What time of the day do you write, and do you have a writing routine?

No specific time, just when the ideas come.

4. Where do you get your ideas from?

The world around us, the real and the imaginary.

5. How long does it take you to write your projects?

A couple of weeks.

6. What advice would you give to other authors/writers/poets?

Take up the challenge and enjoy the process.

7. What project(s) are you currently working on?

We are trying our hand at writing plays.