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Have you noticed how the most successful people are always those who are great storytellers?
This page lists all the interviews that we have had the honour of conducting with the very many storytellers people from all over the world. Click on the title of the interview you’d like to read and you’ll be taken to the appropriate webpage.
If you would like to be interviewed, please do not hesitate to contact us at editor @ howtotellagreatstory.com
Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Be a Friend To Have a Friend - interview with Bill Wardell (14 March 2007)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: Dr. Neill Neill introduced me to Bill Wardell and his latest book, “Don’t Take Candy From Strangers” What Parents Need to Know about MySpace; I was impressed by what he wrote and decided to ask if Bill would be willing to be interviewed for this site. He agreed and it has been most informative. For those of you with children who are on the computer lots, don't miss the stories Bill tells in this interview. I have great pleasure in introducing to you Bill Wardell ... Aneeta: Bill, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Bill: The pleasure is…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Chronicles of a Storyteller - interview with Frankie Lennon (14 March 2007)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: In the last edition of my newsletter, I asked if anyone wanted to be interviewed. Frankie Lennon responded to this requesting an interview. It has been an interesting interview and without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing to you Frankie Lennon ... Aneeta: Frankie, thank you for agreeing to this interview Frankie: Thank you for asking. Aneeta: Let’s start with something about you. Tell me about where you grew up, your family background and where you live now. Frankie: I am a creative woman writes, teaches, gardens, designs and makes jewelry. Born in Knoxville, Tennessee, I graduated…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
How To Make A Storytelling Quilt - interview with Penny Halgren (11 March 2007)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: As a writer and storyteller, many times, I interview and am asked to interview writers. However, it is my belief that storytelling is something that permeates every facet of life. Therefore, when the chance came to interview a person who told her stories in the work she created, I jumped at the chance. I have great pleasure in introducing to you, Penny Halgren ... Aneeta: Penny, thank you for agreeing to this interview Penny: Thank you for asking. It’s always a pleasure to connect with people from other parts of our globe and find out how much we have…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
2 Negatives make a Positive - interview with Jennifer Hollowell (6 March 2007)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: When we were working with our publishers prior to the publication of Snapshots!, I referred to the contents of an article Jennifer wrote (she mentions it in the text of the interview). I found it helpful and have, since then, used it even in my newsletter,Great StoryTelling Network. I had sent Jennifer a request as I wanted to interview here. However, as there was no response, I did not pursue the matter. I was, therefore, delighted to receive an email from her requesting an interview. I have great pleasure in introducing to you, Jennifer Hollowell ... Aneeta: Jennifer, thank…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Writer of the Year - interview with Noël Gama (14 February 2007)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: Noël has been a subscriber to my newsletter, Great StoryTelling Network newsletter for a long time now. From time to time, I've added announcements he's made in this newsletter. When he told me about being given an award from Writer's Bureau, I thought it only natural to want to interview him. He hails from a place I've only read about but never visited, which is the Portuguese colony in India. I have great pleasure in introducing to you, Noël Gama ... Aneeta: Noël, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Noël: Hi Aneeta, this is a welcome reversal of…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Medium - interview with Robert Schwartz (14 February 2007)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: I am a subscriber to Dan Poynter's newsletter and in one of the latest editions, I saw Robert's book, Courageous Souls mentioned. I was very interested in the topic mentioned therein and I wrote to Robert to request a copy for the purposes of review. In the process I wondered whether Robert would be interested in an interview; he was and I must say, the information he has shared is very interesting indeed. Without further ado, I have great pleasure introducing to you Robert Schwartz Aneeta: Robert, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Robert: You’re welcome. Thank you…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Turkish Delight - interview Bill Blake (31 January 2007)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: I received an email from Bill about a software he thought was useful and I should consider investing in. I receive many emails like this but this one was different - Bill made it a point to tell me he was a subscriber to my newsletter and this piqued my interest. After I had a look at the software I hopped over to his site (www.blakepublishing.com)and was fascinated with the material he has posted there. I asked him if he would agree to be interviewed and he said yes. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing to…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Stygian Writings - interview with Tina Morgan (29 January 2007)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction Much to my delight, it happened again - this interview came about because a person I previously interviewed, in this case Lee Masterson, suggested I interview Tina. I contacted her and she obliged. Personally, it has been an interesting interview as Tina's been forthright about what constitutes a 'difficult writer'. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing Tina Morgan ... Aneeta: Tina, thank you for agreeing to this interview Tina: Thank you for asking me. Aneeta: Let’s start with some personal information about your. Can you please tell me where you grew up, a little about your…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Persistent Storyteller - interview Lee Masterson (18 January 2007)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: Rob Parnell suggested I contact Lee Masterson to ask if she would consider being interviewed. I must confess now that for years I wanted to interview Lee but just never got round to it. However, with Rob's recommendation, I quickly sent an email request to Lee and was most pleased she agreed. Without further ado, have great pleasure in introducing to you Lee Masterson ... Aneeta: Lee, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Lee: It’s my pleasure! I’m honoured that you asked me to participate. Aneeta: Please tell me a little about you – your background, your family,…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
5 Steps - interview with Nick Daws (29 November 2006)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: Sometime last week, I received an email from a lady I interviewed sometime ago, Ruth Barringham. She mentioned a new resource and I followed the link to one page which led to another, then another and before I knew it, I was on Nick's site. I found much of what he said of interest and asked him if he would agree to be interviewed and he agreed. It is an interesting interview and without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing to you Nick Daws ... Aneeta: Nick, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Nick: Hello, Aneeta.…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Forbes List - interview with Eric Forbes (8 January 2007)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: After I interviewed Lydia Teh, I thought it would be interesting to speak with her editor, Eric Forbes. Therefore, I plucked up the courage and sent Eric an email requesting an interview. He agreed and I'm glad for he is one of the people on my list of 'people who should be interviewed' for a long time. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing to you Eric Forbes ... Aneeta: Eric, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Eric: The pleasure is all mine, Aneeta. Aneeta: Tell me a little about your background. Where do you live?…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Midnight Man - interview with Karl Moore (7 January 2007)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: This interview is a little different in its style from my normal ones and you'll see why soon. So, without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing to you Karl Moore ... Aneeta: I’m chatting today with Karl Moore. Now Karl is an author, a developer, an entrepreneur, a self-development guru, and a whole bundle of others things. And that’s why I’m so thrilled to be speaking with him today. Hello Karl! Karl: Hello Aneeta! Great to be chatting with you! Aneeta: Firstly, rescue me from confusion. Are you Karl or Karlos? Karl: Well, it’s officially Karl. But…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Easy Writing - interview with Rob Parnell (6 January 2007)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: In one of the newsletters I subscribe to, an article written by Rob was featured. I found that article informative and went over to visit his website. I can tell you his website has even more useful information for authors. I contacted Rob and asked him if he would consent to an interview. He agreed and without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing to you Rob Parnell ... Aneeta: Rob, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Rob: It’s my pleasure, Aneeta. I feel very honored. Aneeta: Please provide us with some background information about you –…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Honk! - interview with Lydia Teh (11 December 2006)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: I met Lydia for the first time when I attended a 'Meet the Author' Session for her book, Life’s Like That - Scenes from Malaysian Life. This must have been about three years ago now. Since then, we've kept in touch and I often visit her blog. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing to you Lydia Teh ... Aneeta: Lydia, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Lydia : Thank you for allowing me to blow my trumpet. Aneeta: Let us begin, as usual, with some personal information about you. Tell me, please, where you live,…
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