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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
The African Chronicles - interview with Patrick Gorham Lanfia Toure (23 May 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: For some time now, I've been receiving emails from Patrick. I visited his site many times but never asked if he'd like to be interviewed ... until now. It has been very interesting reading his story. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing you to Patrick Gorham Lanfia Toure... Aneeta: Patrick, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Let’s start with you. Tell me a little about where you were born, where you grew up, what do you do for a living and where do you live now? Patrick: I do tech support for Time Inc. I…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
The Bully Book Storyteller - interview with Rita Toews (13 May 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: After I completed the interview with Nadine Laman, she suggested I contact Rita. Her exact comments were as follows: She writes a number of genre, but what really got my attention was her series for children and parents (and teachers) about bullying. With that in mind, I visited Rita's site and was impressed with her work. I have really enjoyed reading about Rita's books and I'm sure, you will too. So, without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing you to Rita Toews ... Aneeta: Rita, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Rita: My pleasure! It’s always…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Wondermental Rights - interview with Chandrika (7 May 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: Some two weeks ago, I received a long email from Chandrika. She explained her work and the moment I read the words 'Adi Sankara' and 'The Life of Krishna' I knew I wanted to interview her. I was a little worried she would back out from the interview and I am so glad she did not. I am sure that, like me, you'll be as fascinated reading all she has to say. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing you to Chandrika ... Aneeta: Chandrika, I am very happy you wrote to me and agreed to this…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Middle of a Sentence - interview with Nadine Laman (1 May 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: I was introduced to Nadine's work by Frederiko Aguilar. I hopped over to Nadine's website and one of the things which caught my attention was the energy that seemed to emanate from her words. Her story, when I finally read it, is really inspiring and I hope you will enjoy it as much as I did. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing you to Nadine Laman ... Aneeta: Nadine, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Nadine: Oh, it is my pleasure, Aneeta. Thank you for inviting me. This is the first interview since the third…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Storyteller of the Skies - interview with Elmo Jayawardena (8 February 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: Late last year, I met Elmo at a LitBlogger session organised by MPH bookstores. Since then, we've struck up a friendship and I've been reading his books. What I realised about Elmo is that he has a deep love for his country and this comes through in his writing. Last week, I asked him if he'd like to be interviewed and he agreed. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing you to Elmo Jayawardena ... Aneeta: Elmo, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Elmo: It is my pleasure, anytime to work with you Aneeta: Let’s start…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Fundraising Storyteller - interview with Yvonne Foong (7 February 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: Last week at 'Readings' (a local get-together of people interested in the Arts), I got a chance to meet a person I have been wanting to for years. I first heard about Yvonne when she started her campaign to raise money to undergo surgery in the US. I have been following her progress via her website and her story has been an inspiration. Each time I listen to and read about her story, I feel humbled and my problems certainly pale in comparison. I am deeply honoured to have been given this chance to interview her and I hope…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Sapporo Storytelling - interview with George Polley (23 March 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: George wrote to me about a week ago saying he'd like to be interviewed. When he told me he'd moved from America to Japan to live, I was pretty sure he'd be a person with an interesting story to tell. I was not wrong and I hope that, like me, you'll find his story interesting. Without further ado, have great pleasure in introducing you to George Polley ... Aneeta: George, thank you for writing to me. George: Thank you for responding, Aneeta. Aneeta: Let’s start with something personal – where were you born? Where did you grow up? What…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Golf Storytelling - interview with Frank Landrey (23 March 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction Frank wrote to me soon after the last newsletter was published. He asked to be interviewed and I agreed. I hope that, like me, you'll find his story interesting. Without further ado, have great pleasure in introducing you to Frank Landrey ... Aneeta: Frank, thank you for writing to me last week. Frank: First...Aneeta..Let me give you a Big AWAGA Thank You...for this interview time today. It is always a privilege to speak to a person who understands the business of writing books and telling of stories. These are stories which must be told either as non-fiction or as…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Desert Storytelling - interview with Frederiko Aguilar (16 March 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction Tan May Lee recommended I contact Frediriko and ask him if he'd like to be interviewed. When I looked at his website, I was keen to know his story and I contacted him. He agreed to the interview and without further ado, have great pleasure in introducing you to Frederiko Aguilar ... Aneeta: Thank you, Frederiko, for agreeing to this interview. Frederiko: Thank you, Aneeta. Isn’t the internet great? We can communicate with one another while we are separated with half the world between us. Aneeta: Let’s start with something about you: where were you born and where did…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Storytelling Interrupted - interview with Bob Grant (13 March 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: I received an email about a week ago from Bob inviting me to participate in his project. I hopped over to his website and found such a wealth of information that I just had to ask Bob if he'd agree to be interviewed. He did. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing you to Bob Grant ... Thank you for the invitation for this interview – something about me includes the fact that I am 63 - been married for 41 years - been a school teacher, in the Army duringViet Nam, a corporate flunky, and a…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Storytelling in the Bush - interview with Adeline Loh (5 March 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: When Tan May Lee asked me if I would be willing to interview Adeline Loh, I had just finished reading an interview published in the local newspaper about Adeline. I was more than happy to do this interview and I'm glad I made the effort. I'm sure you'll agree with me that Adeline is very funny as you read her story. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing you to Adeline Loh ... Aneeta: Adeline, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Adeline: Thank you for your interest in my book, Aneeta. I’m delighted to participate in…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Brain-picking Storyteller - interview with Tan May Lee (3 March 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: I met May Lee some time ago and since then, I've been periodically asking her if she'd like to be interviewed. The answer, finally, was yes. Not only is she an editor in MPH, she has now become a published writer. Her story is interesting and without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing you to Tan May Lee... I met May Lee some time ago and since then, I've been periodically asking her if she'd like to be interviewed. The answer, finally, was yes. Not only is she an editor in MPH, she has now become a…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Festive Storyteller - interview with Dr. Christina J. John (18 February 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: When I sent out the last newsletter, I asked my subscribers to write to me if they would like be interviewed. Christina was one person who wrote to me and I'm very pleased she did. Her story is inspiring for any storyteller. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing you to Dr. Christina J. John ... Aneeta: Christina, thank you for writing to me first. Christina: Oh, thank you for interviewing me. I was just so pleased to find your website. Aneeta: Christina, you know, having trained and practised as a lawyer, I am always interested in…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Portobello Storyteller - interview with Carolena Sabah and Tadeh Daschi (15 January 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: About a month ago, Carolena wrote to tell me about her newest project. Intrigued, I hopped over to her site and knew, immediately, i wanted to interview her. As per her suggestion, I also agreed to interview Tadeh Daschi. They have both told such fascinating tales about their lives and the journey to make their project a success. I have no doubt you will enjoy reading their story. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing you to Carolena Sabah and Tadeh Daschi ... Aneeta: Carolena, I’m delighted that you contacted me to request an interview. Added to…
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