Wild Joy: Donna Cameron's Literary Path
What’s an eco-thriller and what does Tim Winton have to do with this week’s author’s latest book, THE REWILDING?
Find out in the latest episode of Writes4Women with host Pamela Cook and novelist Donna Cameron. Donna shares her journey from playwright to novelist, the deep character psychology, the crucial role of hope, and the joys of writing that keep her going.
Tune in for her thought-provoking insights and heartwarming humour!
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview
02:33 Transition from Playwriting to Novel Writing
06:26 The Journey of 'Beneath the Mother Tree'
10:26 Challenges in Getting Published
15:01 The Inspiration Behind 'The Rewilding'
26:09 Struggles with Flashbacks
26:44 Importance of Opening Pages
30:02 The Whoosh of Inspiration
33:55 Climate Change Themes
39:26 Challenges and Joys of Writing
47:52 Community and Hope
49:41 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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This episode produced by Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.