Stories - Heartlines

“I wanted to ‘start’ somewhere, stop just talking about it and actually accomplish something.”

“Writing is made to be read and shared in the community. Reading aloud is my secret – now not so secret – editing tool.”

“I want to make art gratuitously and unapologetically for myself and for people like me – that’s what inspires me and keeps me going.”

“I come from a family of great storytellers, and looking back, storytelling always seems to have been my main drive, whether through writing, music, or acting.”

“I am so intensely passionate about bringing culturally diverse stories to life, mixing scripture, mythology, fantasy, folk tale, modern concepts/ideas about life and love and much more to reflect my state of mind and opinions about the world.”

“Find friends and community to share your creative practice with. Writing doesn’t need to be a solitary experience, and I find the trope of the lone genius kind of dull.”

“It’s been a joy to come and write in an environment that is both calming and inspiring. To be surrounded by people who celebrate creativity and all have different skill sets has helped me think outside the box.”

“I love writing poems at the Bibra lake Wetlands, with nature all around us.”

“I am passionate about children’s literacy because reading and writing has opened the world for me.”