The Ambassador of JOY, Barry Shore, introduces You to the woman who teaches how to use writing to overcome any of Life’s difficulties. Maria began writing a journal to maintain her sanity and reclaim her sense of self during a troubled family life. Listen carefully as she articulates how she moved from the personal perspective to a more universal perspective. This is a very touching episode and will have You in touch with Your true empathetic self. Barry is glad to bring You such a profoundly personal and moving experience. Definitely worth Your time to Listen and Share.

Show Notes:

• 10:38 – Barry’s Rousing Introduction
• 24:45 – The dominant theme of her book Suburban Souls
• 42:27 – Maria shares the core message of her novel
• 45:09 – How Maria usually writes her novels
• 49:46 – Barry’s Interesting wrap-up