A selection of interviews from 2010
2010 Interviews and Profiles
A selection of interviews from 2010
When you’re tired, focus on your form
I have always loved to swim. Some of my earliest memories are of swimming in the pool at my parents' home in Rustenburg as a child. It felt like I was always in the water, polly-otter and all, even when it was cold outside in the way it can get on the highveld. If my… Continue reading When you’re tired, focus on your form
Small talk at the park
One of the joys of being a writer is going out into public and sitting quietly, hoping to slowly fade into the surroundings and become invisible so that I can eavesdrop on people. I love hearing the way people talk, the small snippets of conversation that give you a glimpse of whole characters, and whole… Continue reading Small talk at the park
It’s me, hi…
Wow. I just had a look at my blog and it's an actual YEAR since I last wrote something here. Last year I became a mother and tried to juggle going back to work at three months postpartum alongside writing. [Aside: I tried without success to use my paltry e-bucks to win the lottery so… Continue reading It’s me, hi…
The Pressure to Produce – some thoughts on capitalism and creativity
Buy Adulting 101 now! Most creatives will tell you that the pressure to produce, to create, has both benefits and drawbacks. A little bit of creative pressure can squeeze out the best of your creative juices like a well rolled toothpaste tube. For me, a deadline or a competition is something that can drive me… Continue reading The Pressure to Produce – some thoughts on capitalism and creativity
Book Festivals Galore – HOORAY!
Buy Adulting 101 now! Hello everyone out there in this wild and ever-changing world! I hope you are all holding tight to your hearts and staying sane and warm (in the Southern Hemisphere) and cool (up North). Adulting update: I'm a mom now, send treats! How life has changed in the last few months! I… Continue reading Book Festivals Galore – HOORAY!
