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Céleste Perrino-Walker Well, right now I'm reading Down the Garden Path (Beverly Nichols), and if I like it as much when I'm done as I do now, I'll probably read the rest of that series and check out some of his other garden-themed books. I'm also looking forward to reading The Beach Street Knitting Society and Yarn Club, but I haven't started it yet. And also I got a copy of Emma Brown, the unfinished novel Charlotte Bronte started and Clare Boylan finished. And then at some point, I want to finish up the Poldark series. I burned out on The Loving Cup and haven't had the interest to finish. And I'd kind of like to see if I can listen to the audio version of Jan Karon's Mitford series. It's been awhile. I can gobble up more books if I listen to some of them while my hands are busy making fiber art. :) That's all I've got lined up right now.
Céleste Perrino-Walker Well, I'm a Christian author so my ultimate goal in writing, art, or life is to leave behind a spiritual legacy rather than a materialistic one. If I can demonstrate the love of God to hurting people; if I can offer the comfort of God to grieving people; if I can share the salvation of God with seeking people then I'll be more than happy with the legacy I leave behind because ultimately, what I'll leave behind is hope for a better future. And that's a legacy anyone can leave behind whether they are a writer, an artist, or a plumber.
Céleste Perrino-Walker What an awesome question!! The greatest mystery in my life actually happens to be the plot of every book I write. There is no greater mystery than how God can change lives and empower people to live selflessly, putting others first and being kind and loving to all. Me, especially. Not that every day is a win, but it *could* be. In my books, I try to show what that mystery looks like when it's lived out in flesh and blood. Hopefully I succeed. Thanks for your question!
Céleste Perrino-Walker That's a tough questions, but I'd have to say Winston Graham's Ross and Demelza Poldark because he drew them so realistically. They didn't always agree with each other and their marriage wasn't always a bed of roses. They both made bad choices, choices that could have ruined their marriage. But instead of giving up on each other, they worked through their problems and their love for each other was the stronger for it. I admire them for that.
Céleste Perrino-Walker The best way I've found to deal with writer's block is to go for a walk. I think getting some oxygen to the brain is always a good thing. I often review a tricky place in my writing while I'm walking and brainstorm possible outcomes or scenarios. Usually, by the time I'm back home, I've worked out what to do. If I'm being really smart, I'll bring a notebook with me so I can jot things down because I'm one of those writers who has to capture the writing as it forms in my head. Otherwise it's gone, and I can't get it back. The other thing that often works with writer's block is to go live life for awhile. If you want to write, you've got to fill the well.

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