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Relatable Voices : A Drive To Make People Smile
This anthology is a collection of short stories designed to make the reader smile.
Inspired by the resilience the world has shown during the pandemic, Lucia Matuonto wanted to add some positivity, a little light distraction from all the doom and gloom, so she invited authors from all around the world to share their words.
Fourteen unique voices, adding their short stories to this new anthology.
The RELATABLE VOICES anthology is an exciting collaboration, featuring dIverse tales of classic misunderstandings, uplifting love stories and much more.
Inspired by the resilience the world has shown during the pandemic, Lucia Matuonto wanted to add some positivity, a little light distraction from all the doom and gloom, so she invited authors from all around the world to share their words.
Fourteen unique voices, adding their short stories to this new anthology.
The RELATABLE VOICES anthology is an exciting collaboration, featuring dIverse tales of classic misunderstandings, uplifting love stories and much more.
Kindle Edition
Published September 7, 2022
About the author
Lucia Matuonto
21 books10 followersLucia Matuonto is an entrepreneur, award-winning author, and podcaster. She serves as the Editor-in-Chief of The Relatable Voice magazine and is the host of The RV Book Fair, an annual event that celebrates authors and their books.
Lucia is the author of Peaceful Valley, Out of the Box, and the Zoe the Crab series, which promotes inclusion and diversity for children. She also hosts Uncut with Lucia on WorldAuthors.org, a web series that allows readers to connect with the authors behind their favorite books.
Having lived in six different countries, Lucia is passionate about travel and connecting with people around the globe. Her podcasts, The Relatable Voice and Catch the Story!, are her platforms for sharing stories and experiences with a worldwide audience.
https://www.relatable-media.com/
Lucia is the author of Peaceful Valley, Out of the Box, and the Zoe the Crab series, which promotes inclusion and diversity for children. She also hosts Uncut with Lucia on WorldAuthors.org, a web series that allows readers to connect with the authors behind their favorite books.
Having lived in six different countries, Lucia is passionate about travel and connecting with people around the globe. Her podcasts, The Relatable Voice and Catch the Story!, are her platforms for sharing stories and experiences with a worldwide audience.
https://www.relatable-media.com/
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April 24, 2026
Relatable Voices feels exactly like its title promises—a collection that meets you where you are. The concept of a “drive to make people smile” isn’t just a tagline; it runs through the entire book like a quiet, steady heartbeat. Each voice adds something different, yet together they create a sense of shared humanity that’s comforting and real.
What stands out most is the diversity of perspectives. The contributors don’t try to be perfect or overly polished—they’re honest. That honesty makes the stories feel accessible, whether they’re reflecting on personal growth, challenges, or simple everyday moments. You get the sense that these are real people speaking, not distant authors.
The structure also works well. Short, engaging pieces make it easy to read in bursts, but there’s enough depth to leave you thinking after each section. It’s the kind of book you can pick up when you need encouragement, a reminder that you’re not alone, or just something uplifting.
If there’s a critique, it’s that some readers may wish for deeper exploration in certain stories—just when you get drawn in, a piece might end sooner than expected. But that also adds to the charm: it keeps the pace light and inviting.
Overall, Relatable Voices is warm, sincere, and encouraging. It’s not trying to overwhelm you—it’s simply trying to connect.
What stands out most is the diversity of perspectives. The contributors don’t try to be perfect or overly polished—they’re honest. That honesty makes the stories feel accessible, whether they’re reflecting on personal growth, challenges, or simple everyday moments. You get the sense that these are real people speaking, not distant authors.
The structure also works well. Short, engaging pieces make it easy to read in bursts, but there’s enough depth to leave you thinking after each section. It’s the kind of book you can pick up when you need encouragement, a reminder that you’re not alone, or just something uplifting.
If there’s a critique, it’s that some readers may wish for deeper exploration in certain stories—just when you get drawn in, a piece might end sooner than expected. But that also adds to the charm: it keeps the pace light and inviting.
Overall, Relatable Voices is warm, sincere, and encouraging. It’s not trying to overwhelm you—it’s simply trying to connect.
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