Exploring the Dynamic Writing World of Victoria Williamson & Unveiling Eerie Exhibits
In this episode of 'Coven of Curiosities', Cyndi welcomes award-winning author and educator Victoria Williamson from Glasgow, Scotland. Victoria shares her diverse teaching experiences across China, Cameroon, and Malawi, which have significantly influenced her perspectives on education and storytelling.
She discusses her transition from being a primary school special needs teacher in the UK to a full-time writer, creating contemporary middle-aged young adult fiction, science fiction, and fantasy. Her charitable contributions through her debut novel, 'The Fox Girl and the White Gazelle', and her support for the Scottish Refugee Council are highlighted, alongside her venture into archaeological digs and her passion for crochet.
The conversation delves into various books authored by Victoria, touching on themes of friendship, fantasy, and social justice, as well as her experience writing eerie adult novellas including 'The Haunting Sense of Poppies and 'Eerie Exhibits'. The episode concludes with Victoria reading a passage from 'Eerie Exhibits' and sharing her future literary aspirations.
00:00 Welcome to Coven of Curiosities
00:31 Introducing Victoria Williamson
03:10 Victoria's Teaching Journey
04:21 Challenges in Special Needs Education
08:52 Writing as Therapy
10:22 Archaeological Adventures
13:58 Crocheting and Creativity
16:05 Victoria's Books and Inspirations
21:41 Discussing 'The Haunting Sense of Poppies'
22:34 Writing During COVID: Inspiration and Challenges
24:49 From Short Story to Novella
25:02 The Joy of Writing Short Stories
26:30 Exploring 'Where the Sidewalk Ends'
27:56 Diving into the Paranormal
28:50 Introducing 'Eerie Exhibits'
34:29 Reading a Passage from 'Eerie Exhibits'
39:45 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts
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You can find out more about Victoria's books, school visits, and upcoming events on her
Children’s Book Website: www.strangelymagical.com
Adult Book Website: www.silverthistlepress.com
Adult Book Instagram: @silverthistlepress
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Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/StrangelyMagical
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