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Have you ever wondered how mythological Furies could captivate the imagination in a modern-day thriller? Join me, Diana Dirkby, as I unravel the exhilarating journey behind my newly published book, "Three Kidnapped, Three Siblings, Three Furies." This gripping tale explores the mysterious disappearance of three teens from different families in the quaint town of Vraboro, where myth and reality intertwine in the most chilling ways. Not only will you get a glimpse of this heart-pounding narrative, but you'll also discover how it reflects my personal belief that mental health diagnoses do not solely define individuals. This episode offers a sneak peek into the creative process and highlights how my experiences with schizophrenia have informed my work without confining it.

As you tune in, you'll learn about the various formats of my book, from the accessible Kindle edition to the anticipated audiobook and screenplay adaptations. Each format promises a unique experience, whether you're a multitasker at heart or someone who cherishes the tactile feel of a paperback. And don't miss out on my previous work, "The Overlife, a Tale of Schizophrenia," now available as an engaging audiobook. Embark on this inspiring journey with me as I aim to blend creativity with mental wellness, proving that diverse talents can flourish beyond mental illness labels.

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Pastime With Good Company by King Henry VIII, played by The Chestnut Brass Company 

Pastime With Good Company, composed by King Henry VIII, played by The Chestnut Brass Company

Episode Transcript

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Hello, my name is Diana Dirkby and I live with paranoid
schizophrenia.
You are listening to my podcastSchizophrenia as I Live It.
" I have some great news today.
My new book, "hree Kidnapped,three Siblings, three Furies,
under my pen name, diana Dirkby,is now published as a Kindle

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book.
It's a steal at $4.99, and youcan have it for free if you have
enough credits.
The paperback is also availablefor $20 from amazon.
com, and a hardback version willfollow soon.
Further down the line, we'll dothe audiobook and the screenplay

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versions.
Before deciding on a moreexpensive option, you may first
like to try the Kindle bookbecause it's only $4.
99 and after you read it, youcan judge if you want to go for
one of these other versions aswell.
Remember that these differingoptions bring new features to
each version.
For example, the audiobooks arenot narrated by me.

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They bring the manuscriptverbally to life and provide the
independent voice of thenarrator.
Also, you can do other thingswhile you listen, which may be
attractive for someone who likesto move when they listen or who
thrives on multitasking.
The screenplay brings us theviewpoint of the screenwriter,

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who rewrites the book for thisgenre, which includes visuals
and music.
The already available paperbackis ideal for someone who wants
to switch off and enjoy apersonal relationship between
themselves and a book that isnot plugged in.
I claim that this second bookalso fits into the theme of this

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podcast "Schizophrenia as ILive it, since it shows I can be
engaged in many activities thathave nothing to do with my
mental illness.
I am not defined by mydiagnosis.
Back to the Kindle version orany other electronic version of
the book.
It is the cheapest and mostconvenient option.

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You can easily take it with youand it costs less than most
snacks on the go.
The best place to get news ofmy books "The Overlife, a Tale
of Schizophrenia, and ThreeKidnapped, three Siblings, three
Furies, and the associatedblogs and podcasts is my new
website, dianaderkbywritescom,and my Instagram,

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dianadirkby__writings.
My previous websites are nowobsolete.
The best way to navigate amazonto reach my books is by
searching for them by theirtitle or by my pen name.
Diana Dirkby.
"Three Kidnapped, three Siblings, three Furies explores three

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families that go from prosperousto secure or to just scraping
by.
However, as judged by theresidents of their town, vrabara
, they are all good familieswhose members are kind to each
other.
The town of Vrayboro is shakento its roots when one teen from

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each of the three families goesmissing, with no apparent clue
relevant to their disappearance.
No one can think of any reasonexcept kidnappings for financial
ransom, which is onlyapplicable to the richest of the
three families.
So we have a thriller.
Three teens have disappeared.

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Why?
Where are they?
What will bring them back?
Then we have a horror scenarioas amputated parts of the teens
are delivered to their parents,parts that the kidnappers want
returned after a few days.
What can be done to stop theparents' nightmare?
?
?

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dThe final ransom note provides a
portal to the kidnappers.
They identify themselves as thethree Furies from the Greek
myths, who, in particular, oftenpunish for sins committed
within families.
But the kidnapped teens are notasking for?
are asked to make detailedconfessions of the conditions
within their family.

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.
local For Catholic priest, andIsabel Morse, an online classics
on professor specialising in .
The, are asked to supervise theconfessions.
Isabel Morse lives withschizophrenia, but her symptoms
are under control, showing thata mentally ill person can adopt
many roles independent of theirillness.
Now I have given away enoughspoilers.
The book is also a good story,like the Overlife.
Writing a fiction book with astrong purpose is a great goal,
but it should alsotell a good story.
What next in my life wasschizophrenia.
The Overlife, a Tale ofSchizophrenia, is also available
in audiobook.
New Available Year in audiobook,for example
, it's $17.46 or $0 with credits.
On the app Audible, thebrilliant Wendy Moorman narrates
it.
I am excited to share that.
Amazon encouraged me to makethe Overlife into a screenplay,
which is turning out to be amost fulfilling adventure and a

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great way to experience the book.
As I mentioned, I have similarplans for Three Kidnapped, three
Siblings, three Furies.
During 2025, I will alsohomeschool myself to increase my
efficacy on social media.
I will also begin a new fictionbook project and write some

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poems.
Nothing more to say right now.
It's now the end of December2024, and the next time I speak
to you will be after the newyear.
So happy new year and thanksfor listening.