Ask the Author: Arielle Miller
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Arielle Miller
I certainly have! My previous professional writing experience was in educational publishing - textbooks, course books, online courses, teachers’ manuals, etc. I’ve also written children’s books, short stories and poetry… not sure what I’ll tackle next!
Arielle Miller
I'm not sure I have a favorite director... as for my favorite movie, there are actually two which come to mind - very different from one another, but each as close to my heart as the other: Amadeus and Lost in Translation.
Each tells a complicated and heartbreaking story that just feels so real, so relatable, even when in spectacular circumstances; each has a fully realized vision of beauty and love, in many ways in the non-traditional sense!
Each tells a complicated and heartbreaking story that just feels so real, so relatable, even when in spectacular circumstances; each has a fully realized vision of beauty and love, in many ways in the non-traditional sense!
Arielle Miller
Hello! No, I have not read it. Should I? What about the book drew you in specifically? :)
Arielle Miller
Hi Angela! My favorite book of all time is Red Azalea by Anchee Min! It is the most beautifully crafted and touching story I have ever come across... highly recommend it!
I'm not sure I could name just ONE favorite author though... I love Haruki Murakami, Audrey Niffenegger, Leonard Cohen, Kurt Vonnegut, Diana Gabaldon...
There are just so many wonderful authors and books out there, don't you think?? :)
I'm not sure I could name just ONE favorite author though... I love Haruki Murakami, Audrey Niffenegger, Leonard Cohen, Kurt Vonnegut, Diana Gabaldon...
There are just so many wonderful authors and books out there, don't you think?? :)
Arielle Miller
Hello Adegbola! Well that's a long answer, but I'll try to fit it in here tidily! :)
I have always been an educator (as a childminder, elementary school teacher and college instructor) and writer. However, historically, I have written and edited textbooks and abridged versions of the classics, online educational content and teacher's manuals - that sort of thing.
I've also written a series of children's books - just for my kids, not for publication, and I've trained and worked as a birth and postpartum doula for a brief, but very meaningful time.
Then, after some devastating incidents in my life - including the loss of my father, covid, divorce and spinal surgery - and finding my way through them, stronger and happier than ever, I was inspired to share my personal story via memoir.
Just as being a teacher, working with children and supporting families through their birthing journeys helped me to support, educated and connect with interesting humans... publishing my memoir was a beautiful and meaningful way for me to connect with all kinds likeminded - or very much not-likeminded - people around the world.
It was also a way for me to bring awareness to the struggle, pain and confusion of being a single parent, learning to heal while also needing to move forward, possibly hindered by a case of "fractured identity," as they attempt to reconcile their true inner desires with the demands of society, their friends and family, and their deep-seated expectations of themselves.
I hope that answers your question as to how this project came about and how my career has zigzagged over the years... though always, it seems now in hindsight, towards a very clear goal.
I have always been an educator (as a childminder, elementary school teacher and college instructor) and writer. However, historically, I have written and edited textbooks and abridged versions of the classics, online educational content and teacher's manuals - that sort of thing.
I've also written a series of children's books - just for my kids, not for publication, and I've trained and worked as a birth and postpartum doula for a brief, but very meaningful time.
Then, after some devastating incidents in my life - including the loss of my father, covid, divorce and spinal surgery - and finding my way through them, stronger and happier than ever, I was inspired to share my personal story via memoir.
Just as being a teacher, working with children and supporting families through their birthing journeys helped me to support, educated and connect with interesting humans... publishing my memoir was a beautiful and meaningful way for me to connect with all kinds likeminded - or very much not-likeminded - people around the world.
It was also a way for me to bring awareness to the struggle, pain and confusion of being a single parent, learning to heal while also needing to move forward, possibly hindered by a case of "fractured identity," as they attempt to reconcile their true inner desires with the demands of society, their friends and family, and their deep-seated expectations of themselves.
I hope that answers your question as to how this project came about and how my career has zigzagged over the years... though always, it seems now in hindsight, towards a very clear goal.
Arielle Miller
Certainly not any of the men in my book! lol
Probably Jamie Fraser from Outlander! :)
Probably Jamie Fraser from Outlander! :)
Arielle Miller
Hello Adegbola! Thank you so much for your message! Have you read the book, or are you judging by the description? If you have read it, I would be so grateful if were to show your further support by writing a review or even just rating the book!
You can also check out more about me and my life, journey and experiences:
Instagram: @fm_a_memoir
Blog: fckmeamemoir.blogspot.com
:)
You can also check out more about me and my life, journey and experiences:
Instagram: @fm_a_memoir
Blog: fckmeamemoir.blogspot.com
:)
Arielle Miller
Indeed, I am! I have around eight chapters drafted out, several others roughly sketched, and an outline for the entire book, which will include 28-30 chapters total. Stay tuned! :)
Arielle Miller
Hello! So great to connect with you - and so many other readers and authors - here!!
My favorite thing about being an author is opening up difficult conversations and providing a safe, non-judgmental space for others to learn about, think about and hopefully discuss those possibly taboo or otherwise difficult topics with friends, family - or me!
Of course, I also just love the written word, and it's thrilling to publicly contribute my experiences, stories and opinions to the world! :)
My favorite thing about being an author is opening up difficult conversations and providing a safe, non-judgmental space for others to learn about, think about and hopefully discuss those possibly taboo or otherwise difficult topics with friends, family - or me!
Of course, I also just love the written word, and it's thrilling to publicly contribute my experiences, stories and opinions to the world! :)
Arielle Miller
Haha - maybe read the blog? It’s probably not what you think… I just released a post-divorce dating memoir and the blog talks about my biggest fears publishing something of such a personal nature 🤗
I was an English major at Berkeley and got a degree in Education at TAU.
Looking to connect with writers and readers here… Hope you feel interested in the same!
I was an English major at Berkeley and got a degree in Education at TAU.
Looking to connect with writers and readers here… Hope you feel interested in the same!
Arielle Miller
One of Haruki Murakami's surreal worlds...
Arielle Miller
Don't have a summer reading list set yet... lol... but I definitely have a bunch of books on my 'Want to read' list in general - check it out!
Arielle Miller
How I decided to leave my friends, family and the entertainment industry behind at 23 years old and move abroad on my own...
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