Reader Comments on My Radio Interview with Giovanni Gelati

Carolyn writes:

That was some interview Giovanni Gelati  had with you! Thanks so much for providing it for us. I surely learned a lot about your writing life, your "inner life" as you face new opportunities and challenges, the history of your writing, and Isabella's work.

If I hadn't listened to that YouTube piece on your daily schedule, I'd wonder too when you have time to sleep! Considering the extremely high quality of your books, I am absolutely amazed that you aim for two books a year. But I thank the Lord you do!

Your devotion to and passion for your writing are amazing–and a clear indication of the strong focus our great God has given you and maintained the past 20 years. May the era of short stories for you take a very long time in coming!

Whereas Gelati was talking in generalities, you weren't content to answer in kind. You graciously gave him and us so much detail–about that which he brought up and that which he didn't. That to me is a strong characteristic of your books. There is nothing superficial about that which you write. When I've finished one of your novels, I feel I've been to a feast–because you've GIVEN SO MUCH of your experience, your talent, and your heart!

Readers, please note, you can still hear Giovanni Gelati's webcast.

Dear Carolyn,

It is rare these days that interviewers move away from the standard questions and delve more deeply. Giovanni certainly did that, and as a result made his interview into something I truly enjoyed and appreciated. Glad it struck a chord with you as well.