One week away from my presentation at the Miami Book Fair
International and I’m itching to go.
This speech will be more emotional than anything I’ve ever
done. Yes, I’ve spoken to large groups before. Usually the focus is journalism,
social media or tips on writing. This time it’ll be personal.
It’s been difficult to talk openly about why I chose the
themes in my novel Mute. There are
things in my life that I couldn’t talk about for many years. I couldn’t bear
even thinking about them. Yet, they fueled the emotions in my writing.
No more secrets. I’m telling my story.
Join me at the Miami Book Fair and I’ll tell you how this
science fiction murder mystery is a metaphor for my life. Why was the mute girl
who needs saving? What is the symbolism behind animals infected with purple
tumors?
