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Have you noticed how the most successful people are always those who are great storytellers?
This page lists all the interviews that we have had the honour of conducting with the very many storytellers people from all over the world. Click on the title of the interview you’d like to read and you’ll be taken to the appropriate webpage.
If you would like to be interviewed, please do not hesitate to contact us at editor @ howtotellagreatstory.com
Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Tomography of a Storyteller - interview with Tom Evans (12 November 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: I was introduced to Tom's work by Debbie Jenkins. When his book, 'Blocks', was published, I requested a copy of the book and wrote a review for it. I wanted to interview Tom and asked Debbie to put us in touch. I am so glad he agreed to this interview and I hope that you'll enjoy reading his story as much as I did. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing to you, Tom Evans ... Aneeta: Tom, thank you for agreeing to the interview. Tom: and thank you Aneeta for such an erudite review of my…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Storyteller from the Skies - interview with Tim Keogh (6 October 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: Tim is someone I'm very proud to introduce to you because he's one person who bought Bill Keeth's book, Write It Self-Publish It Sell It, and learnt from it. I am sure that you will enjoy his story as much as I did. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing to you, Tim Keogh ... Aneeta: Tim, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Tim: It is my pleasure, Aneeta. Aneeta: Please tell me a little about yourself – where were you born, where did you grow up, what do you do for a living and where…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
A Diplomatic Storyteller - interview with Andrew Barber (2 October 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: My new columnist, Brenda James, brought to my attention Andrew Baber's books (see below) and I was fascinated. I was determined to interview him and made my request. He agreed and I'm glad, for the story he told in the interview below has been very entertaining to read. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing to you, Andrew Barber ... Aneeta: Andrew, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Andrew: Well it is very kind of you to offer me this opportunity – my first ever interview of this type! Aneeta: Let’s start with something about you:…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
A Malaysian Storyteller - interview with Amir Muhammad (15 September 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Credit for this photo goes to Irman Noor & Clementino Kulup Introduction: For a long time now, I've wanted to interview Amir. However, if truth be known, I never had guts to ask him. So, when Tan May Lee offered to refer this matter to him, I jumped at the chance. I've enjoyed reading his answers and am sure you will too. Therefore, without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing to you, Amir Muhammad ... Aneeta: Amir, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Amir: Wassup, bitch? Aneeta: Let’s start with a little information about you. Where were…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Precise Storytellers - interview with David Bowman (25 August 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: Some time ago, I signed up to receive a free copy of part of David's latest ebook. I was very fascinated by what he said and took a closer look at his site. I was impressed and wrote to ask if he'd like to be interviewed. I'm glad he did and, therefore, without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing to you, David Bowman ... Aneeta: David, thank you for agreeing to this interview. David: Thanks for the opportunity. Aneeta: Let’s start with a little information about you. Can you please tell me where you were born, what…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Storyteller's Themes - interview with Marien Tillet (25 August 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: Here's the introduction presented to me about Marien: Dance, contemporary puppeteering and music dot nourish his storytelling. Winner of the Audience award at the 2000 Chevilly-Larue Storytelling Awards, he has been part of the practical research laboratory in storytelling since its creation in 2003. On top of carrying out his shows at unconventional venues (dam basins, libraries at night, prisons, hospitals), he organises festivals, open stage evenings and directs storytelling workshops linked to three main themes: improvisation, the body, music. Marien tells in French and English. His work can be found at www.compagnieducercle.fr/marientillet.html (in French). Without further ado, I…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Stone Storyteller - interview with Bill Liao (31 January 2010)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: Last year, Debbie Jenkis introduced me to Bill Liao's work. When his book was published and I was looking for people to interview, she suggested I contact Bill and I am very happy I did. His work in interesting, as you will no doubt discover from what you read below. Therefore, without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing to you, Bill Liao ... Aneeta: Bill, thank you very much for agreeing to this interview. Bill: You are most welcome Aneeta, thank you for having me. Aneeta: Let’s start with a little about you – where were you…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Allways Storyteller - interview with Ruth Kirkpatrick (3 August 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: Ruth is also involved in the upcoming Singapore International Storytelling Festival. I was asked if I would like to interview a few of the storytellers and I agreed. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing you to Ruth Kirkpatrick ... Aneeta: Ruth, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Ruth: My pleasure. I’m thrilled that the media in your part of the world is so interested in Storytelling. Aneeta: Let’s start with you. Please tell me a little of your story – where were you born, where did you grow up, what do you do for a…
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Pots and Pans - interview with Valentina Ortiz (3 August 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: Valentina is involved in the upcoming Singapore International Storytelling Festival. I was asked if I would like to interview a few of the storytellers and I agreed. Valentina has an interesting approach to storytelling; you'll have to read the interview to find out what it is. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing you to Valentina Ortiz ... Aneeta: Valentina, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Let’s start with you. Please tell me a little of your story – where were you born, where did you grow up, what do you do for a living and…
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Wednesday, 05 December 2012 16:56
Many Voices of a Storyteller - interview with Sue Alvarez (30 July 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: Sue sent me a copy of the newsletter from the Australian Guild of Storytellers some time ago. I was very impressed with the layout and contents. I wrote to her to ask if she would like to be interviewed. She agreed and I'm glad. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing you to Sue Alvarez ... Aneeta: Sue, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Sue: Thank YOU Aneeta, for giving me this opportunity to feature in your excellent newsletter. Aneeta: Let’s start with you. Please tell me a little of your story – where were you…
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Dragon of a Storyteller - interview with Randel McGee (30 July 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: People from the organising team of the Singapore International Storytelling Festival asked if I would interview some of their storytellers. I agreed and I'm glad I did. This is the first interview with some of the storytellers. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing you to Randell McGee ... Aneeta: Randel, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Randel: I appreciate this opportunity to share with you and your readers! Aneeta: Let’s start with you. Please tell me a little of your story – where were you born, where did you grow up, what do you do…
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Dreaming Storyteller - interview with Bronwen Winter Phoenix (25 June 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: After the interview with June Austin was published, she suggested I contact Bronwen. I am glad she made the suggestion and I'm even happier I followed up on it. It is not just her name that's interesting, her story is equally interesting. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing you to Bronwen Winter Phoenix ... Aneeta: Bronwen, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Bronwen: Well thank you for asking me! I’m always looking for new ways to promote my books and you have a great website – it’s always good to encourage others to get into…
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Two Sides - interview with June Austin (13 June 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
Introduction: Again, Nadine Laman introduced me to June Austin and her work. I visited June's website and when I read about the subject matter of her book, I know I wanted to interview her. Without further ado, I have great pleasure in introducing you to June Austin ... Aneeta: June, thank you for agreeing to this interview. June: Thank you for asking me! It nice to talk to you and hopefully your readers will find what I have to say interesting. Aneeta: Let’s start with something about you. Tell me, please, where were you born, where did you grow up,…
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Cootspal - interview with Karen Treanor (26 May 2009)
Written by Aneeta Sundararaj
In Karen's words: Here's a picture taken recently when I was in London. The place is Gough Square, site of Dr Samuel Johnson's house, which has been restored and runs as a small museum about that great man of words and letters, the father of the first real dictionary in the English language. The statue depicts one of Dr Johnson's cats, Hodge, remembered for his fondness for oysters. There is a bronze oyster shell on the plinth by his feet, and people--especially writers--often put a shiny coin in it for luck. Introduction Rita Toews wrote to me to me last…
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