It’s funny how you can trace back your entire creative journey to one special moment. Let’s set the scene. I’m about six, it’s the early 80’s and I’m still young enough to be free and confident (hadn’t been at school too long). The Muppet show was a huge hit in our house and each week… Continue reading Thank you Miss Piggy
Category: Susie Sotiropoulos
Echoes of My Childhood
I grew up on a farm on the outskirts of a small country town in the late 70’s and early 80’s. Our house, built around 1900 was in stark contrast to the bold interior decoration. The orange and green patterned wallpaper and black vinyl couches with bright floral cushions still burn in my retina. The… Continue reading Echoes of My Childhood
Midnight Raider
When I first started The midnight Raider, I thought it was going to be a light hearted, story. A playful portrayal of the nocturnal adventures of a mouse raiding a house. But true to form, I always find myself writing with a social message. As I wrote, the idea of the house belonging to an… Continue reading Midnight Raider
My Books…how it began
As a parent I reveled in the wonder of my children’s early years. A time of exploration, imaginative play and learning, all happening within the secure umbrella of quality time and my unconditional love for them. They each radiated their own unique personas with a glint in their eyes and the knowledge of love in… Continue reading My Books…how it began