Interview with Ira Alice
Author of The Sunny Adventure
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How would you describe <The Sunny Adventure> to a new reader?
- This is a story that must teach you not only how to be a true friend, but also it teaches you what it means love, courage, kindness.
What was the inspiration behind <The Sunny Adventure> ?
- It was a photoshoot with a fox. When I take this cute animal I was so excited... and I decided to write a fairy tale about her.
Which authors do you admire? How have they influenced your writing style?
- I love the book "Charlotte's Web" written by E.B. White. It inspires me all the time.
Also, I am admired by the writing of Beatrix Potter.
Can you tell us a little about the locations in your book?
- That is the autumn forest with enormous trees, a pond, a river, a hill, a cabbage field...
What advice would you give to aspiring authors?
- Never give up. To write, write, write...
Which character in <The Sunny Adventure> has had the greatest impact on readers?
- I think it is a frog. Because he did a lot for his new friend, helped in different situations, was with a fox until the end of the journey.
If <The Sunny Adventure> were to be adapted for TV or film, who would you see in the lead role? Who did you have in your mind’s eye when you wrote him/her?
- This is a funny question. No doubts, it should be a great cartoon from The Walt Disney company.
How have readers responded to <The Sunny Adventure>?
- Most of them liked the story, of course. But someone does not. But it is okay, you cannot please everyone. I have learned my mistakes and now I understand how to improve my writing skills. That's an invaluable lesson for me. Writing is always searching for something new, new experiences.
Where next? What are you working on now?
- I am working on new stories for children. My next book will be also about animals, the main character is a hare.
