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84: The Therapy Suite with Gavin J - Episode 84
84: The Therapy Suite with Gavin J - Episode 84
84: The Therapy Suite with Gavin J - Episode 84
Friday 27th December 2024
Gavin J chats with children's author Kirsty Louise Garbutt about her journey from redundancy to writing beloved children's books.
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Get the buttons here!From Redundancy to Magic: Kirsty Louise Garbutt's Journey as a Children's Author
Episode Overview
- Kirsty Louise Garbutt turned redundancy into an opportunity to write children's books.
- 'Santa's Lost Buttons' was inspired by her own childhood experience.
- Writing for children involves careful language selection and engaging illustrations.
- Kirsty has exciting future projects, including 'The Hullabazoodle'.
- Balancing a writing career with family life requires significant sacrifices.
The pandemic has got a lot to answer for. A lot of bad, but some good.
In this episode of The Therapy Suite, Gavin J chats with children's author Kirsty Louise Garbutt, affectionately known as Mrs. Christmas. Kirsty shares her inspiring journey from redundancy during the pandemic to becoming a beloved children's author. You'll hear about her first book, 'Santa's Lost Buttons', and how it was inspired by a magical childhood memory of meeting Santa Claus.
Kirsty also discusses the challenges and joys of writing for children, including the careful selection of language and the importance of illustrations. She reveals her future projects, including 'The Hullabazoodle', a whimsical tale set in 1872 London. Kirsty's passion for storytelling shines through as she talks about her aspirations for her books to become cherished childhood classics.
This episode is a heartwarming listen, perfect for anyone interested in children's literature or looking for an uplifting story of turning adversity into opportunity. Tune in to hear more about Kirsty's enchanting world and her dedication to spreading magic through her writing.