Juliet Sampson has
always had a love of stories from a very young age. Story time at the library,
live theatre and her parents reading to her are all fond memories from her
childhood.
Now
at the age of 33, she lives in Melbourne near the bay where she is surrounded
by family and friends. Juliet’s
other passions are travelling, dancing and doing voluntary work for charity.
Please visit www.julietmsampson.com for
more information about her.
Welcome Juliet!
About
your education.
At
school, in my spare time, I would write short stories and poems and in my final
year, I enjoyed working on the school magazine committee.
At
university I undertook a double degree in Bachelor of Primary Teaching and
Bachelor of Arts (Psychology). These degrees allowed me to pursue many of my
passions such as children’s literature, dance and psychology.
What
career did you plan during your education days?
Having
developed a love for literature, I embraced a career in education. This allowed
me to share my love of reading, writing and storytelling with the next
generation.
Teaching
children about letters and sounds in the early years was an area I thoroughly
enjoyed but this was not enough. I wanted my words and voice to reach a larger
audience. I dreamed of making a difference in many more peoples’ lives and
connecting with others all around the world. So by becoming an author and
writing books, I was able to do this.
Which of your work has been published so far?
My
genre is contemporary realism. In 2008, I decided to reduce my teaching hours
and commit to writing my first young adult novel, Behind the Mask, which was published in 2011 by
Brolga Publishing.
In 2013, my second young adult novel, Bon Voyage! was published. On my writing
journey, I have been fortunate to undertake Bryce Courtenay’s and Fiona
McIntosh’s Master Classes. This has further inspired me to follow my dreams and
keep writing.
What are your forthcoming writings?
Currently
I am in the process of editing my third young adult novel with themes of
mystery, adventure, dance and romance.
I
am also happy to be taking part in a project/book that involves giving a little
inspiration and hope to others facing challenges.
As
well as this, I am working on a picture book.
What
is your biggest source of inspiration in your life?
Inspiration
comes from everywhere.
I
am inspired by nature such as the caterpillar transforming into a butterfly or
a seed growing into a beautiful sunflower.
Volunteers
who help others through raising money for worthwhile causes such as protecting
children from violence, also inspire me. To me, these people are the real role
models in today’s society.
My
parents, family and friends also inspire me. These are the people who support
and encourage me to follow my dreams.
Some quickies:
Sun or Moon,
Sun
Laughter
or Smiles,
Smiles
Morning
or Evening,
Evening
Coffee
or Tea,
Coffee
Mountain
or Sea,
Sea
Long Drive or Short Drive,
Long
Drive
Silence
or Conversation,
Conversation
Water
or Fire,
Water
Air
or Earth,
Earth
Mars
or Jupiter,
Jupiter
Tulip
or Rose,
Rose
Red
or Blue,
Blue
Left
or Right,
Right
Glance
or Stare
Glance
State
your signature line
Let
you light shine from the inside out.
Best
quote
No
act of kindness however small is ever wasted. (Aesop)
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Bon
Voyage!
Behind
the Mask
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