My name
is Donna Scaglione author D'Maria Scaglione. I was born in West Babylon
New York on July 4, 1952 - I was brought up in North Babylon New York and also
Titusville Florida. I consider Titusville, Florida, my hometown.
What
was it that first got you into writing and when did you start writing?
It
started with drawing as a young child. I used to make up my own comic books.
Plus, I loved words and read constantly as a child. My passion started at the age
of six.
Jack
London, Hemmingway, Shakespeare. Books
as: Heidi, Catcher in the Rye, Alas Babylon, The World
According to Garp, Comic Books (heros) - Walt Disney Productions. So many
more to think of or name.
I write
stories of hope, love and overcoming life's obstacles. Most are children's
books, yet I also write poetry, Fantasy and play with other genres as a hobby.
I just
finished a sensual, psychological thriller. It's a novella.
I write
something every day. I can put in as little as 15 minutes (rarely) to five
hours. Depends on health and what else one needs to do.
EVERYTHING.
It's passion, fun, creative - I enjoy the characters and learning - also love
meeting other authors.
Knowing
who the good agents and publishers are. Who to trust. It is fun... but a tough
business.
What’s the best piece of feedback that you’ve had from
your audience?
That my work was admired... the five star ratings and for all to say "Keep Writing"! What a rush!
Do you write for a particular audience, or is your
first priority to satisfy your own creativity?
I love writing for kids and those who have lost hope or feel sad. I want people to use the best of their potential. We all have gifts to offer the world. Of course, I love to create! My imagination is endless too!
Do
you have a homepage? Do you have any short stories or poems published online?
(If so, please provide the URLs):
http://enlightenedangel.bravehost.com
www.shoutlife.com/dmariascaglione
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