Author Interview with Barbara Ann Briggs

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Author Bio:
Barbara Ann Briggs is a poet, podcaster, and the author of two books. She is also a certified Consciousness Advisor. She has over twenty years’ experience as a freelance journalist and has had numerous articles and essays published in both print and online media. A practitioner and teacher of Transcendental Meditation for over thirty years, Barbara hosts a bi-monthly podcast called Essence of Life which has a rapidly growing audience. She also has a YouTube channel called: LivingWisdom-Barbara Briggs. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in philosophy from New York University and a Master’s Degree in curriculum development from Maharishi International University. She was on the faculty of Maharishi University of Natural Law in England where she developed courses on poetry as well as on art, creativity, and consciousness. The Facebook page for her debut novel, Pilgrimage on the Path of Love, has garnered 2,500 likes. Barbara was born in Manhattan, New York. Her mother came from Vienna, Austria, and her father from New Orleans. Needless to say, she loves music! Barbara, who currently lives in India, has travelled widely and considers herself a “citizen of the universe.”

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Timestamps
00:15 Introduction
1:06 What is your book about?
1:44 What inspired you to write your book?
2:52 Who is your book for?
4:04 How long have you been writing? What made you really sit down and write your book?
5:32 What is your schedule like when you are writing?
6:56 What do you need in your writing space to help you stay focused?
7:56 Do you have a favorite writing snack or drink?
8:40 What type of books do you personally enjoy reading?
9:36 Are there any books or authors that inspired you to become an author?
10:48 What books did you grow up reading?
11:36 Now as an adult do you have any favorite authors or series?
12:40 Do you have any advice for someone just starting to read again?
13:56 What sort of advice do you have for those looking to write their own book?
15:16 What is one thing people are generally surprised to find out about you?
16:36 Any additional comments?
18:08 Where is the best place for readers to connect with you?

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