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barbara newman's avatar

Wonderful interview with Carol. She is a treasure of a writer and human being. Our debut novels came out around the same time— she was a huge support! I’m excited for her next book! Thank you, for this Sunday morning read!

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Sarah McCraw Crow's avatar

Thanks for the good words, Barbara! I agree! And my debut novel came out in 2020 too—that’s how I got to know Carol!

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barbara newman's avatar

Oh, I will find it!!! And I love your interviews!

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Sarah McCraw Crow's avatar

Thank you, that’s great to hear! And I just found yours!

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Carol VanDenHende's avatar

aww thank you, Barbara, you're a treasure too!

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Amy Makechnie's avatar

Wonderful interview. How we use our time based on our best "why" is golden. AND, YOUR GARDEN. I'm swooning.

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Sarah McCraw Crow's avatar

Thanks, Amy! Yes, such a good reminder! And thanks for the good words re the garden! Now I just have to find some time to get out there and do all the September garden tasks!

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Jill Witty's avatar

Jumping worms sound terrible! Your gardens remind me of a B&B we stayed at in Doolin, Ireland last year. They're beautiful! I've just started reading "A Small Sacrifice for an Enormous Happiness," a collection of short stories by Jai Chakrabarti, a teacher in my MFA program.

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Sarah McCraw Crow's avatar

Thank you, Jill, that’s high praise and I’ll take it! I love your story collection’s title—haven’t read this one; will add to the TBR list.

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Kris Verdeck's avatar

Thank you for introducing me to this author...and love the photos of your gardens!

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Sarah McCraw Crow's avatar

Thank you, Kris! Some days, I’m tempted to write about nothing but gardens….

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Carol VanDenHende's avatar

Sarah, thanks for interviewing me. I love your encouragement for anyone pursuing a dream to gain inspiration from midlife authors!

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Sarah McCraw Crow's avatar

Thank YOU, Carol! I appreciate your wise words for writers!

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