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Interview: Lisa See On The Joy Of Writing And “Dreams Of Joy”

13 Nov

Lisa SeeBy Pamela Burke

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Best-selling novelist Lisa See has been fascinated with Chinese culture and female friendship ever since she published her first book “On Gold Mountain” in 1995.   This “Los Angeles treasure,” as she’s been called, is now the author of seven popular novels with the release this year of “Dreams of Joy.”

“…write 1,000 words a day and one charming note.   I now say that to anyone who will listen.”    Lisa See

Lisa See "Dreams of Joy"

When “Snow Flower and the Secret Fan,” a master work that has been translated into 38 languages,  made its way to the silver screen, our reviewer Sue Podbielski praised its seldom portrayed theme of women’s loyalty and friendship.

We were delighted when we could talk to Lisa on “The Women’s Eye Radio Show” and hear more about how she “cuts to the bone” when she writes.  She’s working on yet another novel, but she took time out to talk to us about the love she has for her craft.  Here is Stacey Gualandi’s interview… Continue reading