Katrina Germein is a well-loved children’s best selling author and early childhood teacher. She has received Highly Commended and Notable Book Commendation awards in the Prime Minister’s Literary Awards and from the Children’s Book Council of Australia. Three of her books have also featured on the popular children’s programme, Play School. Some of her titles […]
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When did you first know you wanted to be an author?
When my ego told me. My first book Big Rain Coming was published more than ten years ago but I’ve only started to think of myself as an author more recently. I began writing stories without a plan. I just wrote whatever was in my head and I still do. It turns out my head is mainly full of stories for children. Of course once you have a book with your name on the cover you want another one, and then another, until eventually you grow quite fond of the idea of being an author!
What makes you passionate about writing?
I’m not special. I’m like most writers and simply write because when I don’t I get cranky. I think everyone needs a creative outlet to be truly happy. Writing is mine and I’m glad that I’m lucky enough to know exactly what it is that brings me peace.
What was your road to publication like?
I had a bit of a dream run at first but then things got a lot tougher. I’ve writtenabout some my experiences on my blog. Here http://www.katrinagermein.com/blog/picture-books-publication-part-1/ and and here http://www.katrinagermein.com/blog/picture-books-publication-part-2/ . I’m fortunate now to have an agent. It makes the whole process less painful.
Tell us about your books.
Because I write about my own experience my work is very Australian. It’s not something I try to specifically to do but my stories naturally reflect my own world. My books revolve around the characters’ relationships with eac
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By: Renee Taprell,
on 9/26/2011
Blog: Books for Little Hands (Login to Add to MyJacketFlap)
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When did you first know you wanted to be an author?
When my ego told me. My first book Big Rain Coming was published more than ten years ago but I’ve only started to think of myself as an author more recently. I began writing stories without a plan. I just wrote whatever was in my head and I still do. It turns out my head is mainly full of stories for children. Of course once you have a book with your name on the cover you want another one, and then another, until eventually you grow quite fond of the idea of being an author!
What makes you passionate about writing?
I’m not special. I’m like most writers and simply write because when I don’t I get cranky. I think everyone needs a creative outlet to be truly happy. Writing is mine and I’m glad that I’m lucky enough to know exactly what it is that brings me peace.
What was your road to publication like?
I had a bit of a dream run at first but then things got a lot tougher. I’ve writtenabout some my experiences on my blog. Here http://www.katrinagermein.com/blog/picture-books-publication-part-1/ and and here http://www.katrinagermein.com/blog/picture-books-publication-part-2/ . I’m fortunate now to have an agent. It makes the whole process less painful.
Because I write about my own experience my work is very Australian. It’s not something I try to specifically to do but my stories naturally reflect my own world. My books revolve around the characters’ relationships with eac
6 Comments on Interview with Author Katrina Germein, last added: 9/29/2011
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Renee thanks for this post. Katrina is a talented, compassionate author. Love her pbs. A handy insight and lovely interview.
Thanks Dimity. Katrina is a very inspiring and talented children's author.
You must read Katrina's blog about her journey to publication. There are two parts to read. I'm going to visit again now to learn more!
I love hearing about how authors go about their picture books. And I can't wait to read Somebody's House. :-)
Hi Rebecca,
Thank you for your comment and visiting my blog.
Katrina very kindly shared her writing journey. It is fascinating to learn how each author makes it into publication.
Thanks everyone for the kind words. And thank you Renee for hosting me on your site :)
Thank you Katrina! It's been great learning more about you and your well loved picture books.
Congratulations also on your new picture book coming out soon, Somebody's House. I can't wait to get my hands on a copy.