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Latin literature, Titus Maccius Plautus
Plautus’s success in playwriting Written by Anya Tretyakova – contributor to Answers From With no less than twenty extant plays attributed to the Roman playwright, Titus Maccius Plautus, his work remains the earliest surviving example of Latin literature, as well as one of its biggest bodies of work (Arnott). Born circa 254 BC in the northern Italian region of Umbria and moving to Rome at an early age, Plautus came from humble beginnings, to be recognised by contemporary … Read entire article »
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Two, controversial, French writers
Written by Anya Tretyakova – contributor to Answers From Molière (Jean-Baptiste Poquelin) & Pierre-Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais Molière and Beaumarchais fell prey to much controversy, criticism and condemnation during their lifetimes, regardless of this, they also enjoyed widespread popularity. Often compared for their satirical approach to class hierarchy, witty social and political commentary, as well as secular inclination, Beaumarchais and his compatriot predecessor, Molière, are two incredibly influential French playwrights, both in their time and in the contemporary … Read entire article »
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Feeling smarter yet?
I asked my friend: “When I feel stupid what could I do?” Her answer was loud and clear! WHEN YOU FEEL STUPID, READ THIS! You’ll feel much better after this…. and then read it again; you’ll begin to think you’re a genius. (On September 17, 1994, Alabama’s Heather Whitestone was selected as Miss America 1995.) Question: If you could live forever, would you and why? Answer: “I would not live forever, because we should not live forever, because if we were supposed … Read entire article »
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Thank you for nomination, Madeline Sloane!
For Week 18th of ‘THE NEXT BIG THING’ BLOG HOP Special thanks to Eri Nelson for asking me to participate. Big thanks to Madeline Sloane who nominated me for week 18th. Below you will be able to learn a little about myself, my latest work and the authors who will follow me in week 19th. Their interviews due to be published on 31st of October. Be sure to check them all out ! Q: What is the working title of your book? Actually, the … Read entire article »
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A new digital book which is a part of an International project
PRESS RELEASE Everyone has their own path but every path is a journey which encompasses all. Australia, October 21st from Julia Sophistique Pty Ltd – “Never before were we blessed with the opportunity to sign and publish a young and talented International author” – said the Director of the Australian publishing company, Elena Ornig. “His Fictional Novelette My Soul’s Labyrinth is an encompassing journey. In the spiral dance of life, full of twists and turns, his heroine … Read entire article »
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How to write a book as a professional writer?
Achieving the title of becoming a published author now is far more reachable than no one had ever dreamed of just a couple of decades ago. Many writers have thrown themselves into the vortex of self-publishing industry, but as usual, only a few have achieved the desirable recognition and satisfactory pay cheques. Determination and honest, hard work plus the risk of committed capital are not aspects I would like to focus on. All writers are trying … Read entire article »
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Luigi Pirandello and Woody Allen remain important contributors to their respective mediums.
Answers from Anya Tretyakova. The notion that theatre and film share many similarities, is not a new one. Both are their own ‘stage’ for the trials and tribulations of the characters that inhabit them. Either medium affords the creator a great depth of exploration into the human character; what it means to be a person in any given place or time, but more importantly, what it means to be at all. Two such ‘creators’ or authors … Read entire article »
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Go, explore, live and uncover the hidden secrets that are all around you.
The opportunity I had to explore my own back yard of Queensland State. The First Part of This Story. The Second Part of This Story. The Third Part of This Story. We turned onto the Obi Obi Road and right to the Delicia Rd accidentally, but sometimes small mistakes can bring a big surprise and there it was, The Lilyponds Community Park that has a huge flying-fox, and guess what we all went to fly. It felt great, regardless … Read entire article »
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Mooloolaba, Eumundi Markets, Montville, Flaxton and Maleny.
We made a decision to comeback to see the little towns the next day. The First Part of This Story The Second Part of This Story The Last Part of This Story After a fast check in, a little confusion of who wants to sleep on which bed, we finally all felt tired and hungry. Going to a restaurant was out of the question and the untouched lunch in the esky was a real saviour. However, we soon decided … Read entire article »
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The Answers About the Sunshine Coast, Australia
The “SECRETS ON THE LAKE” The answers from Elena Ornig (READ THE BEGINNING FIRST) Right in front of us was a huge open floating deck surrounded by the magnificent panorama of Lake Baroon. The deck incorporates the Secrets Café and Bar on the left, just two steps further is the entrance into the art gallery, but before you enter into the world of art you can make a wish in front of the “Tree of Dreams”. Walk to the … Read entire article »
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The Secrets Are All Around You.
Visit and explore the Sunshine Coast (Queensland, Australia). The answers about the Sunshine Coast from personal experience. This is the beginning of the long story… What can be better than to take a couple of days, jump in the car with couple of friends and explore your own regional area along the coast and into the hinterland? Particularly if you, like me, live in one of the most beautiful places on Earth where nature’s pristine playground is all … Read entire article »
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Answering about “The Queen of The Castle”
What is behind “The Queen of The Castle”? “Being born is like being kidnapped-and then sold into slavery.” What would be your reaction to this Shakespearian quote? I wonder, because when I read it, at very young age, I just laughed. Honestly, I thought it was a joke. But, after meeting many people for whom that was their way of everyday life, I felt ashamed. This is a tragic reality and significant problem for a mankind. It’s … Read entire article »
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Overview of Australian copyrights protection with few significant rules inside publishing industry for the Australian authors.
Answers from Publisher The real number of the authors in Australia can be only estimated approximately. So far, the figure is between 5,000 -10,000 authors that are considered to be fully employed or employed as a part-time. However, the authors now becoming the publishers by adding numbers of the authors quite significantly. Go figure it out! Internet puts everything in different perspective for the publishing industry as a whole. Regardless to many changes, every country is trying … Read entire article »
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Writing and Reading Legitimate Comment or Spam.
May 9th, 2012 | 1 Comment
Insidious spammers and their effort. NOTE! Since this article was published I had received 10,069 spams and the number is still growing! On average, I am receiving around 250 spams per week on my blog Answers From and websites: www.authorsinterviews.biz , www.motherofblogs.com , www.hotdigitalbooks.com . Regardless to my headace that spammers are creating for me – I have to admit that they are quite crafty with words paraphrasing. I collected a handful of the innocent looking comments from my … Read entire article »
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