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Waiting Eyes on the Road is an emotionally charged exploration of a woman’s journey through success, love, and self-realization. Where did the idea for this novel come from and how did it develop over time?
After publishing several books on societal and political issues, I decided to write a novel about pure love. As many writers know, the writing process can be unpredictable. My characters took on a life of their own, guiding me through their journey in Waiting Eyes on the Road. I found myself fully immersed in their story, crying, celebrating, laughing, and rejoicing with them from beginning to end.
Was there anything from your own life that you put into the characters in your novel?
This story is entirely fictional, but it draws from my personal experiences as a parent and the emotional ups and downs I’ve encountered in life. These influences helped shape the narrative and inform the characters’ journeys.
What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?
In my story, I crafted characters and challenged them through love tests, exploring how each perceives love uniquely. Beyond romance, I explored the complex of political and social issues affecting my high-class, affluent characters.
Dissimilar to the common assumption that only low-income and middle-class individuals face difficulties, my narrative delves into the hidden problems of the upper class, revealing their distinct struggles.
What is the next book that you are working on and when will it be available?
I’m thrilled to announce that my crime mystery book, ‘Daylon’, will be hitting the market soon! Stay tuned for updates.
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Waiting Eyes On The Road
Waiting Eyes on the Road is an emotionally charged exploration of a woman’s journey through success, love, and self-realization. The writing feels intimate and raw, which adds depth to Selina’s emotional journey. The writing really excels at capturing the vulnerability of relationships, especially in moments of tension between Selina and her loved ones. Sam Smith has crafted a story that feels both personal and universal, with moments that will make readers pause and reflect on their own lives. If you enjoy character-driven stories that delve into the challenges of balancing ambition with the messiness of personal relationships, this book is for you.
Pages: 480 | ASIN : B0CV351ZNY
Ignored and Hidden Societal Issues
Listen to Shoes is a blend of reality and imagination, addressing societal issues that are often ignored and overlooked. What was the inspiration for the original and fascinating idea at the center of the book?
After a series changes in my life, I started to experience new challenges which I have never thought I might be faced with. Since I, personally, was witness to those realities, it inspired me to write a book combined with imagination about ignored and hidden societal issues.
What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?
Negligence, ignorance, pre-judgment, effects of economical recession, political effects, hidden pressures on low income, the elderly, and minorities.
What is one thing that people point out after reading your book that surprises you?
Relate it to romance, specific race, gender.
What is the next book you are working on, and when will that be published?
After three books in a row writing about hidden challenges that most minorities are facing every day, I decided to write a fantasy romance that talks about love and its hidden issues. Something is different in this book compared to my previous books; it is a story of minorities in high class citizens, opposite to low or mid class, which most people believe they have absolutely no issue or are faced with any challenges. I am working on it, and I think will be published before New Year’s.
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Listen to Shoes
Listen to Shoes by Sam Smith is a delightful and thought-provoking read that delves into the intricacies of our daily lives and the challenges we face. Through a skillful blend of reality and imagination, it shines a light on often-overlooked social issues, all while maintaining an impartial stance towards various lifestyles. This concise yet engaging narrative offers readers a captivating glimpse into the universal experiences of anxiety, sadness, and frustration in our everyday existence. With its unique narrative style, the book captivates and enlightens, offering a fresh perspective on our complex world.
Listen to Shoes presents an intriguing and distinct narrative that tackles social issues, making it a compelling read, albeit one that may spark discussions. The book employs a simple yet unconventional writing style that stands out for its originality. The protagonist’s unusual habit of conversing with shoes and passing judgments based on footwear choices adds an intriguing layer to the story, leaving readers with unanswered questions that pique their curiosity and drive them to keep reading. The story’s brevity ensures it can be devoured quickly and appeals to a wide range of readers. Smith addresses critical social themes, such as the influence of wealth and the snap judgments people make based on seemingly trivial details like shoes. It underscores how the perceptions of others impact our lives but ultimately argues that these judgments should not erode our self-esteem.
Listen to Shoes stands out as a beacon of impartiality and insight in a world marked by division and bias. It encourages readers to transcend their individual viewpoints and adopt a broader understanding of the world’s challenges. Whether you seek an engaging story or a deeper comprehension of the world around you, this book promises to deliver both in abundance.
Pages: 70 | ASIN : B0C1NT85MR
I Put My Soul And Thought In The Book
Can We Talk? tells your story about moving to Canada, the struggle your family faced from the move, and strained relationships with each other. Why was this an important book for you to write?
I moved to Canada 21 years ago with my husband and our two daughters, just like other immigrants first we faced with “no Canadian experience no job, no job no Canadian experience” for years, we didn’t have any option except downgrade ourselves from senior project manger before immigration to sitting in coop courses and doing voluntary jobs.
In the meanwhile our two daughters went through many challenges as newcomers and new students, we were very fortunate they could adopt and achieve their goals after first few years by hard work and working extra hours.
However our daughters could get back to their positions faster than most of immigrants kids ,but it takes 3 years for me and 6 years for my husband to get back to be hired as Engineer, while we thought our life is stable and our days and nights efforts finally took us to what we deserved, our work environment harassment started , it followed by discriminating, racism, genderism, and a hidden competition between those who were born in Canada against successful immigrants who they assumed are stealing their opportunities.
This injustice, negligence and harassment caused me broken long time marriage, job lost, loosing financial stability, a huge distance between me and my daughters and health problems.
Those incidents were just beginning and followed by discriminating, insult, humiliation and harassment every where from doctors office to banks to police stations to stores and even courts and law offices, those mental, emotional and physical abuse made my husband depressed, my talented educated younger daughter without job for 5 years , my smart educated older daughter working 15-17 hours per day for making basic life alone and impacted on me the way one side of my body completely disabled and I almost died.
The main reason of writing this book is letting world knows why in a country that is called free country and are fighting against discrimination out of Canada borders let this happened inside its territory and my 17 years complaint, asking for stopping this harassment not only did not get anywhere but also by misusing and manipulating languages I was tourcherd to death and have been living under extreme interrogation for finding a mystery connection who they created in their unrealistic, abusive world.
I appreciated the candid nature with which you told your story. What was the hardest thing for you to write about?
I am grateful to you and Titan for reviewing my book, since this story is a true story I put my soul and thoughts in the book, going through everything happened to my family and how we went through injustice without doing anything in our fault broke my hear. I lost more than 30 years marriage and a family and home we had built since our early twenty, on top of that losing our respect, our society positions and be treated like a criminal, crazy worthless person by strangers without knowing for which crime we are targeted is something still Canada authorities should answer it.
What is one piece of advice someone gave you that changed your life?
I grew up in a country that has very different values, I had seen revolution, war and those who lost their life for standing for what is important for them besides my parents raised me with principals encouraging us read books and live free , plus I started reading books since I was a teen , I read Gandhi, Dessire and Napoleon, historical, psychological and political books they all helped me when I was struggling , I am thankful for my background and my life history that made me be alive today.
What do you hope is one thing readers take away from your story?
Standing up for their rights, do not give up on taking back what you believe belongs to you and it is taken from you.
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Sam, her husband Shawon and their daughters have faced the trials and challenges of finding their feet in a new country. Sam now has a steady job and their daughters’ educations have gone well. Can their newfound happiness come without a price?
No sooner do they think their troubles are behind them when suddenly their life turns upside down. No matter how hard they try under the influence of the environment they change to a new version of themselves to fight for what is not in their control, and in this road they are led to a separated lifestyle and eventually get distance from each other.
In this true story every member of Sam’s family reacts to trauma in their own way. Sam has been doubting unwanted strange changes related to politics and country but her family accuse her with being paranoid and delusional.
Can We Talk?
Can We Talk? by Sam Smith is an impassioned story of a family trying to adjust to life in a new country while dealing with mental illness, racism, and divorce. Based on her life, being an immigrant in Canada, Sam gives the reader a view into her experiences with her husband, Shawon, and her two daughters, Julie and Shanon. Everyone in the family has a different struggle. Sam and Shawon have a strained marriage that was not made easier by their move to Canada. Shawon and Sam live in the same house but no longer sleep together. They no longer act as a married couple, with Sam’s coworkers not believing she is even married. This relationship trickles down to their two kids. Shannon, the younger sister, still lives in the house with both of them. She is often in the middle of her parents’ fights, always consoling her mother after her father says something cruel. Julie lives away at school and has become an independent and self-reliant person who doesn’t ask for much help.
Can We Talk? is a stirring story about how hard adjusting to a new life can be. The author does a wonderful job at conveying her life struggles and hardships in a compelling story that feels real and is relatable.
Sam Smith does a masterful job of creating a story where the reader can feel the struggle of the characters regardless of whether they have felt those same struggles. She does this without creating a large conflict, instead she tells a real story with real people and real problems.
The story never feels like it is about characters in a book, it instead feels like a story about real people living their life and trying to deal with their family struggles. It is easy to empathize with Sam and her kids, because you understand what they are going through and where the problems lie.
Reading about Sam’s relationship with Shawon and her experience immigrating to a new country, you can’t help but to feel for them. Although the reader can recognize that Shawon causes a lot of issues for Sam and their kids, you still understand his motives and actions. The real enemy of their family is the hardships that come with immigrating and not being able to provide for their family.
Can We Talk? is a deeply thoughtful and emotionally resonant memoir about the challenges people face and how that tests us and our relationships. I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for an insightful and poignant true story.
Pages: 267 | ASIN: B09BRQGLR4
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