INTERVIEW WITH AUTHOR ANNETTE ROCHELLE ABEN!
Annette Rochelle Aben
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Hi Annette, it’s lovely to see you. Thank you for coming. Please step up on the stage. The lights are on you!
Tell us something about yourself:
Believe it or not, this is one of the most difficult questions for me to address. What someone else might find interesting about me might be the very thing I do NOT mention. So, here goes.
I’m a grown-ass woman who has come to the realization that I know less about life than the day I was born. At least, I have the ability to know that this is not a bad thing. Much of this awareness comes from having my two adult siblings as roommates. Life with them teaches me that the difference between simple and complex is all about choosing between wanting to be happy or being right. Ergo, I live a life of choices every day.
jjspina: Now that is really challenging. I don’t know if I could live with my two siblings. I think you have a wonderful grasp of life and knowledge for which you don’t give yourself enough credit. I think you are fabulous! Love the baby photo, Annette! Even then you look determined and ready to take on the world! Haha!
Baby Annette
When did you know you wanted to be an author?
That’s a trick question for me, as I have written since I could hold a pencil but it never dawned on me that I wanted to write and publish a book of my own until this century. I created a book, an award winning book, back in the 80’s but that was by accident, not on purpose. And it wasn’t for me, it was for my employer. In 2009, I self-published Perspective: It’s all about replacing one thought with another. That was when I realized that being a writer was going to have more influence on my life than I ever imagined.
Jjspina: Congratulations on that award. I find your books fascinating and intuitive.
Share your books and a synopsis of each
Perspective: It’s all about replacing one thought with another, is filled with thought provoking prose, poetry and photographs.
Choose, the 2 step-plan, is actually a workshop I presented about choices we can make in our lives and how we can take action to make those choices a reality.
Angel Messages A Wing and A Prayer, is filled with my photos of Angels, poetry and prayers.
Angel Messages Two would be the sequel to the other Angel book but this is all photographs and poetry.
PhoKu, visual perspective haiku, my first attempt at writing haiku for photographs I took.
A Haiku Perspective 2015, A Haiku Perspective 2016, A Haiku Perspective 2017 and A Haiku Perspective 2018 are collections of “haiku style” poetry I wrote the years before.
BooKu, Halloween Haiku is a compilation of my sister’s yard art and haiku with a sense of humor.
A Tanka Picture Book is filled with photographs I have taken to which I added tanka poems I wrote.
Go YOU, some encouragement when you need it is pages of encouraging statements to bolster your energy.
All my books can be found through my Author Central Page, http://www.amazon.com/author/
Jjspina: These are all wonderful selections to enjoy.
What projects are you currently working on?
Gee whiz, I’ve so many ideas for books that I could spend 24/7 putting them together. However, at the moment, one of those taking shape is the sequel to my Halloween Haiku book,BooKu, titled: Son of BooKu This features new photos of my sister’s Halloween yard art and my snarky “haiku style”remarks. I am not a Halloween person, so this is my contribution to the celebration. Also, I am planning an early 2019 release of Think Tanka: vision in verse. I have learned to love writing tanka and have amassed nearly enough to fill a book. What is in the distant future? A cookbook, a children’s book and I’ve been kicking around putting together a book about final arrangements; yes I mean funerals, et al.
I am also a contributing writer, podcast host and the Editor of the digital magazine, The Magic Happens. Since the magazine changes every month and I load new podcasts frequently, I imagine that this would fall into this category. http://www.themagichappensnow.com
Jjspina:Good luck with all these upcoming projects, Annette. I was on your podcast and had a wonderful time. You are a fabulous interviewer and host. You put this nervous ninny at ease so much that you couldn’t stop me from jabbering away. Sorry about that and thank you for the fantastic opportunity.
Hobbies when I am not writing?
I make jewelry and have for years. Years ago I stated making clip on earrings because severe allergies to metals demanded I allow my pierced ears to close up. It was hard for me to find earrings I really liked, so I made my own. My favorite jewelry piece to make is a bracelet. Whether ankle or wrist, I can whip one out in no time. Yes, I sell them and have sold my creations for years. Something else I have made and sold are rosaries. I am not Catholic but I love making rosaries for others. Perhaps I was a Nun or a Priest in a former life.
jjspina: How lovely, Annette. You must get great pleasure out of working with your hands to make these items. And, maybe you were a clergy in your former life.
Thank you, Janice for allowing me to be a part of your interview series.
Annette’s Links:
http://www.annetterochelleaben.wordpress.com
http://www.themagichappensnow.com
Thank you, Annette, for coming to share a little about yourself and your lovely books. You are quite a talented and inspirational author and person. I was honored to have you here today.
Here is my review of Annette’s book, Perspectives, on Amazon:
Jjspina
Lovely Uplifting Words of Inspiration!
December 31, 2017
Verified Purchase
Thank you, readers, for stopping by today to read about this talented author. I hope you will take some time to check out her books and peruse her sites and listen to her podcasts. You will be thoroughly entertained.
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Janice
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Oh my goodness.. you made this so painless. Thank YOU for this opportunity. Smiling all the way… ❤
My pleasure, Annette! Hugs xx ❤️
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This is a great interview! And I love the baby ‘photo, too 🙂 Delighted to see you here, Annette!
Thank you, Margot! Yeah, well there aren’t that many pictures of me around in my days of innocence, so I figured I had best share one. ❤
Thank you, Margot, for stopping by! 🤗
Wonderful interview with a delightful, talented woman. Love those bangles.
Aw, Mary, that’s so kind, thank you. I love the bangles too. In fact, one of my all time favorite bracelets broke today, so I shall be remaking it soon. ❤
Thank you, Mary! Yes, Annette is a lovely lady! Hugs 😘
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One of our community’s favourites.. Annnette Rochelle Aben is the guest of author Janice Spina as part of her author interview series. Lovely to learn more about Annette… and love the jewelry that she makes… talented lady all round…
Thank you, Sally! Honored that you shared. ❤
Thank you, Sally! It was a pleasure to put Annette into the spotlight for a change. She is fantastic! 🤗 😘 ❤️
That she is… ♥
!Great interview – and, ‘no trick quetions’! ♥
Thank you, my friend!
Thanks, Billy Ray! 🤗
Love your interviews, Jan! Hugs to Annette. She’s a special lady and Sister of the Fey. ❤️
Hey Sis! ❤ We are family…
Absolutely! ❤️
Thank you, Colleen! She is a fabulous lady! Hugs ❤️
It was a treat to see Annette here, Janice. Her responses were pure Annette and a joy. Thank you
Thank you, John! I had a blast… 🙂
Thank you, John! So happy you enjoyed it! Annette is a special lady! ❤️
It’s a pleasure to learn more about Annette. She’s a fascinating person.
Yes, she definitely is, Robert. Thank you for stopping by. 😆
Gosh, Rob, thank you so much! ❤
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Thank you so much, Robert! 😆
Most appreciated, that you have shared! 🙂
A pleasure, Annette.
❤ 🙂
Hey Syl! Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
You’re welcome always happy to 😊
Great interview, Annette and Janice. Annette was a cute baby. My Mom and Dad live with my family so I understand the need to make choices every day – to conflict or not. Much easier not to.
Thank you so much! I truly have to remember we are each living our own stresses and to NOT take it personally.
Thank you, Roberta! It can be difficult at times. Blessings to you.
You rock sis!
Janet thanks for interviewing Annette! She us a superstar!!!
Hey Sis! Thanks for coming by. We are shining stars TOGETHER! ❤
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Thank you, Ritu! She certainly is! 🤗
What a wonderful interview. Thank you again, Janice!
The image of “baby Annette” shows – i think – there was a writer born. I hope you all will also read Annette’s “self care awareness”-postings she had done since some days. Best wishes, Michael
Why, thank you, Michael! I do believe that I was born to be a writer. Heaven only knows I spent many an hour, alone in my room with nothing other than paper and pencils. My parents called it punishment, I thought it was an opportunity! Thank you, too, for the mention of the Self Care Activities. There will be 30 of them all together.
Thats great! Thank you very much Annette, for the Self Care postings. They are so great and very useful, because its needful to hear this from third party realising the importance. Best wishes, Michael.
Thank you, Michael. She is inspiring. 😆
Oh yes!!!
I’m a fan and follower of Annette. She hunted me down and convinced me to be on her podcast. What an experience and I appreciate this opportunity and all the support Annette gives to me. But I’m not the only one, she goes out of her way to read and support many other writers and bloggers. Even with her busy schedule putting out her own blog post, she has time for others. I’m not a lover of poetry mainly because I don’t understand it, but I enjoy Annette’s “Go You” post. Thank you for promoting Annette. HUGS around.
Thank you, Chuck! You are my brother, from another mother and I am honored to read your heart-felt words here. I believe we are all in this together. Let’s keep each other afloat! ❤
Mother always like you best. 🤪
How wonderful, Chuck! She is a special person and a friend to her fellow authors. Thanks for stopping by and for your kind comments. 😆
A wonderful interview. xxx
Yay! Thank you so much, Miss. Adele. xoxox
You’re welcome, sis. ❤
Thank you, Adele! 🤗
What a lovely interview Annette and Janice. I love Annette’s daily angel posts. 🌼
Aw, I am thrilled to know you connect with the Angels. They have been the foundation of my blog and in my life since the beginning. Thank you for your kind words about the interview as well! ❤
Thank you, Brigid! 🤗
Hi Janice! Yay! Annette is one of my favorite people! I’m happy to see her here and enjoyed learning more about her. Thanks for hosting, Janice!
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Hey Vashti! Thanks for coming by. Love to you and your wonderful hubby and a big old hug for Scribbles!! ❤
Thank you, my friend! ❤
Thank you, Vashti! Annette is one of mine too! 😘🤗💕
I guess she has that affect on people. 😉 ❤
Wonderful to get to know Annette. She is amazing. Thank you, Janice.
You’re welcome, Jennie! Yes, she is! 🤗😘
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Jennie, you are so sweet, thank you. ❤
You’re very welcome. ❤️
A lovely interview, ladies. When I saw that baby photo of Annette, I thought ‘A Star Is Born’, and so it was.
Thanks for all the support you give to everyone, Annette. I really enjoyed doing the podcast with you, and I love you because you always seem to be full of positivity.
Thanks for asking the questions, Janice.
Hugs to you both.
Thank you, Hugh! Annette is a star! 🤗 😘
Oh gosh, Hugh… thank you so much. I happen to be surrounded by such remarkable people, here in the community of creatives, and it feels great. Shine on, brother! Shine on, yourself. ❤
We are all fortunate to be in such a wonderful community of authors who are incredibly supportive in everything we do. We are a family! Love to you all! 🤗
Lovely interview with you Annette. 🙂
Thank you, Marje! I am happy you stopped by and honored to have your support. Love you, Sis! ❤
Thank you, Marje! 🤗
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Greetings Annette,
This is such a wonderful interview pf you. Glad to meet you and learn more about you and your writing. You have such a positive outlook on life. Cheers!!
Jordis
Thank you, Jordan, for stopping by. Nice to meet you. 😆
Thank you! I am honored you are here and appreciate your kind words. Here’s to living the best lives we have ever lived! 🙂
Cheers to that!!💗