Title: Inspirations – My Vivid Imagination Has Been Transformed Into Reality
Author: Peterson Francois
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 978-1-4759-5293-3
Pages: 201
Genre: Memoir/Self-Help
Interviewed by: Carol Davala

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PBR: What was the inspiration for the story?
The inspiration for the story was motivation. I was motivated to write a compelling story, which would change the way people see the world, inspires them to become more creative, gain knowledge, and develop good qualities

PBR: What is the key theme and/or message in the book?
The key theme is human interest. The message in the book is to embrace education, which will open all closed doors for those who would like to succeed in life, understand the world better, and develop a personal relationship with God.

PBR: What do you hope your readers take away from this book?
One thing I hope my readers take away from this book is knowledge

PBR: What is the significance of the title?
The significance of the title is perseverance. I would be unable to turn my dreams into reality if I had refused to believe in endurance. Despite the obstacles I had experienced in my life, I was always focused on achieving success.

PBR: Tell us about the process for coming up with the cover.
I had a personal conversation with the Lord. I heard a voice who told me how the cover should be designed and presented. I called my publisher, and I was able to speak with one of the individuals responsible for producing my book’s cover. She listened attentively and created the book cover the same way the voice instructed me to come up with the cover.

PBR: What were the key challenges you faced when writing this book?
The key challenges I faced when writing this book were coming up with the Chapters and organizing them accordingly.

PBR: What was the highlight of writing this book?
The highlight of writing this book was to share my personal life story with others, knowing they will learn fascinating lessons from my personal experiences.

PBR: What book is currently on your bedside table?
The book is currently on my bedside table is the Second Edition of the Book Inspirations, which will be published in 2024

PBR: What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
Authors who have most influenced my own writing were The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan Didion, On Writing by Stephen King, and The Looming Tower by Lawrence Wright.