My appearance on “Telum Talks” for The Filipino Scribe
I was recently interviewed by George Putong of Singapore-based Telum Media to talk about my book “Right on the Mark: Selected Articles from The Filipino Scribe” and to share my insights and experiences as a blogger and journalist for over a decade now. The full interview can be accessed through this link.
Mr. Putong began the interview by asking me what advice I can give to young writers. “Find mentors, keep practicing, and be teachable,” I said. After all, I am truly fortunate to have been surrounded by people who believe in my capabilities.
I am grateful for the people who have been my mentors dating back to my high school days, and I am now blessed to be a mentor for others as well. However, having a mentor won’t really do you much good unless you are willing to practice and excel in your craft.
He then asked me to recount how The Filipino Scribe (TFS) started nearly eleven years ago and how I overcame challenges. Since blogging remains a passion project for me, sometimes I am not able to write for weeks or even months depending on the demands of my teaching job.
I decided to publish my first book “Right on the Mark: Selected Articles from The Filipino Scribe” to serve as a compilation of my selected works. I included there some articles that I posted here on TFS, stories I submitted for various competitions, as well as some I’ve written during my college years.
When asked which personality I’d like to have an exclusive interview with, I mentioned President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine given his courageous leadership amidst Russia’s ongoing attempt to invade his country. I regret not mentioning Vice President Leni Robredo though!
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