Episode Details

On this inspiring episode of the Authority on Demand Podcast (formerly Authors On Mission Podcast), host Danielle Hutchinson sits down with Ian Reilly, author of Encounter, to explore how a life-changing experience in Samoa became a gripping memoir 30 years later.

Ian shares how a devastating cyclone shaped his journey, why he chose a novelistic writing style, and how journals, memories, and real-life experiences can be transformed into a compelling story.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Ian turned a 30-year-old experience into a memoir

• Why professional mentorship and editing can elevate your writing

• How writing style creates deeper reader immersion

• Valuable lessons for first-time authors

If you’ve been carrying a story for years, Ian’s journey is a reminder that it’s never too late to put your experience into words and share your story with the world.

Connect with Ian Reilly:

Email: ian.reilly@altrutec.com.au

Website: https://ianreilly.com.au/

Fb: https://www.facebook.com/p/Ian-Reilly-61579354208576/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian_reilly_writing/

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ian-reilly-creative-design-draw-write

🔗 Book Purchase: Encounter

https://www.amazon.com/Encounter-journey-chaos-culture-compassion/dp/1764054296

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