Episode 143 Diana Y. Paul

Diana Y. Paul, an award-winning novelist, was born in Akron, Ohio and has a Ph.D. in Buddhist Studies and a B.A. in both psychology and philosophy. Diana is a former Stanford professor in Buddhism with a focus on the role of women and intergenerational families. Things Unsaid is a multiple award-winning novel: USA Best Book Awards Finalist in two categories (Best New Fiction and Best Literary Fiction), Beverly Hills Book Awards Winner for Best New Adult Fiction, Readers Favorite Silver Award Winner for Best Drama, and a Pushcart Nominee. Her second novel, Deeds Undone, a mystery, continues the narrative of Things Unsaid. A Perfect Match will be her third. When not writing, Diana creates mixed media art. Her art has been in museums and galleries in California, Hawaii, and Japan. “With a grace that is absorbing and deft, Paul tackles many difficult questions, including filial responsibility, depression, marital strife, and sexual identity. …The author depicts heart-wrenching conundrums as the three siblings are forced repeatedly to evaluate their personal priorities….An engaging tale of family dysfunction and intractable senior citizens.” Kirkus Review Diana Y. Paul is the author of three books on Buddhism, one of which has been translated into Japanese and German. Her short stories have appeared in a number of literary journals. She lives in Carmel, CA with her husband and calico cat, Mao. Her favorite pastime is visiting her two adult children and playing with her two granddaughters. Follow Diana and buy her books! www.dianaypaul.com Visit her blog on movies and art at: www.unhealedwound.com Her Amazon author page is: amazon.com/author/dianaypaul Or stop by on Facebook, Twitter: @DianaPaul10 and/or Instagram: dianapaul10 and dianay.paulAuthor Music by Jam Hansley Follow us: Everywhere @drinkingwithauthors website: www.4horsemenpublications.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/drinking-with-authors/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy