Interview | Stefan Sparkle | Rewriting Romance & Mental Health in Creativity | Ep 66

In this delightful and introspective episode of Dripping Creativity, host Chris Corvan reconnects with Stefan Sparkle, the multi-talented author, storyteller, and IT expert. Known for his refreshing and heartfelt approach to creativity, Stefan discusses the evolution of his writing, the challenges of revisiting old stories, and the importance of mental health in the creative process. As he works on the second edition of his debut novel, Stefan offers a candid look at his journey, the lessons learned, and the inspiration behind his regency romance tales. Stefan dives into the nuances of his creative process, sharing how his ADHD influences his interests and writing style. He reflects on the significance of historical fiction, the untold stories of remarkable women, and the meticulous research that goes into his novels. The conversation also explores the intersection of cooking and writing, with Stefan revealing how culinary creativity plays a role in his storytelling. Listeners will appreciate Stefan's honesty about mental health, his passion for music, and his unique perspective on life in New Zealand. From the fascinating details of Middle Earth tours to the misconceptions about New Zealand, Stefan's anecdotes are both entertaining and enlightening. This episode is filled with laughter, deep insights, and a genuine connection between Chris and Stefan, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in the creative journey. Stefan Sparkle's Links: Threads: https://www.threads.net/@stefan.j.sparkle.author Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stefan.j.sparkle.author Chris Corvan's Links: Read "Shadow Shiver Silence": https://amzn.to/3M2FpIT Website: https://chriscorvan.bio.link/ Media Kit: https://beacons.ai/drippingcreativity/mediakit House of Void Network: https://thehouseofvoid.com Creative Coffee Cafe Discord Server: https://bio.link/creativecoffeecafe Music by Joss Creek: https://gridlazergrid.bandcamp.com/music Stay creative, stay inspired, and until next time, see ya! Stefan Sparkle, Regency Romance, Author Interview, Mental Health, Creative Writing, Revisiting Old Stories, Beethoven Inspiration, Adhd And Creativity, Regency Era, Indie Author, Historical Fiction, Mary Somerville, Writing Process, Food In Writing, Dungeons And Dragons Storytelling, New Zealand Insights, Music In Writing, Stephen King Inspiration, Self-Publishing Journey, Women's Liberation History