Story Telling: A Writing Life
Story Telling: A Writing Life
    Story Telling: A Writing Life
Story Telling: A Writing Life

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Biographical Note:
Born in Peru and raised in Chile, Isabel Allende is the author of a number of bestselling and critically acclaimed books, including My Name Is Emilia del Valle, The Wind Knows My Name, Violeta, A Long Petal of the Sea, The House of the Spirits, Of Love and Shadows, Eva Luna, and Paula. Her books have been translated into more than forty-two languages and have sold more than eighty million copies worldwide. She lives in California.

Review Quotes:
"Stirring . . . Referencing the importance of preserving her own experiences and those of her loved ones, Allende writes that 'memory and literature are inseparable, and they have defined me.' In this wise, sincere reflection, she proves it." --Publishers Weekly

"[A] charming and welcome celebration of the magic and power of literature . . . an invaluable master class for anyone beginning a literary journey and a pleasing and illuminating read for anyone interested in this author's process and life story . . . Allende's uplifting examples, encouraging suggestions, and passion for writing, reading, and literature make this a gem not to be missed." --Booklist, starred review

Review Citations:

  • Kirkus Reviews 06/01/2026 (EAN 9798217094639, Hardcover)
  • Publishers Weekly 06/29/2026 (EAN 9798217094639, Hardcover)
Learn what makes this product unique and why it’s right for you.

Biographical Note:
Born in Peru and raised in Chile, Isabel Allende is the author of a number of bestselling and critically acclaimed books, including My Name Is Emilia del Valle, The Wind Knows My Name, Violeta, A Long Petal of the Sea, The House of the Spirits, Of Love and Shadows, Eva Luna, and Paula. Her books have been translated into more than forty-two languages and have sold more than eighty million copies worldwide. She lives in California.

Review Quotes:
"Stirring . . . Referencing the importance of preserving her own experiences and those of her loved ones, Allende writes that 'memory and literature are inseparable, and they have defined me.' In this wise, sincere reflection, she proves it." --Publishers Weekly

"[A] charming and welcome celebration of the magic and power of literature . . . an invaluable master class for anyone beginning a literary journey and a pleasing and illuminating read for anyone interested in this author's process and life story . . . Allende's uplifting examples, encouraging suggestions, and passion for writing, reading, and literature make this a gem not to be missed." --Booklist, starred review

Review Citations:

  • Kirkus Reviews 06/01/2026 (EAN 9798217094639, Hardcover)
  • Publishers Weekly 06/29/2026 (EAN 9798217094639, Hardcover)
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