Trilogy Completed

by Marion Dante

For many years I felt compelled to write. Perhaps it could have been because my surname is Dante! Of course not. If only I was  related to the great Dante Alighieri 1265–1321, considered to be the greatest Italian poet, best known for The Divine Comedy, an epic poem that is one of the world’s most important works of literature. Dream on….

Most likely it was the shock of struggling to cope after leaving a religious order of nuns that I had joined aged fourteen and remained a member of for thirty-three years that necessitated that I put pen to paper. The launch of my autobiography ‘Dropping The Habit’ felt like a great release.

Aware that this book had been edited and supported, I sought writing courses in order to improve my first ventures into publication. Fortunately I discovered Hampshire Writers’ Society. I was delighted when Barbara announced my autobiography.

The Hampshire Writer’s Society became my refuge, Barbara Large, its founder, my patient heroine, generous tutor, guide and supporter. I entered many competitions set by the Hampshire Writers’ Society. I even managed to win ….was it third place? on one occasion. Encouraged by her I succeeded in publishing  two novels as a result of a correspondence course with her, often visiting her home.

Without Barbara’s support I felt bereft. Memories of her saying her farewell days before she died took its toll. Eventually however, I have produced the third novel to form a trilogy. Again I turned to Hampshire Writer’s Society for an editor. Thankfully, Secretary Maggie Farran recommended an excellent editor. 

Through the direction of Joanna Barnard and Christine Hammacott of the Art of Communication, the design of the book cover, formatting and a great deal of help, Camino Tales is now published.

Visit Marion Dante’s author website to find out more about her books and read her blog.