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Write Angles: Unfiltered Voices, Episode 13 - George Kyriakou (part 1)

What happens when a single moment changes everything? In this powerful episode, George Kyriakou shares the deeply personal journey behind his memoir 'If the Shoe Fits'. It all started with the discovery of his sister’s unmarked grave – a quiet, haunting moment that lit the fuse for a legacy project decades in the making. George opens up about the pain of losing his wife after 13 years of care, and how writing became his way back to purpose. With raw honesty and gentle humour, he talks about grief, rebuilding a sense of self, and the gift of storytelling as both tribute and transformation. From capturing the forgotten voices of his family to crafting fiction rooted in lived experience, George reminds us why our stories matter – especially the ones that risk fading with time. 🔍 What we explore in this episode: • The heartbreak and hope behind preserving family history • How grief and creativity can co-exist • Regret and wisdom: why you should ask questions now, not later • Writing as a form of healing, remembering, and self-discovery • Memoir vs fiction: where memory meets imagination • The real talk on self-publishing – mistakes, wins, and what George wishes he knew sooner 💬 Great quotes from George: “Never forget who you are. All the success in the world means nothing if you forget where you came from.” “Follow your heart. You can be truthful, but you don’t have to be ruthless.” ✍️ Key takeaways: • Don’t wait to capture your family stories – they matter more than you think • Writing through loss can become a lifeline • Compassion is everything in storytelling – especially when writing about real people • Fiction is never fully fiction – it’s soaked in memory, place, and emotion • Going indie? Know your stuff, build relationships, and don’t rush 💌 Want to connect with George or grab a copy of If the Shoe Fits? Email him at geonak7@gmail.com 📲 Tune in now, share it with someone who loves memoirs or is writing their own story, and don't forget to subscribe, rate and leave a review! #UnfilteredVoices #MemoirMatters #GeorgeKyriakou #StorytellingHeals #IfTheShoeFits #SelfPublishingTips