Crafting Characters and Healing Hearts: A Conversation with Ndirangu Githaiga, Author of "Ten Thousand Rocks"

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Vivian A. Gatero

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Embracing the past is the most difficult thing to do. Join me every Tuesday, 3:00 PM East African Time as I take us through my journey, sharing nuggets of wisdom based on scripture, bringing in amazing guests who will share their journey that led to embracing their past to empower their present and eventually transform their future. If you are on a path of recovery, are seeking personal growth, or need courage and inspiration to embrace your past and face your fears, this show is for you. Grab a cuppa, get cozy, and allow healing to flow. #embraceempowertransform

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Crafting Characters and Healing Hearts: A Conversation with Ndirangu Githaiga, Author of "Ten Thousand Rocks"

Delightful Discourse Podcast

39 minutes 16 seconds

1 year ago

Crafting Characters and Healing Hearts: A Conversation with Ndirangu Githaiga, Author of "Ten Thousand Rocks"

Medicine and fiction meet in this week's episode of Delightful Discourse Podcast. I sit down with Ndirangu Githaiga, the acclaimed author of "Ten Thousand Rocks," a novel that has captivated readers worldwide. Ndirangu, a practicing physician, shares his unique journey of balancing a medical career while pursuing his passion for writing. We delve into his cultural heritage, the challenges of merging art and science, and his inspiring marathon journey across the United States.

Ndirangu reveals how his experiences in the medical field and his Kenyan roots influenced the narrative. We explore the intricate dynamics of the characters, particularly the complex relationship between Laura and Will, and the pivotal role of communication in their marriage. He also introduces us to Elias Mundi, a character who adds a twist to the story and brings a fresh perspective to the plot.

We discuss the importance of embracing one's heritage and the artificial divide between arts and sciences in education. His reflections on the power of names, the significance of grace in relationships, and the parallels between his characters and real-life experiences provide profound insights into his writing process.

Join us as we highlight the intersection of literature, medicine, and cultural identity. Ndirangu's passion for storytelling and his commitment to his craft shine through as he shares his journey and the lessons he's learned along the way.

Episode Chapters

(04:04) Heritage

(06:31) Suprise hobby

(07:37) Journey to becoming an author

(11:50) Alternative title?

(12:53) Inspiration behind the book

(15:51) Elias

(17:55) Communication between Laura and Will

(20:06) Will seeks divorce

(22:51) Don't take things personally

(25:31) Character design

(27:00) The theme of grace

(29:11) Challenges faced

(30:08) New projects in the works?

(31:21) Sleep medicine

(35:16) The title Ten Thousand Rocks

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Follow his marathon journey and connect with Ndirangu Githaiga at ndirangugithaiga.com, Facebook, and Instagram.

Grab your copy of "Ten Thousand Rocks" and his other works at Nuria Bookstore in Nairobi, or online on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and various audiobook platforms.

Get in touch with us at themusingsdiary@gmail.com.

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