Some stories begin quietly, whispered in the dark. For Iandra Taylor, the author of Easy to Give Up—now published on Galatea—writing started as something deeply personal. A way to heal. A secret kept close.
But what began as bedtime stories told only to herself soon became a powerful journey of connection, self-discovery, and community. In this heartfelt interview, Iandra shares how writing helped her through grief, what it felt like to see her story gain traction, and the unexpected ways readers changed her life.
Inkitt: How did you get started writing?
Inkitt: What was it like seeing your story gain popularity?
I didn’t tell anyone that I was writing and never let anyone I know read anything. When I hit that first 1000 reads I started to feel like it was happening to me. It was beyond exciting but I still never told anyone I was writing.
Inkitt: What advice do you have for new writers?
Inkitt: What’s been your most memorable reader interaction?
Inkitt: What’s your unique writing process?
Each night I pick up where I left off and it just builds each night. The story can come from just about anywhere or anything that’s happened in my life.
Inkitt: What themes are important in your work?
Iandra Taylor’s journey reminds us that writing isn’t just about storytelling—it’s about courage, healing, and finding your voice, even when you’re the only one listening at first. From private pages to a published story loved by thousands, Easy to Give Up is proof that it’s never too late to do what you love.
Whether you’re writing your first chapter or your fiftieth, Iandra’s story is a comforting nudge to keep going—and to never underestimate the power of a story shared.
