E #23 (2025) "Unveiling The Legend of Valentine"

BONA FIDE Dialogues with Christina Kueppers
Season II, Episode #23

Timestamps
00:00 Intro
00:19 Guest's Bio
01:40 "Your Valentine"...
04:50 Sheldon Collins' Writing Journey
10:00 The book "The Legend of Valentine" is available now
10:54 Audiobook
20:40 How did you approach blending fiction with history while capturing the political and social climate of that time?
31:06 Could you share one interesting fact about the Roman Empire that you discovered during your research?
34:50 Character development
39:22 Valentine's Day Celebration
41:09 Kindness. California Wildfires 2025

Sheldon Collins is a distinguished storyteller whose career began in Hollywood as a screenwriter and director. His films, celebrated for their compelling narratives and rich character development, have been featured on premium television and at numerous film festivals—earning critical acclaim and a host of awards. The Legend of Valentine marks Collins’s debut novel, for which he also co-directed the multi-cast audiobook edition.

Residing in California with his wife and daughter, Collins draws ongoing inspiration from the breathtaking natural landscapes. Outside of writing and directing, he enjoys immersing himself in music, podcasts, and audiobooks, and actively participates in outdoor activities like biking, hiking, surfing, and skiing. His commitment to family and friends remains a cornerstone of his life.

Educated at UC Berkeley with a Bachelor of Arts in Rhetoric and holding a Master of Fine Arts in Directing from the prestigious American Film Institute, Collins brings a unique blend of narrative expertise and directorial acumen to his literary endeavors.

https://sheldoncollins.com

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