Dr Lina P Varotsi is an independent academic researcher, novelist and creative writing instructor. She holds a PhD in English & Creative Writing, a Master’s Degree in Practical Filmmaking, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism & Mass Media Communications. Her areas of interest lie within creative writing and literary theory; screenwriting and film narratology; creative processes; and the implementation of creative writing in education, cultural studies, socio-linguistics and theory of mind.She is also the Editorial Director of Poua Publications, specialising in parenting education and children’s fiction.Her debut novel is due to be published in late 2019.