Interview with Gail Ingis, Author of More Than One Life: A Memoir

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write More Than One Life: A Memoir?

Many asked why I was obviously accomplished, and how so much of what I’d done were goals or ideas. My hopes are for you to pursue your dreams or ambitions and embrace every chapter of your life’s journey.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of More Than One Life: A Memoir, what would they be?

Songs like Clint Black’s “When I Said I Do” holds deep meaning for me, alongside the Christian music of Michael Card and Amy Grant. I’ve danced all my life, played the piano and guitar, and my love for music is boundless—it’s part of my soul. I adore piano and violin concertos, and my taste in music is as varied and rich as the events that have shaped me.

What’s your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

I’m drawn to history, fiction, and nonfiction—stories that leave a mark. My memoir is just that—a slice of real life woven with personal history and reflections.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

Right now, I’m looking forward to reading The Fixer by Bernard Malamud. It’s a gripping tale about antisemitism in the Russian Empire. It’s a book that won both the National Book Award and the Pulitzer Prize.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

One of my favorites was capturing the moment when an eight-year-old me, full of determination and spirit, sought independence only to face the fierce Rockaway undertow. That mix of fear, defiance, and survival stays with me—it was a turning point, both in the water and in life.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

Absolutely! I love writing while lounging in bed, propped up with a back of a beach chair for support, a special chairback from Amazon. It’s my cozy, creative corner—quiet, with no interruptions. Somehow, it’s the perfect spot to let the ideas flow!

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

I sure do—my go-to mantra is simple: Just do it! It’s all about taking action and embracing life’s challenges head-on. It’s helped me push through challenges and get things done.

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

It would be to spread love, always ask questions (there’s a multitude of answers), seek and ye shall find, look behind the hidden door and share God’s word.

Gail Ingis is the author of the new book More Than One Life: A Memoir

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