Author writes about relationships, racial tension

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By Nancy Edwards

A local author has created a novel exploring a relationship between two sisters, racial tension and domestic abuse from a realistic perspective during the 1960s through the 1970s. 

Sonya Wilkins, a Fishers resident, wrote a fictional novel called “Footprints,” exploring the relationship between two sisters, racial tension and domestic abuse during the ‘60s and ‘70s. (Submitted photo.)
Sonya Wilkins, a Fishers resident, wrote a fictional novel called “Footprints,” exploring the relationship between two sisters, racial tension and domestic abuse during the ‘60s and ‘70s. (Submitted photo.)

Sonya Wilkins, 63, was inspired to write a book based on a relationship with her own sister.

“I was thinking about one of my sisters and letting my imagination run away with me; she is very outgoing, very bubbly (similar to one of the main characters),” Wilkins said.

The fictional story, called “Footprints,” follows the lives of two sisters, Brooke and Kalle Woodbridge. The Woodbridge sisters endure a troubled childhood filled with personal tragedies, yet have the desire to build better lives for themselves as adults. As the sisters develop passionate and loving relationships while relishing success both personally and professionally, they also experience heartbreak with marital abuse, death, intolerance and interracial relationships.

Wilkins said she incorporated her own values and ethics into the story, including karma and personal strength.

“You can persevere over tragedy if you don’t give up. The villains receive their just due in the end and the good people live happily ever after,” she said.

A suspenseful novel that is intended to keep readers on the edge of their seats, Wilkins said, “I hope it’s an entertaining story for the readers and takes them out of their (own) situation for a few minutes.”

Wilkins conducted historical research by reading information about diversity during the ‘60s and ‘70s and actual lawsuits, though business names are intentionally left out of the book.

AuthorHouse published “Footprints.” The publishing company has already requested a sequel to Wilkins’ novel.

“The feedback I’ve gotten back has been positive,” Wilkins said. “I’m hoping the audience will continue with readership (in future sequels).”

A recent retiree from the insurance industry, Wilkins crafted her creative writing talent from previous jobs by developing training vignettes and materials and writing newsletters and motivational memos.

“I just really like to write,” she said.

“Footprints” is available in hardback, paperback and ebook. To purchase the novel, visit Barnes & Noble or Amazon.com.


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