TATIANA EDEL: MY CREDO: TO SEEK TRUTH, GIVE HOPE AND KEEP FAITH ALIVE

OCA Magazine: Please tell us the most important things about yourself and your creative work. What is your creative, life credo and motivation for your creativity?

Tatiana Edel: I am a Siberian woman with an open soul and a restless heart. The collapse of a long marriage and betrayal once left me with nothing but the need to write. One evening I picked up a pen, and words poured out faster than thought. That moment gave me my first story, which won a contest and became a book. Today I have thirteen books, three in English, and numerous screenplays. Writing has become my salvation and my passion — I spend 10–12 hours a day creating new worlds. My credo: to seek truth, give hope and keep faith alive.

OCA: How did you choose your path and who is your role model in the creative field or in life?

TE: I found my way to writing twice, and the second time it became my true calling. In Moscow, while working as a manager, I drafted letters for public figures, and words came easily, like birds landing on branches. I even brought my first book to a publisher, but when I learned of the symbolic fee, I walked away and erased writing from my life. Twenty years later, after betrayal and loss, life itself forced me back to the page — this time forever. My role model is Jack London: his path and devotion inspire me. My first book was published under the pseudonym Eden, in honor of Martin Eden, before I embraced my true name Edel.

OCA: What is your main achievement(s) or positive impact on the world in 2024–2025?

TE: My main achievement in 2024–2025 is not only the awards and recognition my books and scripts received, but the letters and words of gratitude from readers. Knowing that my stories inspire people, give them comfort, or help them believe in themselves — this is the greatest reward. I am proud that my works have crossed borders and reached audiences in different countries. For me, positive impact means bringing hope, light, and compassion into the world through creativity. If even one heart feels less alone because of my words, that is true success.

OCA: What is the main feature that makes you and your art/work unique?

TE: What makes my work unique is the openness of my soul. I do not hide behind irony or distance — I write sincerely, with kindness and love for people, animals, and the fragile beauty of our world. My stories speak of trials and betrayals, but always carry hope, because I believe harmony is possible. I want my books and screenplays to be a quiet light in a noisy world, reminding us of compassion and humanity. For me, art is not escape but truth — and truth is what connects us.

OCA: Please tell us about the events or projects of the Eurasian Creative Guild (London) and projects you have already participated in and how does ECG influence your creativity and success in your work?

TE: In June 2021 I took part in the Eurasian Creative Guild (London) Literary Forum, where I received a diploma for second place in the Children’s Literature category. It was a turning point for me: the recognition of an international jury gave me confidence that my voice as a writer matters. Since then I have continued to publish books and develop screenplays, many of which have won international awards. For me ECG is more than a platform — it is a community that unites cultures and inspires creativity. Its support convinced me I am moving in the right direction.

OCA: How do you think the creative professions have changed and how has the role of art in the development of the world changed in the face of modern realities?

TE: I believe creative professions today are less about prestige and more about service. Artists, writers, and filmmakers are no longer distant figures — they are voices that bring comfort, reflection, and meaning. In a world shaken by crises, art has become a bridge between nations and a language of empathy. It gives us the chance to look at life through another person’s eyes, to heal wounds, and to offer hope for harmony and peace. Modern realities have made art not only a form of beauty but also a form of responsibility: to remind humanity that kindness and compassion still exist

OCA: What would you wish for the members of the Guild and other creative people who are just starting their careers?

TE: To all members of the Guild and those just beginning their creative journey, I wish courage and sincerity. Carry into the world not only stories or images, but ideas that nurture the soul — the timeless values of kindness, honesty, and humanity. Do not chase fashion or quick success: what lasts is what comes from the heart. Every page, every line, every brushstroke has the power to inspire, to comfort, and to awaken hope. Remember that your art is not only your voice but also a gift to others — a seed of the reasonable, the good, the eternal.