Writing

‘Six months backwards’ is my first book, published in 2018. Sadly an autobiographical story, it tells of an unexpected, tragic loss that I still can’t get my head around to this day. Six months after it happened I began writing a blog, working back day by day to that fateful moment. Navigating my way through the nightmare of grief, this incredibly personal journey includes artwork, poetry, remembered dreams and musings on music. Each date is at once a step closer to the horror of that day, and a step further away, as I reveal how creativity and her circle of love were and are saving me.

This is my story, told backwards.

Reviews of Six Months Backwards

‘This interesting format gives the reader reassurance that redemption is possible from the intense pain of sudden grief. A beautiful heartfelt read, illustrated and with poems interspersed throughout.
Any counseling course would do well to add it to its reading list.’

‘A truly brave account of a journey through grief and loss by Mix Amylo. This book would offer consolation and comfort to many who have lost a loved one in a tragic way. Beautifully written and heartfelt with stunning illustrations by Mix. A must for anyone going through the grieving process and everyone else.’

‘Deeply thought-provoking; a heartbreaking and soul searching exploration of grief and love that is told in a unique, poetic and artistic way. You cannot help but be drawn into this story and diary of how a tragic moment, that could happen to any of us, can unravel a life. This book takes you on a journey, from which you will return as a different person.

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Mix has also contributed short stories to two collections:

Love in the Time of Corona – Covid Chronicles (2021), compiled by Kalyani Sandrapragas, is an inspirational anthology of stories from around the world, coming through the voices of ordinary people, sharing their experiences and reflections of the pandemic.

The short piece ‘Morning Coffee’ is a reflection on Mix’s connection with her father, particularly during phone conversations in lockdown, and the loss of him six weeks after it began.

Second Chances: Nomaypa Animal Charity: Stories of Hope (2019)

‘Stories of speculation, mystery, romance and thrills; a selection of tales which all have an element of hope. This collection, from writers in The Órgiva Writing Group, is for the animals, via the charity Nomaypa, in Las Alpujarras (Spain).’

Mix is currently working on a collection of short stories.

Mix Amylo

Writing

Six Months Backwards

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