Welcome!
I'm Victoria and I hope you enjoy your visit to my website. In it you will find information about Winter is Past, my novel, recently published by Lucky Bat Books, my pending projects, an interview and a Press Kit, which includes a Biography, Press Release, Reviews. There are also links for you to purchase my book.
In addition, I invite you to visit my blog for poetry, writing prompts and instruction on creative writing. Click on the "Blog" tab and you'll be there. I welcome your comments and suggestions. |
Enter a world where achieving inner strength and surviving the odds are possible
With a talent and voice unlike any other, Victoria C. Slotto captures the reader’s heart and mind with a tale of overcoming personal hardships and struggling with one of life’s most difficult questions, “What if…?”
What does a woman—a fearful woman—do when all she holds dear is in danger of being lost? Victoria C. Slotto's romantic drama, Winter is Past, explores the depths of joy and sorrow women face and the paths that women find through fear.
Winter is Past explores Claire’s story, a woman with a perfect life—a husband she loves, friends, and meaningful work. As life changes around her, she shows us the strength of her spirit, as well as her belief.
Victoria C. Slotto, a former hospice nurse and a kidney transplant survivor, speaks from experience as she writes Claire’s story. But Winter is Past is not a memoir by any stretch; it is a story written by an accomplished poet and essayist. Victoria's poems and short stories have been published in several magazines and journals since 2005.
The Plot of Winter is Past
After receiving a kidney from her best friend, Claire has a renewed delight in life. This newfound happiness is put on hold when she discovers Kathryn has cancer in her remaining kidney. To cope with a possible loss, Claire is forced to face a source of fear that has haunted her from early in life. Throughout her journey she will uncover an inner strength and survive the unthinkable. Claire's fear is every woman's fear. Her question is every woman's--can she survive?
With a talent and voice unlike any other, Victoria C. Slotto captures the reader’s heart and mind with a tale of overcoming personal hardships and struggling with one of life’s most difficult questions, “What if…?”
What does a woman—a fearful woman—do when all she holds dear is in danger of being lost? Victoria C. Slotto's romantic drama, Winter is Past, explores the depths of joy and sorrow women face and the paths that women find through fear.
Winter is Past explores Claire’s story, a woman with a perfect life—a husband she loves, friends, and meaningful work. As life changes around her, she shows us the strength of her spirit, as well as her belief.
Victoria C. Slotto, a former hospice nurse and a kidney transplant survivor, speaks from experience as she writes Claire’s story. But Winter is Past is not a memoir by any stretch; it is a story written by an accomplished poet and essayist. Victoria's poems and short stories have been published in several magazines and journals since 2005.
The Plot of Winter is Past
After receiving a kidney from her best friend, Claire has a renewed delight in life. This newfound happiness is put on hold when she discovers Kathryn has cancer in her remaining kidney. To cope with a possible loss, Claire is forced to face a source of fear that has haunted her from early in life. Throughout her journey she will uncover an inner strength and survive the unthinkable. Claire's fear is every woman's fear. Her question is every woman's--can she survive?
A Sampling of Reviews and Comments for
Winter is Past
by Victoria C. Slotto
Winter is Past is more than a book; it's a beautifully crafted portrait of life – of the love and loss that make us human.
With her mastery of the written word, Victoria Slotto invites us into their lives; their thoughts, their words, their surroundings all spring to life. Vivid yet subtle passages captured my imagination and swept me into their world of twists and turns. No detail was too small to escape her mention; no human emotion was too vast for her to tackle with raw truth and beauty.
I like to savor a great book, taking my time so as not to leave it behind me to soon. I wasn't able to do that with this book. Each chapter ended with a pull to turn the next page, then the next. I finished the book long before I intended to.
Also, I read great books, not only for their content, but for their composition. A page didn't go by where I didn't stop and notice a magical description or pitch-perfect run of dialog. As an aspiring writer, I take every opportunity to learn from the best. I learned a great deal from Ms. Slotto.
I highly recommend Winter is Past and anything written by this amazing author.
Lorna Earl, Writer, TX
A beautifully written and purposeful exploration of the meaning of life through love, loss and rebirth. The journey of Claire makes us all appreciate the fragile string our lives are attached to and how each event makes all worth living. A great read!
Jean Davenport, Writer and Published Author, NV
Victoria's writing style is one to be enjoyed, without interruption, on a quiet afternoon, with a cup of herbal tea. She has helped many in some very hard situations with her experience and hope. This book is filled with love, challenge and new beginnings. I'd recommend this book to anyone who wants a lovely reading experience.
Marilyn Murphy, Spiritual Direction, Healing Ministry, NV
Last evening I began your novel; at chapter 12, I made myself stop reading. I wanted to save what was coming next, like you put away a last piece of chocolate to savor later on.
I had such a full day yesterday…we went full tilt for the whole day!! Settling down with your book was my reward. I'm looking forward to what will come next.
Joan Larson, CA
I loved your book so much that I stayed up almost all night reading it. ... and was sorry afterwards I had gobbled it up like a box of chocolates. ... hurry up and get the next one out so I can wolf that one down, too!
Pat Cegan, Poet, Brazil
... I better understand the true reality of being a transplant recipient. Discussion questions and an interview with the Author, included after the novel’s end were helpful. The former, stimulated expanded thinking in relation to Claire’s story. The latter engendered a more personal connection with the Author, which enriches my experience as a reader.
Pat Homeyer, Poet, Reno Marqueed, and Other Characters, Places Events, 2008
Winter is Past
by Victoria C. Slotto
Winter is Past is more than a book; it's a beautifully crafted portrait of life – of the love and loss that make us human.
With her mastery of the written word, Victoria Slotto invites us into their lives; their thoughts, their words, their surroundings all spring to life. Vivid yet subtle passages captured my imagination and swept me into their world of twists and turns. No detail was too small to escape her mention; no human emotion was too vast for her to tackle with raw truth and beauty.
I like to savor a great book, taking my time so as not to leave it behind me to soon. I wasn't able to do that with this book. Each chapter ended with a pull to turn the next page, then the next. I finished the book long before I intended to.
Also, I read great books, not only for their content, but for their composition. A page didn't go by where I didn't stop and notice a magical description or pitch-perfect run of dialog. As an aspiring writer, I take every opportunity to learn from the best. I learned a great deal from Ms. Slotto.
I highly recommend Winter is Past and anything written by this amazing author.
Lorna Earl, Writer, TX
A beautifully written and purposeful exploration of the meaning of life through love, loss and rebirth. The journey of Claire makes us all appreciate the fragile string our lives are attached to and how each event makes all worth living. A great read!
Jean Davenport, Writer and Published Author, NV
Victoria's writing style is one to be enjoyed, without interruption, on a quiet afternoon, with a cup of herbal tea. She has helped many in some very hard situations with her experience and hope. This book is filled with love, challenge and new beginnings. I'd recommend this book to anyone who wants a lovely reading experience.
Marilyn Murphy, Spiritual Direction, Healing Ministry, NV
Last evening I began your novel; at chapter 12, I made myself stop reading. I wanted to save what was coming next, like you put away a last piece of chocolate to savor later on.
I had such a full day yesterday…we went full tilt for the whole day!! Settling down with your book was my reward. I'm looking forward to what will come next.
Joan Larson, CA
I loved your book so much that I stayed up almost all night reading it. ... and was sorry afterwards I had gobbled it up like a box of chocolates. ... hurry up and get the next one out so I can wolf that one down, too!
Pat Cegan, Poet, Brazil
... I better understand the true reality of being a transplant recipient. Discussion questions and an interview with the Author, included after the novel’s end were helpful. The former, stimulated expanded thinking in relation to Claire’s story. The latter engendered a more personal connection with the Author, which enriches my experience as a reader.
Pat Homeyer, Poet, Reno Marqueed, and Other Characters, Places Events, 2008