PHOTO: Award-winning author Iluta Sutra captivates readers worldwide with her heartfelt stories and inspiring exploration of love, healing, and forgiveness.
Celebrating the Profound Bond Between Humans and Animals
Iluta Sutra shares the inspiration behind Saving Gigy, exploring themes of love, healing, and forgiveness while emphasizing the transformative power of the human-animal connection in her heartfelt storytelling.
Renowned author Iluta Sutra continues to captivate readers worldwide with her poignant storytelling and profound exploration of themes like love, healing, and forgiveness. In her exclusive interview with Reader’s House magazine, the award-winning writer delves into the inspiration behind her acclaimed book Saving Gigy, her creative journey, and the lessons she hopes to impart through her work.
Recipient of the prestigious Literary Titan Book Award, Sutra’s writing is celebrated for its emotional depth and transformative power. Her book Saving Gigy highlights the profound connection between humans and animals, presenting a heartfelt narrative inspired by her European upbringing and personal experiences with pets. Sutra shared, “I wrote Saving Gigy as a tribute to the profound bond between humans and animals,” citing her childhood exposure to diverse cultures as a key influence on the rich, emotional tapestry of the story.
Sutra’s mission to inspire self-discovery and foster empathy resonates throughout the novel, with themes of compassion and forgiveness taking center stage. In the interview, she expressed her hope that readers would take away the message that “love, healing, and forgiveness are intertwined and essential for personal growth.”
“Love, healing, and forgiveness are intertwined and essential for personal growth.” – Iluta Sutra
Despite challenges in crafting the story, Sutra’s perseverance paid off, with Saving Gigy receiving glowing reviews from readers worldwide. The author expressed gratitude for the heartfelt responses, which she said reinforce her purpose as a writer: to inspire, educate, and uplift.
The book’s foreword by actress and animal welfare advocate Mariel Hemingway further underscores its impact, while the cover design, which Sutra played a key role in envisioning, perfectly captures the essence of the narrative.
When asked for advice for aspiring authors, Sutra encouraged them to embrace their unique voices. “Be courageous, persistent, and open to growth. Writing is a journey, and the most important thing is to share your message with the world.”
Iluta Sutra’s journey is a testament to the power of purpose-driven storytelling. As she continues to inspire readers through her work, Saving Gigy serves as a shining example of how stories can touch hearts, ignite change, and remind us all of the transformative power of love, forgiveness, and healing.
For the full interview with Iluta Sutra, visit Reader’s House magazine’s May 2025 issue.
