Meet Mor Shavit
Mor Shavit is a multidisciplinary artist and storyteller whose creativity knows no boundaries. Her debut book, The Art of Being Pooky, brings together a lifetime of passions from painting and stained glass to graphic design and music into one imaginative project.
“The Art of Being Pooky is more than a story,” Mor says. “It’s a fusion of everything I love: art, emotion, humor, and the search for meaning.” This debut marks the first time she has united all her artistic expressions into a single work, introducing readers to a world where art and life beautifully intertwine.
The Story Behind The Art of Being Pooky
The heart of The Art of Being Pooky lies in three inspirations: Mor’s cat Pooky, her lifelong love of art history, and the universal search for identity and belonging. Through these elements, she explores the question of what it means to be oneself in a world that often demands conformity.
“Pooky reminds me every day to stay curious and playful,” she explains. “She’s not just a pet she’s my muse and co-writer, even if her edits come in the form of paw prints on my keyboard.”
Writing Habits and Creative Process
Mor’s writing process is both spontaneous and whimsical. She often writes with her cat by her side, embracing the unpredictability of creativity. For her, writing isn’t about rigid discipline it’s about flow, exploration, and joy.
“I’ve learned that art happens in the spaces between control and chaos,” she says. “When I let go of perfection, that’s when real creativity shows up.”
Authors Who Inspire Her
Mor draws influence from an eclectic mix of literary voices each shaping her understanding of emotion, humor, and human complexity.
She admires J.D. Salinger and Charlotte Brontë for their explorations of introspection and resilience. Émile Zola and Charles Dickens taught her how storytelling can double as social commentary. Gerald Durrell inspired her love of animals and nature, while Douglas Adams revealed the magic of humor and absurdity. Stephen King influenced her sense of atmosphere and pacing, and Lewis Carroll reminded her to always leave room for wonder.
“All of these writers helped me find my own voice,” she says. “They made me realize that good stories aren’t just told they’re felt.”
What She’s Working On Now
While sharing The Art of Being Pooky with readers around the world, Mor is already developing her next project a dramedy novel titled Queen of Corona. The story blends humor, emotional insight, and social reflection, exploring how people connect and drift apart in the modern world.
“I wanted to write something that makes readers laugh, think, and maybe even cry a little,” she shares. “Queen of Corona is about the beauty and absurdity of being human.”
Promoting Her Work
For promotion, Mor combines storytelling with visual artistry. Through Instagram and Facebook, she shares artwork, music, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into Pooky’s creative world. On interactive platforms like Gumroad, readers can access bonus materials stickers, songs, and mini-games that expand the book’s universe.
“It’s not just about selling a book,” she says. “It’s about building an ecosystem of creativity where readers can engage and play.”
Advice for Aspiring Authors
Mor’s advice to new writers is both simple and freeing: Creativity is messy and imperfect and that’s part of its beauty. She believes that waiting for perfect conditions or flawless ideas only stifles growth. “Start messy,” she encourages. “You can refine later, but you can’t edit a blank page.”
The Best Advice She’s Ever Heard
A quote that stays close to her heart is: “Don’t compare your beginning to someone else’s middle.” It reminds her that progress looks different for everyone and that authenticity matters more than speed.
What She’s Reading
Mor is currently reading Villette by Charlotte Brontë. She admires Brontë’s ability to weave deep emotion with sharp observation, creating characters that feel alive, flawed, and utterly human.
What’s Next for Mor Shavit
Beyond The Art of Being Pooky and Queen of Corona, Mor plans to keep expanding her creative universe merging visual art, literature, and music into experiences that inspire connection and joy. “Every project is another chapter in understanding what it means to create,” she says. “And that’s a journey I never want to end.”
Books She Would Take to a Desert Island
If stranded on a desert island, Mor would bring stories that balance reflection, humor, and heart:
- Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë – for strength and independence.
- Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger – for honesty and self-reflection.
- Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams – for humor in impossible situations.
- The Asterix comic series – because laughter is essential for survival.
Connect with Mor Shavit
- Amazon Author Page: Mor Shavit on Amazon
- Facebook: Mor Shavit on Facebook
