DIANA DIRKBY 
Today, I wanted to discuss the solitude many people living with schizophrenia feel tempted by. I am one such person. These days, solitude means just me and my spouse. My love for my spouse and his for me have made us a unit, almost like one person. Before my marriage, I was strongly tempted by … Read more
With November approaching Thanksgiving, it is almost time for us to anticipate the best time of the year. Yes, you guessed it right. We are talking about Christmas! The time when you can enjoy the holiday season in full swing. Whether it is your family, friends, neighbor, or a beloved pet, things get better when … Read more
Living with a mental condition is not that easy. From mental stigma to anxiety trauma and challenges—there is so much to ask for! Diana Dirkby’s “The Overlife: A Tale of Schizophrenia” offers a poignant and intimate exploration of living with schizophrenia. Meet Sarah, a young woman navigating the complex realities of her condition while also … Read more
Have you ever heard of Vrayboro, a small town nestled in the dense woodlands of Piney Woods, Texas? Perhaps the town is not that peaceful anymore. It all begins in the fall of 2010. With its modest population of around 5,000, Vrayboro is an ordinary town—quiet, middle-class, and quaint. It has an isolated, close-knit community … Read more
Justice, punishment, and resilience. While all of these subjects are different, they deeply discuss fundamental human experiences. Diana Dirkby’s novels “Three Kidnapped, Three Siblings, Three Furies” and “The Overlife: A Tale of Schizophrenia” intertwine these themes, using Greek mythology and mental illness as two distinct lenses to explore how characters endure and overcome life’s most … Read more
Do you crave for a unique and mind-boggling narrative? Perhaps a book that will keep you glued till the very end? A story that will chill your blood? In that case, Diana Dirkby’s upcoming second novel, “Three Kidnapped, Three Siblings, Three Furies,” has the answer. Seamlessly blending psychological horror, mythology, and family dynamics—into a chilling … Read more
Because of its complex nature, only some books have targeted mental health issues like Schizophrenia! “The Overlife: A Tale of Schizophrenia“ by Diana Dirkby, in this context, is no different. Presenting a raw and authentic portrayal of what it means to live with paranoid schizophrenia, this book sets the tone for much-needed attention with its … Read more
Living with a mental health condition like Paranoid Schizophrenia can feel like trying to steer through a storm without a clear map!The stress can be intense, overwhelming, and potentially destabilizing. In my latest podcast episode, “Steadying the Ship: Staying Afloat Amidst Stress with Schizophrenia,” from the series Schizophrenia As I Live It (which you can … Read more
With “The Overlife: A Tale of Schizophrenia” Schizophrenia is often misunderstood and misrepresented! But this mental toll can lead individuals and their families to stigma. Diana Dirkby’s novel “The Overlife: A Tale of Schizophrenia” tackles these challenges head-on, offering an authentic exploration of this mental illness. Through the eyes of Sarah, a young woman who … Read more
Set against the suspenseful backdrop of a kidnapping in the fictional town of Vrayboro, my new book, “Three Kidnapped, Three Siblings, Three Furies,” takes readers on a terrifying journey into the complexities of sibling relationships. At its core, the novel grapples with the hidden dynamics of sibling abuse, a subject rarely spoken about but central … Read more