SWRT 127 | Inspiration & Activism with Talia Carner
October 10, 2019

This week, author Talia Carner returns to the Story Works Round Table to discuss her sources of inspiration, how the tiniest fact can spark an entire world, how writing and social activism have come together in her life, how stories can be conversation starters for change, and so much more! Part 2 of 2. 

 

 

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If you haven’t heard our other conversations with Talia, check them out in episodes 123 and 124!
And before you listen to this part, check out part one here.

Should you have your theme in mind when you start the book? Is there a formula that Talia follows for her particular books? And how did her writing turn into activism? Talia’s message for all of us is to take advantage of the opportunities that you are given.

You can find Talia at taliacarner.com

What we talked about:

Did Talia have all her thematic elements in mind when she started the book? (0:55)

Do Talia’s books have a formula she follows? (3:47)

How has Talia’s writing led her into activism? (5:13)

Take the opportunities that you are given! (12:33)

The opportunities that The Third Daughter has brought to Talia as an activist. (15:38)

What advice would Talia give to writers who want to tackle a social ill? (20:00)

 

 

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