Uncorking a Story Podcast

Uncorking a Story

Hosted ByMike Carlon

Stories influence, teach and inspire us, but what about the storytellers who create them? Uncorking a Story profiles storytellers to uncover how their background and life experiences influence the stories they create. We learn what motivates them, their path to success, and what fuels them to keep creating. It all starts by asking one simple question, where does your story begin? Welcome to uncorking a story. All of the books promoted on Uncorking a Story can be viewed and purchased here: https://bookshop.org/shop/UncorkingaStory

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Be Bold, with Edward Carey

October 31, 2023 MPN Uncorking a Story 0 Comments
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Edward Carey is a novelist, visual artist, and playwright. His previous novels include The Swallowed Man, which was a New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice, Little, Alva & Irva, and Observatory Mansions. He joined me on Uncorking a Story to talk about his career and latest novel, Edith Holler.

Key Themes

  1. Edward’s Creative Journey: Edward Carey’s journey as a multifaceted artist began with his passion for drawing as a child. He explored various artistic mediums, including visual art, playwriting, and novel writing.
  2. Embracing Vulnerability in Writing: Edward emphasizes the importance of embracing vulnerability as a writer. He believes that even in fiction, writers reveal a part of themselves on the page, allowing readers to connect with their subconscious thoughts and emotions.
  3. The Intense Relationship Between Writers and Characters: Edward discusses the deep connection between writers and their characters. He believes that writers must surrender control and allow their characters to guide the story, creating a more authentic and compelling narrative.
  4. Unleashing Creativity through Theater and Writing: Edward shares his experience of combining theater and writing to create a unique and empowering creative process. He highlights the power of storytelling and how it can be used to address important social issues.
  5. Finding Inspiration in Unexpected Places: Edward reveals how the pandemic unexpectedly influenced his latest novel, “Edith Holler.” 

Buy Edith Holler

Amazon: https://amzn.to/400QZKF

Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/54587/9780593188903

Connect With Edward

Website: https://edwardcareyauthor.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/EdwardCarey70

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edwardcareyauthor/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EdwardCareyAuthor

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