Locked Room Crime Novel, and the Multiples Inside Writers
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In this episode 330, we feature Academy Award-nominated screenwriter Iris Yamashita with her debut crime novel, City Under One Roof. Caroline Ailanthus explores the many personalities and personae inside a writer. And we share book recommendations, and more.
Today’s Featured Authors
Iris Yamashita Time Stamp: 6:03
Iris Yamashita has been working in Hollywood for 15 years as a writer and teacher and was nominated for an Academy Award for Letters from Iwo Jima. Her first novel, City Under One Roof, drops readers into an isolated, snowy town and is perfect for fans of Twin Peaks, Mare of Easttown, and Broadchurch.
Caroline Ailanthus Time Stamp: 36:45
From Caroline Ailanthus’s blog post “On Containing Multitudes,” we take the following points:
- Every writer–and every human–contains numerous voices and personalities inside them.
- Inspiration may feel like it comes from elsewhere, whether it’s “the muse” or your characters talking to you, but those are all parts of your own psyche that you can harness.
- Embrace the flexibility of your perspective and personality across time to enrich your writing.
2-Minute Tip: Time Stamp: 29:00
Don’t miss Charlotte Lit co-founder and executive director Paul Reali’s tip, part two of his series on how to get started.
Elevator pitches:
Thanks to Brenda Wilson for sharing an elevator pitch for Red Door Scriptures.
Community Updates:
Listen to our episode for updates on the Charlotte writing community, including events from the Charlotte Writers Club, Charlotte Lit, and more
Host Updates:
Sarah: I recently returned from a trip to Charleston, where I had a great time touring the historic neighborhoods and eating at some excellent restaurants.
Hannah: I just wrapped up a trip to Austin, where I enjoyed seeing friends, exploring the artsy city, and visiting local bookstores.
Landis: I’m currently preparing for a move to be closer to my grandson. I’m also making plans for an event in April with the Charlotte Writers Club to celebrate the launch of The Write Quotes series–stay tuned for more.
Book Recommendations: Time Stamp: 47:02
Hannah recommends:
Verity by Colleen Hoover
Sarah recommends:
The Bumblebee Flies Anyway by Robert Cormier
Landis recommends:
A Course Called America by Tom Coyne
Mark West, Storied Charlotte Blog, recommends:
The Hornet’s Nest by Jimmy Carter
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