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Lisa Teasley, author of the short story collection “Fluid”
FromWriters on Writing: A Weekly Podcast for Writers, Readers, & Book Lovers
Lisa Teasley, author of the short story collection “Fluid”
FromWriters on Writing: A Weekly Podcast for Writers, Readers, & Book Lovers
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Length:
60 minutes
Released:
Sep 11, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Lisa Teasley is the author of two novels (Heat Signature and Dive) and two short story collections (Glow in the Dark and, most recently, Fluid).
She joined Marrie Stone to talk about her latest collection, Fluid, which publishes on September 26th. Along the way, she shared why she gave up publishing for over 15 years (although she never gave up writing) and what brought her back around. She also shared her unique and likely relatable perspectives on agents, how to market your work without an agent, and the advantages of small presses.
The conversation also covered structure (including references to Jane Alison’s Meander, Spiral, Explode), various approaches to ordering stories in a collection, flash versus traditional short fiction, Lisa’s approach to visual versus written art, and so much more.
For more information on Writers on Writing and additional writing tips, visit our Patreon page. We’re also excited to announce the opening of our new bookstore on bookshop.org. We’ve stocked it with titles from our guests, as well as some of our own personal favorites. New titles will be added all the time (it’s a work in progress!). By purchasing through the store, you’ll support both independent bookstores and our show. Finally, to listen to past interviews, visit our website.
(Recorded on September 6, 2023)
Host: Barbara DeMarco-Barrett
Co-Host: Marrie Stone
Music and sound editing: Travis Barrett
She joined Marrie Stone to talk about her latest collection, Fluid, which publishes on September 26th. Along the way, she shared why she gave up publishing for over 15 years (although she never gave up writing) and what brought her back around. She also shared her unique and likely relatable perspectives on agents, how to market your work without an agent, and the advantages of small presses.
The conversation also covered structure (including references to Jane Alison’s Meander, Spiral, Explode), various approaches to ordering stories in a collection, flash versus traditional short fiction, Lisa’s approach to visual versus written art, and so much more.
For more information on Writers on Writing and additional writing tips, visit our Patreon page. We’re also excited to announce the opening of our new bookstore on bookshop.org. We’ve stocked it with titles from our guests, as well as some of our own personal favorites. New titles will be added all the time (it’s a work in progress!). By purchasing through the store, you’ll support both independent bookstores and our show. Finally, to listen to past interviews, visit our website.
(Recorded on September 6, 2023)
Host: Barbara DeMarco-Barrett
Co-Host: Marrie Stone
Music and sound editing: Travis Barrett
Released:
Sep 11, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
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