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Tin House Live : Matthew Zapruder on Story of a Poem

Between The Covers : Conversations with Writers in Fiction, Nonfiction & Poetry

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Fear, Acceptance, and the Transformative Power of Poetry

The chapter explores the themes of fear, acceptance, and love in poetic creation, emphasizing the transformative power of writing. It delves into the struggle of overcoming fear to craft impactful poetry, drawing parallels to the pollination process in trees and collaborative creativity. The speaker shares insights on the personal journey of self-reflection and vulnerability, highlighting the intimate process of composing poems and navigating challenging experiences like a child's autism diagnosis.

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