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Bonnie Garmus on becoming a global phenomenon in her 60s

Conversations

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Navigating Dual Careers: From Copywriting to Fiction Writing

The chapter follows the speaker's journey from working in scientific textbooks to becoming a successful copywriter and creative director while pursuing a career in fiction writing. It explores the challenges of balancing both careers, facing rejection in publishing, and finding motivation to continue despite doubts. The conversation showcases the evolution of the speaker's writing skills and the unexpected success of a novel amidst the struggles of juggling multiple professional aspirations.

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