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Meg Mason's surprise success with Sorrow and Bliss
Jun 13, 2022
Meg Mason, Ennis Ćehić, and Leila Motley discuss their successful novels on mental health, dark storytelling in advertising, and police corruption. Topics include representing mental illness, humor in writing, and the impact of real-life events on fiction.
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- Meg Mason's unexpected journey from doubts to Women's Prize shortlist.
- In 'Sorrow and Bliss,' the bond between Martha and her sister portrays sibling complexities.
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Meg Mason's Journey to Women's Prize Shortlist
Meg Mason, the author of 'Sorrow and Bliss,' shares her unexpected journey from not aiming for literary prizes to being shortlisted for the Women's Prize. Despite initial doubts, her book's humor and authentic storytelling have garnered significant recognition, leading to a whirlwind experience.
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