LA Review of Books

Sofia Samatar's "Opacities: On Writing and the Writing Life"

Aug 30, 2024
Sofia Samatar, an acclaimed author celebrated for her insights into writing, chats with Kate Wolf about her book Opacities, which addresses the intricacies of the writing process. They dive into the importance of community in writing, counteracting the myth of solitary authorship. Samatar reflects on the challenges of identity in publishing, especially for writers of color. Additionally, they explore resilience in literature, censorship, and the iterative process of refining narratives, all while emphasizing authenticity in a writer's voice.
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