Pillar & Ground Connecting with Author & Musician Allen Levi
Dec 8, 2023
In this engaging conversation, Allen Levi, a singer-songwriter, author, and retired lawyer, shares the journey behind his novel, Theo of Golden. He reveals how mundane moments inspired his protagonist and the importance of portraying true goodness amidst life's complexities. Allen discusses the richness of his characters and the symbolic setting, drawing from his own hometown experiences. The heartfelt dialogue touches on the challenges of writing about goodness and the need for compassion across social divides. Prepare for a thought-provoking exploration of storytelling that resonates deeply.
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Words As A Single Craft
- Allen Levi sees songwriting, lawyering, and novel-writing as the same craft of using words to tell persuasive stories.
- He pivoted careers because he wanted to provoke Godward thought through storytelling.
Write To Invite, Not Preach
- Write for a wide audience rather than only people who already share your beliefs.
- Use goodness rooted in lasting motives to invite readers across the faith spectrum.
Coffee Shop Portrait Spark
- The book idea began in a Columbus coffee shop where Allen saw many pencil portraits on the wall.
- He imagined buying and returning the portraits to the people pictured, which became Theo's plot seed.