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Gabrielle Zevin on TOMORROW, AND TOMORROW, AND TOMORROW

Jul 5, 2022
Gabrielle Zevin, author of Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, shares insights on the parallels between writing novels and video games, explores the dynamics between main characters Sam and Sadie, discusses the challenges and benefits of writing for different audiences, and recommends two other books. Hosted by Miwa Messer.
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  • The novel Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow explores themes of mortality and creative partnerships in the world of video game development.
  • The book delves into the challenges faced by a woman in the male-dominated gaming industry, highlighting the desire for creative validation and the tension between artistic integrity and financial success.

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The Story of "Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow"

The podcast episode discusses Gabrielle Zevin's book, Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow, which is a love story and coming-of-age novel. The book explores the existential dilemmas and questions faced by the author while reflecting on her own experiences as a novelist. The main characters, Sadie, Sam, and Marx, navigate the world of video game development and the challenges of creative partnerships. The book delves into themes of ambition, friendship, validation, and the power dynamics within the gaming industry. The podcast also touches on the process of adapting the book into a film screenplay.

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