

How to Approach "Truth" in Creative Nonfiction
16 snips Aug 20, 2023
Emily Rapp Black, author and professor, discusses truth in creative nonfiction. They explore the distinction between creative nonfiction and other forms, reflect on death's impact on life perspective, engage in extreme sports for release, delve into the challenges and subjectivity of truth, share experiences with hate mail, writing personal topics and finding inspiration, discuss resurrection and curiosity in creative nonfiction, and recommend craft books and resources for writers.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Exploring Truth and Artistry in Creative Nonfiction
02:48 • 9min
Embracing Death to Connect with Life
11:39 • 7min
Engaging in Extreme Sports and Finding Calm in Parenting Challenges
18:53 • 2min
Exploring Truth in Creative Nonfiction
20:33 • 20min
Hate Mail and Meaningful Letters
40:41 • 22min
Writing About Personal Topics and Finding Inspiration
01:02:40 • 5min
Resurrection and the Role of Curiosity in Creative Nonfiction
01:07:38 • 13min
Discussing a Craft Book and Resources for Writers
01:20:41 • 5min