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Episode 571: Tessa Hulls
Mar 6, 2024
Tessa Hulls discusses her graphic memoir 'Feeding Ghosts,' blending personal and historical narratives in a graphic novel, navigating the creation process, and balancing objectivity and authenticity in documenting personal stories. She also shares insights on political sensitivities in research and the intersection of artistic creation and seasonal breaks.
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- Embracing personal history, the author delves into a previously avoided family narrative, weaving together past and present.
- Crafting a graphic memoir challenges storytelling norms by infusing historical context with emotional depth visually.
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Project Undertaking and Personal Revelation
The author details embarking on the monumental project of writing a graphic memoir about her family history. She reveals how the story she tried to avoid eventually caught up with her, leading to a deep dive into her grandmother's salacious past and her mother's journey. Despite initial reluctance, she found herself resigned to exploring the narrative, highlighting the blend of personal history and historical context that shaped her decision.
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