ReThinking How novelist Gabrielle Zevin learned to enjoy failure
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Jun 25, 2024 Gabrielle Zevin, an acclaimed novelist known for her bestseller Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, shares her insights on navigating failure and creativity. She discusses how setbacks can foster resilience and inspire new beginnings. The importance of intrinsic motivation over external validation comes to light, alongside the emotional journey of writing. Zevin also highlights the delicate balance of solitude and collaboration, and the complexities of crafting relatable characters and relationships in storytelling.
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Zevin's Journey with Success and Failure
- Gabrielle Zevin discusses her experience with both successful and less successful books.
- She emphasizes her resilience and pride in her ability to handle failure without devastation.
Fear of Reading More
- Adam Grant expresses his fear of reading Zevin's other works after loving Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow.
- Zevin responds that readers often connect with just one of her books due to her evolving style.
Fresh Starts in Writing
- Zevin discusses her approach to writing, viewing each book as a fresh start.
- She acknowledges that her earlier works don't match her current vision but show her artistic development.
