Happy Place Book Club Meets: Fate, mortality, and psychics, with Liane Moriarty
Dec 6, 2024
Liane Moriarty, bestselling author of 'Here One Moment,' chats about her gripping exploration of fate, mortality, and psychic connections. She delves into the balance of planning versus spontaneity in storytelling, sharing humorous writing mishaps. The discussion reflects on how awareness of mortality shapes creativity and decision-making. Moriarty also emphasizes the importance of 'main character energy' and intrinsic motivation in life and art, inviting listeners to embrace their unique narratives.
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Book Idea Origin
- Liane Moriarty's book idea came while on a tarmac, without a book, observing passengers.
- She imagined someone revealing everyone's death details, sparking the plot.
Death's Complexity
- The subject of death can be both terrifying and mind-blowing.
- It's a strange topic to explore, abstract and deeply confronting.
Researching Mortality
- Liane Moriarty researched death, including how thinking about it affects spending.
- She concluded that if told your death date, you'd likely deny it and fight it.
