

133 The Hidden Machinery - Discovering the Secrets of Fiction (with Margot Livesey)
Mar 2, 2018
Novelist Margot Livesey discusses her book 'The Hidden Machinery: Essays on Writing' and its ability to offer new insights into familiar books and authors. They explore topics like writing fiction, creating compelling characters, aesthetics with Virginia Woolf, and the show versus tell debate. They also discuss the struggles of conveying characters in writing and the importance of trusted feedback. Additionally, they examine Shakespeare's approach to storytelling and reflect on the conversation.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Helping Edgar Allan Poe - Promoting an Intern and Inspiring Writers
01:57 • 5min
The Hidden Machinery: Exploring the Power of Literature and Writing Rules
06:41 • 9min
The Early Years of the Beatles in Hamburg
15:46 • 3min
The Power of Honesty
18:46 • 12min
The Struggles of Conveying Characters
30:25 • 18min
The Importance of Trusted Feedback
48:14 • 17min
Beginning Dramatically: Shakespeare's Approach to Storytelling
01:05:42 • 11min
Reflecting on the Conversation and Promoting the Book
01:16:54 • 4min