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London Writers' Salon
#085: Maggie Smith — Crafting Viral Poems, Writing Memoir, Becoming a Better Poet, Narrative Device, Substack, Commercial vs Creative Work
Dec 2, 2023
Award-winning poet Maggie Smith discusses her process of crafting viral poems, writing a memoir, and becoming a better poet. Topics include narrative device, Substack, and the balance between commercial and creative work. The episode explores navigating personal boundaries, the importance of prioritizing poems, and embracing change and experimentation in writing.
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- Crafting a memoir involves focusing on personal thoughts, feelings, and observations while considering the impact on relationships and exercising self-care.
- Poetry and memoir should prioritize self-expression and exploration over explicit usefulness to the audience.
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