Memoir Nation
Light-hearted Writing During Heavy-hearted Times, featuring Neely Tubati-Alexander
Mar 11, 2024
Join Brooke, Grant, and Neely Tubati-Alexander as they discuss the fun of romance writing, publishers' preferences, and how to break into the genre. Explore the appeal of light-hearted stories for escapism, community building in romance writing, embracing diversity, and the rise of Romantisee genre on platforms like TikTok.
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Quick takeaways
- Romance writers prioritize fun and escapism, appealing to publishers with diverse, light-hearted stories.
- Light-hearted narratives offer readers uplifting experiences amidst darker literary themes, emphasizing the value of escapism.
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Embracing Light-Hearted Writing in Various Genres
The podcast episode explores the value of integrating light-hearted writing into genres like memoir, commercial fiction, poetry, and children's books. Hosts Brooke Warner and Grant Faulkner discuss the significance of pursuing fun, brain candy, and escapist literature alongside heavier emotional writing. Guest Nili Tubati Alexander emphasizes telling light-hearted stories with diverse characters, strong women balancing love and careers, encouraging authors to explore joy in storytelling.
