Write Now with Scrivener Episode 47: April Davila, Novelist and Mindfulness Instructor
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Feb 5, 2025 April Davila, a novelist and mindfulness instructor, talks about her journey from science to storytelling, drawing inspiration from an ostrich farm for her novel '142 Ostriches.' She discusses how mindfulness practices enhance the writing process, helping authors balance family and creativity. April introduces her upcoming book, 'Scribbling Buddha,' and shares strategies for maintaining writing habits. The importance of writing communities and tools like Scrivener is highlighted, offering insights into effective organization and motivation in the creative journey.
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Ostrich Farm Inspiration
- April Davila's novel, 142 Ostriches, was inspired by a real ostrich farm near her home.
- The farm's unique setting and the ostriches themselves symbolized the complexities of family relationships.
Themes of Family and Loss
- Davila's novel explores themes of family dysfunction, grief, and responsibility.
- The story examines how different generations cope with loss and difficult family dynamics.
Publishing Journey
- Davila's agent, whom she'd met in grad school, quickly accepted her manuscript.
- Despite initial rejections from editors, the novel eventually found a home with Kensington Books.
