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Crowdfunding on Kickstarter w/ Holly Black — Intentionally Blank Ep. 174
Oct 2, 2024
In this lively chat, Holly Black, celebrated author of the Spiderwick Chronicles and Book of Night, joins Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells. They dive into the thrilling world of Kickstarter, exploring the logistics and creative processes behind successful campaigns. Holly shares her own experience crowdfunding and discusses the evolution of indie creators in a community-driven space. The trio also tackles a whimsical notion of plushy meat cleavers, wrapping humor around the art of storytelling in fantasy and reality. Tune in for a blend of insights and laughs!
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- The debate around Calvin and Hobbes exemplifies how narrative interpretation can influence literary genre classification in fantasy storytelling.
- Holly Black's experience with Kickstarter emphasizes the complexities of engaging fans while managing the logistical hurdles of product creation.
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Fantasy and Reality in Literature
The discussion revolves around the classification of Calvin and Hobbes as a fantasy. One author argues that despite Hobbes being a stuffed animal, the narrative presents him as a real entity through Calvin's imagination, thus allowing the story to be interpreted as fantasy. Another perspective suggests that if Hobbes is ultimately not real, then the narrative shifts from fantasy to a realistic portrayal of childhood imagination. This debate highlights how the interpretation of a story can shape its classification, emphasizing the flexibility of literary genres.
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