ReThinking

The psychology of fiction with Jennifer Lynn Barnes

Mar 14, 2023

In this engaging conversation, bestselling author Jennifer Lynn Barnes, known for her popular Inheritance Games series, opens up about her dual passions for fiction and psychology. She dives into the emotional connections readers forge with characters and how stories shape our understanding of human behavior. Jennifer discusses the influence of children's literature on innovation and the importance of relatability in writing. The dialogue also touches on the role of imagination in narratives and how fandoms enrich the reading experience.

45:24

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The Power of Storytelling to Create a Shared Vision

00:50

Fiction: The Evolutionary Gossip

01:55

Intro

2min

Fiction and Psychology: A Dual Passion

16min

The Balance of Co-Authoring and Reader Engagement

2min

The Impact of Children's Stories on Innovation and Achievement

2min

Navigating Narrative Construction

3min

The Empathy of Fiction: Exploring Connections

20min

The Relatability and Empowerment in Fiction Writing

3min

As a novelist, Jennifer Lynn Barnes has earned acclaim from critics and fans alike – her series The Inheritance Games has sold over a million copies. Before she became a bestselling author, she was a leading researcher in psychology on what draws us to fiction – and how it affects us. Jennifer and Adam discuss the psychology of reading and writing, fiction and fandom, and the role of imagination in the stories we love most. Then a special guest co-host (Adam’s daughter!) asks Jennifer about creativity, her favorite characters, and what makes a piece of writing original. Transcripts for ReThinking are available at go.ted.com/RWAGscripts

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