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Novelist and Macarthur 'Genius' Kelly Link - The Book of Love

Mar 1, 2024
Kelly Link, acclaimed writer, discusses her transition from short stories to novel writing, capturing the essence of youth in narratives and exploring the intersection of love and horror in storytelling. She shares insights on her writing process, the transformative power of the ocean, and hints at future projects during the insightful interview.
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Quick takeaways

  • Short story writers face pressure to write novels, influencing Kelly Link's transition.
  • Kelly Link embraces creative freedom in novel writing, exploring love in various forms.

Deep dives

Kelly Link's Transition from Short Stories to Writing a Novel

Kelly Link, known for acclaimed short story collections, has transitioned to writing a novel after three decades. Link discusses the pressure on short story writers to eventually write a novel and how this questioning influenced her decision. She highlights the process of writing a novel, emphasizing the exploratory nature where each novel presents unique challenges and learnings that may not predict the next project.

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