Rediscovering the Joy of Telling Stories

The speaker shares a personal story about a barn theater from their childhood, igniting their love for storytelling. They reflect on how they've always had stories and characters knocking around inside them, but never pursued it seriously due to societal expectations. However, after a transformative experience, they decide to follow their passion and create Backhouse Books to publish their own stories. They express the desire to create a space for people to gather and tell stories, envisioning readers coming together to read and act out the plays. The speaker encourages listeners to move what excites and inspires them to the center of their lives, regardless of age or external circumstances.