Alethea Shapiro

Alethea Shapiro, a memoirist from England, shares her journey of writing about her experiences with autism. She discusses the challenges of crafting memoirs, emphasizing the need for emotional honesty and structure. Alethea highlights how Taylor Swift's music serves as a tool for self-discovery in the autistic community. The conversation touches on the importance of authentic storytelling and overcoming gatekeeping in publishing, while also celebrating the power of writing contests to amplify diverse voices.