
Amy Lin
Author of the micro memoir "Here After." Her work has been published in places such as Ploughshares, and she has been awarded residencies from Yaddo and Casa Comala.
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Dec 5, 2024 • 55min
The Power of Micro Memoir: Grief, Storytelling, and Experimentation with Amy Lin
In this engaging discussion, Amy Lin, author of the micro memoir "Here After," delves into the intricacies of grief and storytelling. She highlights the unique power of micro memoirs to express universal experiences. Amy critiques traditional views on grief, revealing the often ignored complexities and non-linear nature of healing. They also explore how writing can serve as a transformative tool for self-discovery and connection, emphasizing the importance of authenticity in storytelling. Plus, tips for balancing book launches with self-care make this conversation a treasure for writers.

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Apr 22, 2024 • 1h 3min
Amy Lin
Writer Amy Lin discusses the science of grief and coping with young widowhood in her memoir 'Here After'. Topics include childhood eccentricities and storytelling abilities, a blind date mix-up, navigating grief and support, healing in the hospital, the complexity of grief, the interplay of grief and narrative structure, and finding courage in unexpected moments.