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Eowyn Ivey

Acclaimed author of novels such as "The Snow Child" and "To the Bright Edge of the World." Her work often features Alaskan settings and themes of resilience.

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Jan 24, 2025 • 49min

Eowyn Ivey, author of 'Black Woods, Blue Sky' - Pulitzer Prize finalist discusses magical realism, why success isn't relevant, and being tempted to write again

Eowyn Ivey, acclaimed author and Pulitzer Prize finalist, shares her journey from bookseller to bestselling novelist. She discusses the inspiration behind her latest work, 'Black Woods, Blue Sky,' reflecting on personal hardships and the deep impact of her Alaskan roots. Eowyn reveals her struggle with the temptation to write amidst past traumas and explores the complexities of narrating magical realism. She also contemplates the true meaning of success in storytelling and how her unique identity shapes her work.