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Melissa Febos
Nationally bestselling author of four books, including Girlhood, which won the National Book Critics Circle Award in Criticism, and Body Work: The Radical Power of Personal Narrative.
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Jun 28, 2025
• 1h 4min
#151: Melissa Febos — The Art of Memoir: Turn Life Into Art, Undoing Shame, and Choosing The Artist’s Life
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Melissa Febos, a bestselling author and professor, shares insights on the craft of memoir writing. She discusses the transformative power of addressing taboo subjects and how vulnerability can lead to compelling narratives. Febos reflects on her journey through solitude and self-exploration while writing her latest book, exploring the balance between privacy and connection. She emphasizes the importance of personal obsessions in creativity and offers wisdom on overcoming fears in sharing intimate stories, underscoring the enduring value of authentic storytelling.
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