Steven Duong

In this engaging discussion, Steven Duong, a second-year MFA candidate at the Iowa Writers' Workshop, shares insights on his journey from poetry to fiction. He contrasts the competitive expectations of Iowa with the supportive community he found. Duong explores the relationship between poetry and narrative, discussing how constraints fuel creativity. He also delves into the blending of genres and how his diverse background shapes his writing. Listeners will find inspiration in his reflections on the transformative power of community and collaboration in the writing process.