Even as a child and teenager, I did not have a taste for fantasy, and did not read CS Lewis or Tolkein like many of my contemporaries in the late 50s, early 60s. I was too reality-based. I have not been able to read any of the fantasy that is now widely available. But I just read a sample chapter of T. A. Barron's work and I am intrigued enough to try one of his Kate novels. Thank you for the introduction, and the brilliant episode. The idea of accepting your identity as a writer even if not published is so encouraging. I have learned that from Rosemerry, and now claim my identity as poet.
And Christie, I read A Tale for the Time Being when it was first published, and always said I would re-read it. I brought this book to my book group recently, and after re-reading it, I think it is one of the most brilliant novels of this century. Ruth Ozeki has a lot of resources on her website. Her conversation with Leanne Hall about A Tale should not be missed! https://www.ruthozeki.com/writing-film/time-being/watch
Even as a child and teenager, I did not have a taste for fantasy, and did not read CS Lewis or Tolkein like many of my contemporaries in the late 50s, early 60s. I was too reality-based. I have not been able to read any of the fantasy that is now widely available. But I just read a sample chapter of T. A. Barron's work and I am intrigued enough to try one of his Kate novels. Thank you for the introduction, and the brilliant episode. The idea of accepting your identity as a writer even if not published is so encouraging. I have learned that from Rosemerry, and now claim my identity as poet.
And Christie, I read A Tale for the Time Being when it was first published, and always said I would re-read it. I brought this book to my book group recently, and after re-reading it, I think it is one of the most brilliant novels of this century. Ruth Ozeki has a lot of resources on her website. Her conversation with Leanne Hall about A Tale should not be missed! https://www.ruthozeki.com/writing-film/time-being/watch