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eMerge Unchained
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"eMerge Unchained" is a dynamic podcast that delves into the creative minds of writers from all walks of life. In each episode, we explore the stories behind the stories—diving into the craft, process, and sources of inspiration that fuel these authors. Whether they’re poets, novelists, screenwriters, or storytellers of any kind, we aim to uncover what keeps them motivated, what challenges they face, and the unique ways in which they unleash their creativity.
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Interview: Durell Carter
Feb 2300:37:02Tap to summarizeIn this episode of eMerge Unchained, host Aubrey Green sits down with Durell Carter, poet, short story writer, and teacher empowering high school students. They discuss the challenges of preforming compared to simply writing, and the dangers of working a gas station during a police sting.Durell shares about his time in the Red Dirt MFA program and how that was a pivotal period in both his life and writing journey. Coming to poetry only after years of writing stories, he recounts the importance of clever teachers pulling him out of his comfort zone and the importance of using grounded, everyday language in his poems.Listen as they talk about how formative the early years can be, commiserate over rejection letters, notice the tingles that come from having work published, and the importance of community no matter where you are in your literary life.Send us Fan MailSupport the showemerge-magazine.com
Transcribe →Interview: Jennifer Sneed
Feb 900:48:58Tap to summarizeIn this episode of eMerge Unchained, host Aubrey Green laughs with author Jennifer Sneed about the secret struggles of the children’s book industry, from the enormous age range (13-18 years old) YA is expected to serve to the reality that board book writers face—their work will literally be consumed by their audience.Together, they talk about what really changes when writing for middle grade readers versus adults, what never changes at all, and why character is always at the center of good storytelling. Jennifer also shares some of her favorite authors, explains why she keeps returning to children’s literature, and opens up about aiming big with her latest short story submissions.So join them as they gush over the Thursday Murder Club books and learn why the SCBWI might have the worst name for one of the best communities out there.Send us Fan MailSupport the showemerge-magazine.com
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