Edward Carey is a novelist, visual artist, and playwright. His previous novels include The Swallowed Man, which was a New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice, Little, Alva & Irva, and Observatory Mansions. He joined me on Uncorking a Story to talk about his career and latest novel, Edith Holler. Key Themes Edward's Creative Journey: Edward Carey's journey as a multifaceted artist began with his passion for drawing as a child. He explored various artistic mediums, including visual art, playwriting, and novel writing. Embracing Vulnerability in Writing: Edward emphasizes the importance of embracing vulnerability as a writer. He believes that even in fiction, writers reveal a part of themselves on the page, allowing readers to connect with their subconscious thoughts and emotions. The Intense Relationship Between Writers and Characters: Edward discusses the deep connection between writers and their characters. He believes that writers must surrender control and allow their characters to guide the story, creating a more authentic and compelling narrative. Unleashing Creativity through Theater and Writing: Edward shares his experience of combining theater and writing to create a unique and empowering creative process. He highlights the power of storytelling and how it can be used to address important social issues. Finding Inspiration in Unexpected Places: Edward reveals how the pandemic unexpectedly influenced his latest novel, "Edith Holler." Buy Edith Holler Amazon: https://amzn.to/400QZKF Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/54587/9780593188903 Connect With Edward Website: https://edwardcareyauthor.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/EdwardCarey70 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edwardcareyauthor/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EdwardCareyAuthor Connect with Mike Website: https://uncorkingastory.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSvS4fuG3L1JMZeOyHvfk_g Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncorkingastory/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uncorkingastory Twitter: https://twitter.com/uncorkingastory Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uncorkingastory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uncorking-a-story/ If you like this episode, please share it with a friend. If you have not done so already, please rate and review Uncorking a Story on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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