Monday, March 12, 2012

Hear Authors Read Their Work on The Writers' Block Podcasts

A decade or so ago, even unknown authors often found themselves on publisher-funded promotional tours.  Bookstores worked overtime to keep up with busy schedules of reading/signing events for authors passing through town. Those days are gone but we can now console ourselves with podcasts.  Hear the voices of contemporary authors of both fiction and non-fiction at The Writers' Block, an impressive series of podcasts put out by KQED, San Francisco's NPR/PBS outlet.  Writers can also submit their own work to the series.  The focus is on younger writers so you're likely to encounter some new, interesting voices.    

6 comments:

  1. An Interview with Brian Kellow, author of "Can I Go Now? The Life of Sue Mengers, Hollywood's First Superagent."
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  2. I really like the idea of authors reading their own work because a writer’s voice can add another layer of meaning to a story. The rhythm, emotion and personal connection behind the words often become much clearer when readers can hear the creator presenting the work directly.

    Podcasts are a wonderful way to make literature more accessible. They allow people to experience writing in a different format and create a stronger connection between authors and audiences.

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  3. This is a great example of how audio can transform the way we experience creative work. Hearing an author read their own writing brings personality and emotion that cannot always be captured on a printed page.

    The connection between storytelling and sound is fascinating. Just like music, a spoken performance can change the mood, highlight certain moments and create a more immersive experience for the audience.

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