Understanding the Writer's Journey

The speaker shares their unique journey with reading, starting at age 24, and their preference for living authors over classics. Edith Wharton's work significantly influenced them, expanding their literary horizons. They list favorite authors and genres, expressing admiration for many writers. The speaker critiques Hemingway's work, finding it unappealing. They also discuss the surreal experience of having their memoir adapted into a film, highlighting the excitement and challenges of the process.

At what age did the speaker start reading books?

• 18

• 24

• 30

• 16

Why did the speaker initially avoid reading books by deceased authors?

• They disliked historical contexts

• They wanted to anticipate new releases

• They preferred contemporary stories

• They found them boring

Which author changed the speaker's view on reading works by deceased authors?

• Carson McCullers

• Hemingway

• Edith Wharton

• Flannery O'Connor

What genres does the speaker prefer to read?

• Poetry and drama

• Biographies and history

• Fiction and science

• Memoirs and essays

Which scientific fields are of particular interest to the speaker?

• Biology and chemistry

• Cosmology and astrophysics

• Geology and meteorology

• Psychology and sociology

How does the speaker feel about Hemingway's writing style?

• They find it humorous

• They find it unappealing

• They find it confusing

• They find it inspiring

What humorous comment does the speaker make about Hemingway's legacy?

• He is now a line of furniture

• He is a renowned philosopher

• He became a famous poet

• He inspired a new genre

How did the speaker describe the experience of their memoir being turned into a film?

• Confusing and chaotic

• Disappointing and dull

• Surreal and exciting

• Boring and tedious

What was the speaker's involvement on the film set?

• They wrote the screenplay

• They were heavily involved

• They directed the film

• They visited briefly

What did the speaker gain from the film experience?

• New writing skills

• Financial success

• Lasting friendships

• A new career path