Understanding Truth and Writing

The speaker discusses their perspective on truth, emphasizing its subjective nature. They recount their journey to finding a unique writing voice, which led to the creation of a controversial book. This controversy, rather than being a setback, liberated them from traditional publishing constraints, allowing them to embrace creative freedom and reject conventional literary norms. They now focus on storytelling without adhering to established categories, publishing independently and valuing personal expression over societal expectations.

How does the speaker view the concept of truth?

• As a scientific principle

• As a universally accepted notion

• As a subjective individual experience

• As an objective fact

What was the speaker's initial reaction to writing 'A Million Little Pieces'?

• They felt it was the right voice

• They decided to abandon the project

• They felt it was a slow process

• They were unsure about the content

How was 'A Million Little Pieces' originally intended to be published?

• As a collection of essays

• As a novel

• As a memoir

• As a self-help book

What was the speaker's reaction to being written off by the publishing community?

• They were indifferent

• They were excited

• They were confused

• They were devastated

What did the speaker decide about their future writing after the controversy?

• To follow traditional publishing rules

• To stop writing altogether

• To write and publish on their own terms

• To write only factual content

How does the speaker describe their current approach to writing?

• Following strict literary conventions

• Breaking rules and redefining norms

• Adhering to societal expectations

• Focusing solely on fiction

What does the speaker prioritize in their storytelling?

• Telling a story in their own way

• Adhering to factual accuracy

• Meeting publishing standards

• Following popular trends

What does the speaker use in their writing to tell stories?

• Only personal experiences

• Only fictional elements

• Only factual elements

• A mix of factual and fictional elements

Where does the speaker currently publish their books?

• Through a university press

• Through traditional publishers

• Through an art gallery and online

• Through a major publishing house

What impact did the controversy have on the speaker's writing career?

• It restricted their creativity

• It ended their career

• It freed them to be radical

• It forced them to conform