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Fusing identity and healing: Author explores memoir writing, chaos, pain, writing process, and more
Content trigger warning: This episode touches on topics including self-harm, alcoholism, drug use, and eating disorders. Sheelagh Caygill talks with acclaimed Iranian-Canadian multigenre writer Hollay Ghadery about the themes and inspirations behind her powerful memoir, Fuse. The conversation opens with Hollay discussing being a mixed-race woman and navigating the complexities of identity, family, belonging, and cultural heritage.

Sheelagh Caygill
Jun 55 min read
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How does a writer get an agent or publishing contract? Persist, adapt, understand the publishing industry
On Creative Writing co-founders Emma Woodhouse and Sheelagh Caygill discusses Emma's experiences writing a novel, finding an agent, and eventually getting a publishing contract in episode 001 of the On Creative Writing podcast. Emma, a new and prolific author of poetry, non-fiction, and fiction, delves into her writing process, distinctive style, and experiences through the agent and publishing landscape in the UK.

Sheelagh Caygill
Jun 15 min read
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