Episode 250
Spencer Fleury
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In this episode Kyler sits down with author Spencer Fleury to discuss his upcoming collection of short stories, I Blame Myself, But Also You, which releases on July 2. Spencer shares insights into his writing process, the challenges of crafting compelling characters in short stories, and the organic journey of assembling his collection over time. They delve into the inspiration behind some of the stories, including the intriguing first story that lends its title to the collection.
Spencer also reflects on his varied career paths, the influences that shaped his writing, and the practicalities of making time to write. He talks about the authors and books that have had a lasting impact on him, such as Raymond Carver and Russell Banks, and how revisiting these works has offered new perspectives over the years.
Great chat! Thanks for listening.
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