EPISODE 10 - Creative writing with Samantha Edwards
Samantha Edwards - author, comic artist, and children's librarian. Samantha's debut graphic novel, A Tale as Tall as Jacob, draws from her personal experiences growing up with her brother Jacob, who was diagnosed with ADHD. She holds a BFA in drawing and a master's in Library and Information Science.
Join Rachel and Samantha in this engaging conversation as they delve into Samantha's journey as an author and the unique challenges she faces in the publishing world. They explore Samantha's experiences of being published by Andrews McMeel, an independent publishing house, and the limitations in marketing resources. The discussion also touches upon the vulnerability of artists and navigating feedback, both positive and negative. Samantha's ADHD diagnosis as an adult and its impact on her writing process and personal experiences are explored in depth.
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