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Scott Turow in conversation wioth Steph Cha at Live Talks Los Angeles

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Scott Turow discusses the evolution of his protagonist Rusty Savage, the inspiration for his legal thrillers drawn from his time as a prosecutor, and his philosophy on genre fiction.summaryHe emphasizes the importance of plot in revealing character, the moral obligation of writers to imagine lives different from their own, and the value of ambiguity in fiction over overt political messaging.summaryTurow's protagonist Rusty Savage was created to bridge the gap between literary fiction and popular appeal, aiming to satisfy both an English professor and a bus driver by combining hardboiled mystery elements with poetitakeaway

David Baldacci, Scott Turow, Harlan Coben, Walter Mosley, Attica Locke, Joe Ide at Live Talks LA

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This panel discussion with six acclaimed crime fiction authors explores the intersection of genre writing, literary merit, and social commentary, emphasizing that compelling storytelling transcends rigid genre boundariessummaryThe authors share formative experiences in bookstores, discuss the psychological depth of crime fiction as a vehicle for exploring human transgression and justice, and provide practical advice for aspiring writers focusesummaryCrime fiction serves as a moral framework where consequences are enforced, providing readers with a sense of justice often absent in real-world legal and political systems.takeaway

Scott Turow in conversation with Ridley Pearson at Live Talks Los Angeles

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He highlights the importance of mentorship, the value of empathy in fiction, and shares specific anecdotes about his creative methods and industry relationships.summaryFiction's primary purpose is not necessarily to change society but to foster empathy by allowing readers to experience the world from another person's perspective, deepening their humanity.takeawayTurow's career breakthrough was ironic: he went to law school with a contract to write non-fiction about law students ('1L'), which launched his literary career and provided compelling subject matter.takeaway

Jane Smiley in conversation with David Francis at Live Talks Los Angeles

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Author Jane Smiley discusses her novel 'Some Luck,' a historical fiction trilogy chronicling an Iowa farm family from 1920 to 1953, exploring themes of faith, drought, and the role of luck in survival.summaryEthical Writing: Smiley justifies writing about family members by noting that they shared stories willingly and that fiction allows for necessary artistic license, though she acknowledges the invasion of privacy.takeaway“The only thing I can say about that is that they also understood what was fiction and what was non-fiction... they had told so many stories over the years that they were getting what they deserved.”quote