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LEIGH BARDUGO: #1 NYT Bestselling Author of "SIX OF CROWS"


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Hey Storytellers!

We have author Leigh Bardugo of #1 New York Times Bestseller "Six of Crows" on the show with us today! Entertainment Weekly says, "...it’s one twist after another in a heist at times reminiscent of Inception."

Everyone is talking about the beautiful madness she's created in that book: Magic, thieves, knives, criminals, and a heist. A very, very grand heist. If you're one of the few who haven't read it yet, this is your chance to win an autographed copy of "Six of Crows"! What are the rules for the contest? All you have to do is pay special attention to Leigh's episode and post your favorite quote from the interview on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Be sure to unblock your account and tag @88CUPSOFTEA and include #88CUPSOFTEA so we can sort through and choose the lucky winner! 

Leigh and I chat about everything: Her time as a professional make-up artist, an insider's look at how authors are involved with their own book covers (if at all), the inspiration behind her books, how 'structure' can be an awesome writing tool, and we talk a lot about WRITING RETREATS (my favorite topic).

You're going to love this episode.

“There’s no clear line for creatives."

“I believe very firmly in writing a disastrous first draft."

“Structure is a beautiful thing."

What You'll Learn From This Episode:
  • Advice on building an intricate and exciting world for your stories

  • How knowing the ending of your story helps with the process of writing the first draft
  • Leigh's writing process

  • How to find the perfect writing retreat to create a productive environment for you 
    • The incredible advantages of writing retreats 
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      Learn More About Leigh Bardugo
      Leigh Bardugo is the author of the New York Times-bestselling Grisha Trilogy. She was born in Jerusalem, grew up in Los Angeles, graduated from Yale University, and has worked in advertising, journalism, and most recently, makeup and special effects. These days, she lives and writes in Hollywood, where she can occasionally be heard singing with her band.​
       
      Leigh's Recommended Books & Resources:

      Howl's Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones  

      Carter Beats the Devil by Glen David Gold

      Madcap Retreats

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