Episode 14b - Interview with Genevieve Fortin
A series of interviews with authors of historically-based fiction featuring queer women.
In this episode we talk about
How interviewing Franco-American families in New England inspired Water’s Edge
Her love for literature from ca. 1900 and the decadent movement’s exploration of sexuality
Researching the social and economic circumstances of immigrant communities in late 19th century New England
Cluing your historic characters in on their sexual possibilities
Plans for a sequel and to center lesbian characters in the history of Quebec
Publications mentioned:
Water’s Edge by Genevieve Fortin. Bella Books, 2017 Get it on Amazon.com | Amazon.co.uk | Amazon.ca
Monseiur Vénus by Rachilde
Nana by Émile Zola. 1880.
The Franco-Americans by Yves Roby. 2004 Get it on Amazon.com | Amazon.co.uk | Amazon.ca
More info
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You can find Genevieve Fortin here
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