In this video Nora and I discuss:
- 01:26 Her rural background and its impact on her writing
- 06:34 Why she became a writer
- 11:20 What her writing life is like
- 14:23 First drafts, failures, and knowing your process
- 22:49 Finding your unique voice
- 25:15 What makes a good story
- 29:38 The importance of audience
- 34:21 Projects she’s currently working on
- 39:48 Tips for becoming a published author
- 47:00 The value of rural stories, cultures, and languages
Dr. Parton's Literacy In Place 