Ep. 28: LUCY CALDWELL

Summary

In this episode, acclaimed novelist and short story writer Lucy Caldwell speaks to host Elena Lappin about her new short story collection DEVOTIONS, exploring themes of love, death, spirituality, and the power of storytelling. She shares insights into her writing process, influences, and the deep connection between music, memory, and narrative.

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Lucy Caldwell, Devotions, short stories, Irish literature, storytelling, writing process, themes of love and death, spirituality, music in stories

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Themes of love, death, and spirituality in 'Devotions'

The influence of Irish culture and history on Caldwell's work

The role of music and memory in storytelling

The evolution of Caldwell's writing from plays to fiction

The importance of collaboration and editing in her process

The interconnectedness of stories and the concept of life and death

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