If I had to pick my favorite author, it would be Tom Perrotta. He tells tales of suburban America that I think are cutting, relatable, and engrossing. Perrotta's novels, such as Election and Little Children, thrust him into the spotlight after they were adapted into critically acclaimed films; Perrotta co-wrote the screenplay for Little Children with Todd Field, earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay.His novel The Leftovers, about the aftermath of a Rapture-like event, was adapted into a Peabody Award-winning HBO television series, which he co-created and produced. Other notable works include the novels The Abstinence Teacher, Mrs. Fletcher (also adapted into an HBO mini-series), and Tracy Flick Can't Win (2022), along with the short story collection Nine Inches.Today, I wanted to look at the video of Perrotta giving writing advice and see what we could glean from his words. Let's dive in. Tom Perrotta's Advice For Writers I think it's extremely valuable to listen to authors, especially ones who have worked in both film and TV. There's a real demystification of the act of writing and lots of great advice on finding yourself and your voice. Perrotta found early inspiration in his life by just reading anything and everything. In the video, he recalls the profound impact of diving into worlds like Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. But beyond just being a fan, Perrotta felt a pull towards doing. When he turned to writing, something inside him clicked. Perrotta describes a sense of ease and natural...
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