Grace Loh Prasad: How to Write a Memoir That Rocks

Twenty years in the making, "The Translator's Daughter" is Grace Loh Prasad's poignant and deeply personal memoir–and in this episode she reveals the real story behind sharing her own story! From pursuing her passion for writing through an M.F.A. program, to the path of publishing her book, Grace shares how her lauded memoir took shape and how others can also tap into the stories they hold inside. . Whether you're a writer, reader, or simply ready to tune into your inner voice, Grace's wisdom will surely inspire you. 

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Episode highlights:

[00:00] Introduction

[2:38] Grace discusses the 20+ year journey of writing The Translator's Daughter

[12:46]  A glimpse into Grace’s writing practice

[17:38]  How the solitude of writing retreats help Grace’s writing process

[20:31]  Writing from a place of love and courageous transparency 

[27:20] How Grace balances her time with a full time job to make space for writing

[33:00] Grace talks getting published - without an agent

[36:04]  Grace shares her tip to rock it

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Links from this episode:

More info on Grace Loh Prasad and The Translator’s Daughter: https://www.translatorsdaughter.com/

Purchase The Translator’s Daughter here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-translator-s-daughter-a-memoir-grace-loh-prasad/20584707?ean=9780814258972

Mad Creek Press: https://ohiostatepress.org/madcreek.html

Machete books: https://ohiostatepress.org/books/series/machete.html

Anil Prasad: https://www.innerviews.org/about

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