Join host Edith on the latest episode of Book Love Companion as she interviews Izzy Arnfeld, an aspiring author from Upper Austria. Izzy discusses her lifelong passion for writing, from early storytelling with a childhood friend to her current projects. She delves into her fascination with true crime, discusses her writing process, and debates between prose and scriptwriting. They also cover the challenges of maintaining focus, the importance of writing communities, and Izzy’s upcoming films and projects. Tune in for an engaging conversation on the craft of writing and literature.
00:00 Welcome to Book Love Companion
00:42 Izzy Arnfeld’s Journey to Becoming an Author
02:27 Childhood Reading Influences
04:48 True Crime and Personal Experiences
07:41 Exploring Different Writing Forms
09:48 The Challenge of Choosing a Writing Form
12:34 The Importance of Writing Communities
15:53 Balancing Perfectionism and Creativity
20:46 Writing for Different Audiences
26:22 Writing for the Market vs. Writing for Yourself
28:48 The Challenges of Following Market Trends
31:39 Balancing Writing and Day Jobs
33:27 The Writing Process: Tools and Techniques
36:08 Editing and Overthinking
39:01 Future Goals and Publishing Aspirations
48:01 Film Projects and Creative Ventures
52:03 Final Thoughts and Where to Find More
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