Beyond the Page #3 | Angela Page on Storytelling, Publishing & Bringing Family History to Life
About this episode
Angela Page discusses her journey of transforming family history into fiction and offers insights into the publishing industry.
In this episode, Steve sits down with Angela Page, author, playwright, screenwriter, filmmaker, and president of the South Florida chapter of the Women's National Book Association. Angela shares the remarkable true story that inspired her latest novel, Enrico G. , based on her great-grandfather's extraordinary life in Italy and New York during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The conversation explores the challenges of transforming family history into compelling fiction while preserving the spirit of the people who inspired it. Together they discuss: The true story behind Enrico G. Adapting stories between novels, screenplays, and stage plays Traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing Marketing books in today's publishing landscape Turning books into films and television projects AI as a tool for writers Finding writing communities and professional support Balancing historical accuracy with engaging storytelling Writing about difficult and controversial subjects with empathy and humor Why it's never too late to pursue a creative career Angela also shares practical advice for aspiring authors, from querying publishers and avoiding common publishing pitfalls to building a…
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