Jacqueline Faber: A Journey into Dark Academia | #573
Today’s guest is Jacqueline Faber, the author of The Department … and Meb’s wife! In today’s special episode, Meb & Jacqueline discuss the book’s themes, including trauma, memory, and the impact of the Kitty Genovese case. They both talk about how they approach the writing process, the art of getting noticed in a crowded market, and how to engage your audience with unreasonable hospitality. Be sure to get a copy of The Department today and leave a review!
Key Points
- The department is a psychological thriller centered on a college girl’s disappearance and a philosophy professor's obsession with the mystery, exploring deeper themes of coping with loss and memory.
- Jackie Faber discusses how academia provides a rich backdrop for thrillers due to its transgressive boundaries and the transformative experiences of students encountering new ideas and freedoms.
- The episode highlights the importance of delighting customers and readers with unique, personalized touches, drawing parallels between writing, marketing, and delivering exceptional experiences in business.
Follow Jacqueline: Website; The Department; Instagram
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