Liz V

Liz V asked Frances Mayes:

I also wonder what kind of travel writing you prefer and why: fiction or nonfiction?

Frances Mayes I look for the same qualities in travel writing that I enjoy in novels and other nonfiction--a strong personal voice and a felicitous writing style. Story, especially dangerous adventure, is not enough. Walking through a medieval town can be more riveting than escaping from six bears.

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Do you tend to stick in the memoir and travel memoir world when selecting books to read? Who are some of your favorite authors alive today?

Connie

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Do you have advice for someone trying to move to Europe now?

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Ashley Le asked Frances Mayes:

When you were growing up did you always know you wanted to become a writer? I certainly feel that this is an ambition of mine but every story I start I neglect to finish. Any advice?

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