212: Marsha Jacobson's Memoir Journey: Exploring Calamities, Family, and Writing [NANOWRIMO Day 9]

<p><strong>Guest:</strong> Marsha Jacobson</p> <p><strong>Episode Name:</strong> Marsha Jacobson's Memoir Journey: Exploring Calamities, Family, and Writing [NANOWRIMO Day 9]</p> <p><strong>Episode Number:</strong> 212</p> <p> ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________</p> <p>About the guest</p> <p>Having grown up in a small Midwest town, Marsha Jacobson attended college in Boston and discovered she is a city enthusiast. She currently resides in New York City and excels as an author, teacher, and writing coach. Her work has graced prestigious publications, including the New York Times, the Visible Ink anthology, and the flash fiction anthology, "For Sale: Baby Shoes, Never Worn." Her debut book, "The Wrong Calamity," offers a glimpse into her remarkable journey. In her prior professional life, she held executive roles in both corporations and nonprofits and served as a consultant to nonprofit organizations. Beyond her literary pursuits, you may find her indulging in her love for literature in a park or experimenting with unconventional recipes in her kitchen, all while harmonizing with a carefully curated playlist.</p> <p> ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________</p> <p>In the interview with Marsha Jacobson, the author of "The Wrong Calamity: A Memoir," she discusses the origins of her book's title, which has both literal and metaphorical interpretations, exploring the theme of personal and familial calamities. Marsha shares her experience with beta readers, emphasizing her approach to writing about family members as undeveloped characters in her memoir. She also highlights the importance of refining her story over time and receiving feedback from fellow writers in workshops. Her memoir is now available, and readers can find it on various platforms, with Marsha Jacobson maintaining an online presence for those interested in her work.</p> <p> _______________________________________