Daniel Pyne and Brian Townsley- Twentynine Palms- The book

from Highway 62 · host Danny Thompson

Summary In this episode of the Highway 62 podcast, host Danny Thompson welcomes author Daniel Pyne and Brian Townsley to discuss their works, particularly focusing on Pyne's novel '29 Palms'. The conversation explores the journey of the book, the unique setting of 29 Palms, the role of small presses in modern publishing, and the impact of corporate influence on storytelling. They also touch on the importance of authenticity in storytelling, the upcoming 29 Palms Book Festival, and the evolution of serialized storytelling in television. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Guests and Their Works 02:41 Exploring '29 Palms' and Its Journey 08:12 Researching the Desert and Its Influence 10:15 The Unique Community of 29 Palms 14:51 The Role of Starlight Pulp and Indie Publishing 19:41 The Changing Landscape of Storytelling 27:44 The Success of Bosch and Authentic Storytelling 34:40 The 29 Palms Book Festival and Community Engagement

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