Getting Out of the Writing Cave with Michelle Maryk (5)

from Subway Reads · host Leia Menlove and Rachel Reynolds Westerwelle

This week, Leia and Rachel discuss the best writing advice they’ve ever received and the art of navigating failed drafts. Then Rachel tells us about going to an event put on by Reading Rhythms in honor of Library Week 2026 at the Jersey City Free Public LibraryThat’s where she spoke with today’s guest, the multitalented Michelle Maryk, debut novelist of THE FOUND OBJECT SOCIETY, all about being on panels, talking about your work, and the debut experience.Then, as this IS a book podcast, we present you with:Leia’s Subway Read: Whidbey by T. Kira MaddenRachel’s Subway Read: The Queen of the Night by Alexander CheeMichelle’s Subway Read: Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng by Kylie Lee BakerAnother Brilliant Book Mentioned in this Episode: How to Write an Autobiographical Novel by Alexander Chee, The Society by Karen WinnDive into the full conversation:You can listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and get the full episode break-down on our Substack. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit subwayreads.substack.com

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