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EPISODE · Feb 14, 2026 · 30 MIN

How to Write an Autobiographical Novel

from Open Book with Narratively Academy · host Rafael Frumkin and Brendan Spiegel

In this week’s episode of “Open Book” author Rafael Frumkin tells us why they decided to write an autobiographical novel instead of a memoir—and explains how nonfiction writers can get started with turning their true experiences into fiction.If you didn’t get the chance to join us live, just click play above to watch the whole thing, or listen in your favorite podcast player. We’re making this episode free to all.And if you’re ready to make the leap into fiction yourself, don’t miss Rafael’s class—From Essays to Novels: Fiction Writing for the Nonfiction Writer—which kicks off this coming Thursday, February 19.Subscribe to Narratively Academy to make sure you never miss an episode of Open Book. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.narrativelyacademy.com/subscribe

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