Jarred Thompson: The Institute for Creative Dying
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In this episode, Pagecast co-producer Nicola Bergsteedt chats with Jarred Thompson, an accomplished researcher and educator specialising in literary and cultural studies.
Jarred, who currently serves as a lecturer in the English Department at the University of Pretoria, is an esteemed author and recipient of multiple accolades, including the 2020 Afritondo Prize and the runner-up position in the 2021 Dream Foundry Prize.
He has been honoured with prestigious scholarships such as The Global Excellence and Stature Scholarship, and The Chris Van Wyk Creative Writing Scholarship and has received grants from the National Arts Council.
This chat delves into the fascinating journey of Jarred Thompson as he takes us behind the scenes of their debut novel, "The Institute for Creative Dying," which has garnered considerable attention and praise.
Jarred shares their insights on the creative process of crafting a compelling short story and offers valuable advice on how to build a flourishing writing career.
Whether you're an aspiring author or a literature enthusiast, this episode promises to be an inspiring and educational experience.
Enjoy!
In this episode, Pagecast co-producer Nicola Bergsteedt chats with Jarred Thompson, an accomplished researcher and educator specialising in literary and cultural studies.
Jarred, who currently serves as a lecturer in the English Department at the University of Pretoria, is an esteemed author and recipient of multiple accolades, including the 2020 Afritondo Prize and the runner-up position in the 2021 Dream Foundry Prize.
He has been honoured with prestigious scholarships such as The Global Excellence and Stature Scholarship, and The Chris Van Wyk Creative Writing Scholarship and has received grants from the National Arts Council.
This chat delves into the fascinating journey of Jarred Thompson as he takes us behind the scenes of their debut novel, "The Institute for Creative Dying," which has garnered considerable attention and praise.
Jarred shares their insights on the creative process of crafting a compelling short story and offers valuable advice on how to build a flourishing writing career.
Whether you're an aspiring author or a literature enthusiast, this episode promises to be an inspiring and educational experience.
Enjoy!
