Joyce Carol Oates on Discipline, Depth, and a Life Devoted to Writing

Presented by: Clay Stafford | Joyce Carol Oates

Categories: Passion | Philosophy | Writing

In a rare and intimate conversation, Clay Stafford and Joyce Carol Oates explore the philosophy of writing, the discipline required to sustain a creative life, and the lifelong pursuit of truth through story.

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