'Anything is Good' & Homelessness Insight
- 'Anything is Good' & Homelessness Insight Betsy Wurzel 42:10
In a recent interview, Betsy spoke with Fred Waitzkin, an award-winning writer best known for his memoir, Searching for Bobby Fischer, which was adapted into an Oscar-nominated film. During the interview, Fred discussed his latest book, Anything is Good. They delved into the story’s protagonist, Ralph Silverman, and the circumstances that led to his homelessness. The conversation explored how homelessness can affect anyone and highlighted the diverse and compelling characters in the novel, offering insights into the culture of homelessness.
Fred also shared his creative writing process and the motivations behind writing this book, which draws on the experiences of his childhood friend. Betsy found Anything is Good to be a powerful and gripping read she couldn’t put down, feeling like she was witnessing the events firsthand. Betsy highly recommends this fiction novel, based on true events, and encourages readers to visit Fred Waitzkin’s website to explore his other works and learn more about his background. Additionally, Betsy suggests connecting with Fred Waitzkin through his website.
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