On 'The Death of The Author' (e-book)

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A book is its own entity, existing independently of its author. It speaks for itself in bookstores. It lives in homes the author will never visit. But what happens, when the story that leaves your hands and belongs to a reader is not just any story—but your story? On ‘The Death of The Author' is a craft essay reflecting on life after publication and responds to Roland Barthes' theory as an essayist in the digital era.

A book is its own entity, existing independently of its author. It speaks for itself in bookstores. It lives in homes the author will never visit. But what happens, when the story that leaves your hands and belongs to a reader is not just any story—but your story? On ‘The Death of The Author' is a craft essay reflecting on life after publication and responds to Roland Barthes' theory as an essayist in the digital era.

From On ‘The Death of The Author’:

“And here was Kaleidoscope, ready to be sent to my editor. I started envisioning the next steps toward publication—finding a book designer and working with them on a concept—a book like a kaleidoscope, a note to self ‘Contact printer—iridescent interiors?’ Plans began to form for a supplement in the back of the book with prompts for reflection, a social media campaign—maybe even an anthology—inviting other mixed-race people to share their piece of the kaleidoscope of our experiences. The book would be a gathering place, a beginning, as much as its own story or piece of art. But then, with a sobering sink of my stomach, I realized, Oh god—this is going to be a book.”

Product Info: On ‘The Death of The Author’ e-book

Publisher: Kung Fu Girl Books (November 17, 2022)

Format: .epub

File Size: 2 MB

Language: English

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