Writing as Kenotic Experience: My Interview for The Fine Delight

Prolific writer Nicholas Ripatrazone, author of The Fine Delight: Postconciliar Catholic Literature, interviewed me for his series of conversations with writers whose work resonates with Catholicism. The interviews are a companion project to the book and include a broad spectrum of writers.

It's a privilege to have a reader give such careful attention to my words and ideas. I learned a lot by being asked these questions and in the process of responding to them.  

Here's the intro: 

"Pleased to share this wide-ranging interview with the thoughtful nonfiction writer, Cynthia-Marie O’Brien. Our subjects include methods of prayer (considering the writing act as a kenotic experience), construction of truth, how to write an essay is “to try” rather than to complete, the ability to ask questions without expecting answers, literary forms, and her new work. Her bio note follows this interview, and includes links to her great essays and articles."

Have a look: Cynthia-Marie Marmo O'Brien