Addiction Fiction: Will Thatcher's Journey with 'Killing Hurt'
Episode Overview
Will Thatcher shares his journey of writing 'Killing Hurt', an addiction fiction novel Exploration of the power of recovery communities and family dynamics Challenges faced in writing addiction fiction and the impact on readers Themes of honesty, relationships, and resilience in recovery portrayed in 'Killing Hurt' Insights into the transformative journey of the characters in the novel
The more that I invested into the program, the more I got back. It's really like anything else in life. My relationships became my extended family - real conversations, honesty, and mutual support.
Ever heard of Addiction Fiction? Neither had Will Thatcher, until he wrote 'Killing Hurt'. In this episode of The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast, host Margaret Swift Thompson sits down with Will to unpack the unique genre of Addiction Fiction. Will shares his personal journey, the inspiration behind his novel, and the challenges he faced while writing about such a sensitive topic. The conversation delves into the themes of family, community, and resilience that are woven throughout the book.
Margaret and Will explore how storytelling can be a powerful tool in understanding and coping with addiction. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or just curious about this emerging genre, this episode offers a fresh perspective on the intersection of literature and addiction. Tune in to hear about Will's creative process and the impact he hopes 'Killing Hurt' will have on readers.