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In part one of this series, graphic novelist and literary agent Tori Sharp shared tips on pitching to publishers, how story guides design, and the challenge of creating honest art.

Now, in part two, Tori talks about stories as "sense-making" devices, urges the importance of celebration breaks during long projects, and shares her experience as an autistic artist.

Once again, our production coordinator, Mari Gonzalez Curia, who is currently seeking representation for her first original graphic novel, joins me as co-host.

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00:57 Agent Vs Creator
01:32 Magical Or Terrifying?
02:43 Shouldn't You Be More Excited?
04:24 Taking Celebration Breaks
06:45 Why "Get Out Of The House" Is Good Writing Advice
07:38 Stories As "Sense-Making" Devices
09:26 Neurodivergence & Artistic Development
10:53 Good Teachers Are Good Listeners
11:26 The People Who Can Only Hear Your "Voice"
12:28 Developing Adult Characters In Stories For Kids
14:31 Feeling "Seen" By Stories
19:36 How Has Your Mindset Changed?
21:05 The Best Advice You've Ever Received
21:44 ...And The Worst?
22:45 The Magic Feather