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Danni Levy's avatar

After every interview,I tend to think about which answer resonate with me the most. For this one with Jordan, it was definitely what turned out differently. Very similar to Jordan's, in my parallel Universe, I was an attorney with a big impressive life. My life turned out much different. In 1995, I was fresh out of law school (passed the NY bar exam), when my parents sent me to St. Maarten with girlfriends as a gift. Basically, I never came back. Well, I did but with a 26 year old Italian man who I have been married to for 30 years. We have created a life as far from the NY layer life as could be imagined. We are semi nomad, have roadschooled two girls and are constantly recreating ourselves. We do things that we love and deal with all of the imperfections and challenges together. My life is far from perfect. Definitely not big and impressive, but absolutely full. I love the way it turned out. I couldn’t stand those suits anyway. All of this just to express how much I love reading about people who have the courage to step out of the box and create something with their full heart. Thank you Jane and Jordan for reminding me that I am exactly where I want to be. We tend to forget this many times along the way to loving ourselves and our lives. Looking forward to reading some of Jordan's work and listening to the audiobook she recommended. xo ❤️

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Jane Ratcliffe's avatar

How wonderful, Danni!! And so glad you enjoyed Jordan's answers and that they inspired such a potent and beautiful memory! ❤️

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Writing in the Pause's avatar

That is a gorgeous story, Danni! I love that so much.

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Danni Levy's avatar

When I read yours I was like, YES! There is nothing that makes me more mushy than an old school, out of the box love story still making love. So enjoyed getting to know you. If you were to recommend one of your books, do you have a favorite? xo

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Writing in the Pause's avatar

awww. I also love a time-tested love story. In terms of my novels, I'd say Fallout reflects who I am more today, and is pretty timely, but Forged in Grace has a special place in my heart. Thank you for asking!

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Danni Levy's avatar

And what about the books about writing?

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Writing in the Pause's avatar

There, I'd say you would want to pick the focus that is most relevant to your needs, but if you wanted a "starter" book that I think is most essential, I'd go with Make a Scene. I have a new one coming out in January, "Sound of Story" about voice and tone that I'm excited about.

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Danni Levy's avatar

Thank you so much! Congratulations on the new book. May your week be love-filled. xo

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Andrea Jarrell's avatar

So awesome! Loved everything about this and I'll definitely be checking out The Creative Fire. Thank you Jordan and Jane for a wonderful interview.

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Jane Ratcliffe's avatar

So glad you enjoyed it, Andrea!! And, yes, TCF sounds incredible!

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Writing in the Pause's avatar

Thank you Andrea! Jane is so gracious.

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Jane Ratcliffe's avatar

Aw, thank you, Jordan! As are you!!

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Jeannie Ewing's avatar

Jane, I just want to thank you again for these powerful interviews and author Q & A pieces that you host on your Substack space. Last week, I attended the NonfictioNOW Conference, and Kiese Laymon was the keynote on the first day. I never would have known about him or his work, had it not been for the interview you featured with him not long ago. Listening to him speak so lyrically and eloquently last week solidified my belief in the power of the arts community. So thank you again, and also for sharing Jordan Rosenfeld with us today!

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Jane Ratcliffe's avatar

Oooooh, I love hearing this, Jeannie! Thank you! And how WONDERFUL you were able to hear Kiese speak!! He's got something special going on. So happy you enjoyed Jordan's words, as well!

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Jeannie Ewing's avatar

You’re such a gem in this literary community, Jane, and I just wanted you to know that.

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Writing in the Pause's avatar

Second this!

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Anne Lewis's avatar

Ditto

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Jane Ratcliffe's avatar

I'm so happy you enjoyed it, Anne!

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Anne Lewis's avatar

Gradually getting to know your writing. Thank you.

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Imola's avatar

Another great morning read! Thank you Jane and Jordan. I too love Clarissa Pinkola Estés. I will look up The Creative Fire!

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Jane Ratcliffe's avatar

Yay! So glad you enjoyed it, Imola! I knoooow, CPE is the best! I can't wait to listen to that as well!

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Writing in the Pause's avatar

It's funny how I couldn't quite connect with her as deeply when younger and now she's speaking my language!

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Amy Brown's avatar

So enjoyed this interview. The Creative Fire now on my list, as this really spoke to me: ‘The essential wisdom at the root of the 2.5 hour book is that our creativity may go underground, may feel lost to us, but it is a living force that burns on, and we simply have to learn how to tap back into it.’ I’ve got a bit of an underground problem happening with my creativity. This gave me hope.

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Jane Ratcliffe's avatar

I'm so happy you enjoyed the interview, Amy! And, yes, The Creative Fire sounds like a very healing book! I hope it helps!!

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