A Muse And A Maze: The Mysteries Of Fiction Writing

By Alex Curley,

Published November 20, 2014 at 11:28 AM EST

The cover for the book A Muse & A Maze by Peter Turchi

Here's a riddle: What does the craft of writing fiction have to do with mystery, magic, and puzzles?

In his latest book on writing, (Trinity University Press, 2014), Peter Turchi explores the minds of writers, artists, puzzle makers, and magicians.

Host Frank Stasio talks with author and professor of writing at University of Houston Peter Turchi about his newest book and what he has observed from years of studying the art of writing.

He will read at tonight at 7 p.m., tomorrow night at 7:30 p.m., and in Asheville Saturday at 7 p.m..

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