Karen Eisenbrey
In this episode of 'Set Listing, Bruce,' host Jesse Jackson welcomes author and musician Karen from Seattle. Despite a windstorm causing a power outage, Karen joins the podcast to share her deep passion for Bruce Springsteen, her background in music, and her journey in writing fantasy and science fiction novels. Karen discusses her early life in central Washington, her varied musical influences, and her experiences playing in a garage rock band with her brother. She also delves into her writing career, including her upcoming book, music-themed novels, and the influence of storytellers like Bruce Springsteen and Ursula K. Le Guin. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the intersection of music, writing, and creativity. Find more about Karen's work here - https://kareneisenbreywriter.com/ 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:03 Karen's Musical Background 02:05 Early Influences and Family 08:04 Discovering Bruce Springsteen 10:54 Karen's Writing Journey 22:43 Incorporating Music into Writing 26:29 The Challenge of Titling Chapters 26:50 Writing Songs from a Character's Perspective 28:54 The Power of Hats and Visibility 30:28 From Short Story to Superhero Band 31:27 Influences and Inspirations 33:44 Exploring New Creative Avenues 38:30 Garage Band Beginnings 43:58 The Mary Question Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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