A powerful conversation about writing, literature, and territory marked the author talk with Estevão Maria Ferraresi. In an open and inspiring dialogue, the writer shared how the pandemic shaped his creative process and fueled the development of his book O segredo de Saint-Michel: Renascimento, offering insights into the challenges, decisions, and inspirations behind the story.
Moderated by Bruno Souza Araújo, the discussion went beyond the book itself, addressing the importance of the periphery occupying every space — including the publishing industry. The conversation highlighted the barriers faced by independent authors, the difficulties of accessing major publishing houses, and the urgent need to expand opportunities for diverse voices within Brazilian literature.
When the author asked the audience, “Who here writes?”, the event transformed into a meaningful exchange. Participants shared reflections on literary genres, creative blocks, discoveries within their writing journeys, and possible pathways to publishing a book. The dialogue reinforced the idea that writing is also an act of courage, persistence, and identity affirmation.
More than just a talk, the event reaffirmed literature as a tool for expression, belonging, and transformation — and emphasized that stories from the periphery not only can, but must, circulate across all territories.
