Writing the Future in the Dream Machine

YouTube·Creative Writing

Explore the journey of renowned Brazilian author Socorro Acioli in this inspiring TEDx talk as she shares her experiences with making life-changing decisions at a young age and the path that led her to become a celebrated writer. Discover insights from a Jabuti Prize winner and creator of acclaimed works like "A Cabeça do Santo" and "O pipoqueiro João." Learn how Acioli's novel "The Head of the Saint" gained international recognition, being selected as the best teenage work by the New York Public Library. Gain valuable perspectives on balancing a successful writing career with academic pursuits, as Acioli discusses her role as a Literature Studies doctorate and course coordinator at the University of Fortaleza.