Alice and Me: How My Struggle With Cancer Mirrored My Protagonist’s
Lit Hub · 18 May 2026

Alice and Me: How My Struggle With Cancer Mirrored My Protagonist’s

I was supposed to have my mammogram months before. But I was writing a new novel—and so deeply steeped in it, gunning for my deadline, that I felt I couldn’t take the time for a routine scree…


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The author's battle with cancer parallels the journey of her fictional character, highlighting the emotional and psychological struggles faced during illness. This personal narrative intertwines creativity and health, revealing the profound impact of life experiences on storytelling.


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