Fiction writers from the Naples Writers' Workshop read successful stories and ask "Why Is This Good?"
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Why Is This Good? is hosted by Kristine Gill, J. C. Bronsted, and Rob Curtin.
187: “A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings” by Gabriel Garcia Marquez
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In this episode, we discuss “A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings” by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. What can we learn from this magical story? What kind of story can magical realism create for the reader? How does a story establish a moral stance? How can we be sure our stories focus on human concerns? What is the difference between magical realism and surrealism?
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November 1st, 2026 by Naples Writers' Workshop