Speaking of columns and pieces that speak to me in a unique, authentic voice .. this thing on Rihanna by Miranda July is a good example.
I am actually hestitant to mention it.
Because I can see how easy it would be to suck you in.
But perhaps I can point out some of the highlights ..
.. of exactly what spoke to me and how. (And maybe even why.)
But first, how do you even get a gig like that, Miranda?
Does RiRi pick you? Or agree to who they send?
I am curious about the behind-the-scenes negotiations.
"But who will go for us?" .. "Here I am," Miranda said, "Send me!"
But starting at the end .. the final (and lingering) flavor that the reader comes away with from your piece .. is one of muscular authenticity.
Which means that you pulled it off. And with a flair, too. Because that it what the bad girl is all about. And your writing style reflected that.
[ I confess that I am curious if you did that intentionally or subconsciously. ]
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