Join us as our host engages with Rebecca Bratspies author of "Naming Gotham: The Villains, Rogues & Heroes Behind New York's Place Names", and many more! Learn about what inspired her to write her books. Happy Reading & Writing!
Author Bio
Rebecca Bratspies lives with her cats, teenager and husband in Astoria Queens. When not geeking out about New York City history, Rebecca is a professor at CUNY School of Law. A scholar of environmental justice and human rights, Rebecca has written scores of law review articles; five books (including Naming Gotham: the Villains, Rogues, and Heroes Behind New York Place Names); and three environmental justice comic books (with Charlie LaGreca Velasco). She serves on NYC’s Environmental Justice Advisory Board and EPA’s Children’s Health Protection Advisory Committee and is a scholar with the Center for Progressive Reform and a member of the NYC Bar Environmental Committee. ABA-SEER honored her work with its Commitment to Diversity and Justice Award.
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Timestamps
00:15 Introduction
00:36 What are your books about?
1:55 What inspired you to write your books?
3:19 Who are your books for?
5:47 How long have you been writing?
6:43 What is your schedule when you are writing a book?
8:45 What do you need in your writing space to help you stay focused?
9:43 Do you have a favorite writing snack or drink?
10:22 What type of books do you personally enjoy reading?
11:18 Are there any books or authors that inspired you to become an author?
12:41 What books did you grow up reading? Did you have an all-time favorite?
13:39 Now as an adult, do you have a favorite series or author?
14:54 What would you tell someone just starting to read again?
15:31 What advice would you give to someone just starting to write their own book?
17:29 Any additional comments?
18:30 Where is the best place for our listeners to connect with you?