Listen "In a World of AI, Creative Writing Matters More Than Ever - Sophie Hiscock, First Story UK"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Krish journeys into The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau, the gripping first book in the Books of Ember series. Set in an underground city built to shelter humanity after a global disaster, the story follows Lina Mayfleet and Doon Harrow as they uncover a long-lost message and risk everything to save their dying world. It is a story of courage, curiosity and hope and a reminder that asking questions can change everything.Krish also chats with Sophie Hiscock from First Story UK, a brilliant organisation helping young people discover the power of their own voices through creative writing. Sophie shares how storytelling can build confidence, why finding your unique voice matters and how writing and reading together can open up endless possibilities. Key topics covered in this episode:The City of Ember, a thrilling story of mystery, courage, and discoveryHow First Story UK empowers young people through creative writingWhy every child’s voice deserves to be heardTips for starting your own writing journeyThe importance of creativity and imagination in an age of AIFollow First Story UKInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/firststory_uk/Website: https://www.firststory.org.uk Follow KrishInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishthepodcaster Follow The Fourth BookmarkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefourthbookmark
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