Why Write? | Ann Hood | TEDxProvidence

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9 жыл бұрын

Ann Hood gives a passionate and personal talk about her life, how and why she began to write, along with events in her life that shaped the stories that were eventually turned into the novels she published.
Ann Hood is the bestselling author of the novels The Knitting Circle, The Obituary Writer, An Italian Wife and the memoir Comfort: A Journey Through Grief, which was named one of the top ten non fiction books of 2008 by Entertainment Weekly and was a NYT Editor’s Choice. She’s won two Pushcart Prizes, Best American Food Writing Awards, and Best American Spiritual and Travel Writing Awards.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx

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@danielreed3718 6 жыл бұрын

Keep looking for the fire in the darkness, My friends. When you find it, may it never leave you cold.

@AUnicorn666 6 жыл бұрын

Daniel Reed I like being cold

@katiekat4457 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome talk. She had my undivided attention the whole time. My mind didn’t wander off once and that is saying something. She is a great story teller.

@abdulkhafidsulaymaan 3 жыл бұрын

me too. I think i'm in love..

@rawankazma3929 6 жыл бұрын

you made me laugh and cry but most importantly you touched my soul.

@TheHeartOne 6 жыл бұрын

And me, too, Rawan Kazma! Blessing for you AND books!

@user-zw3zy5wi3o 4 жыл бұрын

I learned from her this. “Look!Look!.” It’ s a wonderful and powerful word.

@stacywiebe4828 5 жыл бұрын

From one weird little girl to another, thank you.

@mindsvoices 7 жыл бұрын

it felt like reading an audio book of great story when I listened to your talk.

@abinashsubba5170 3 жыл бұрын

READ!!!!!!

@Dogbertforpresident 4 жыл бұрын

Just started writing, you are so right in that one reason we write is to understand the world we live in. In never thought of it that way. Thanks for the perspective!

@bohobutterflies3074 3 жыл бұрын

I very seldom comment on youtube videos but I must in this case. This was absolutely incredible storytelling. I found it so interesting that the first real book you had read was Little Women in second grade because I had nearly the same experience, with the same book! This video brought me so much comfort and joy watching. Thank you so much for making this Ted Talk, you are inspiring young writers everywhere.

@yasminyasser9386 Жыл бұрын

I came by this video while I’m on the bus and inspite of all the hustle around me, I was still focused 100% with what she’s saying. Awesome storyteller🖤

@WutheringHeightWoman 5 жыл бұрын

I find her way of speaking, or rather storytelling about her own life just mesmerising. She can capture attention. She caught mine for sure. I don't recall reading anything of hers but I'll look for it.

@yamika. 3 жыл бұрын

We need more teachers like Ms. Nolan.

@devonboulden2496 5 жыл бұрын

There are a lot of published authors who cringe when they look at their 1st or 2nd unpublished manuscripts. Some keep those manuscripts around to keep themselves humble.

@niihjulienne6353 3 жыл бұрын

The first I ever wrote got missing in the care a friend who begged to read it. So many years after writing it, I think I would have cringed so hard from reading that story. I was only 12, I think, and I was fascinated with fantasy stories so I wrote my first ever "Thompson's Adventures". I can't remember the plot so well but I know it is about Thompson, a young boy, who used a path he wasn't supposed to and landed in a magical world where he met this magical creature that guided him. I even went as far as illustrating the story. After more than 10 years and some pending stories I created but never typed, I considered picking up my childhood passion. That is what brought me here. I am sincerely inspired by this woman.

@devonboulden2496 3 жыл бұрын

@@niihjulienne6353 It's really nice you're inspired again.

@areadneG 6 жыл бұрын

Even if she here just speaks its like i am reading a book!!!

@paulalovesart4545 6 жыл бұрын

This was so incredible and inspiring. Thank you for sharing with us. So sorry for your losses as well. Much love.

@TheHeartOne 6 жыл бұрын

What an incredible inspiration, indeed, and I am so very sorry for you losses, as well! Thank you for your comment, Stamp with Paula! Blessings to you and Ann!

@exdejesus 9 жыл бұрын

Wow! What a terrific talk!

@JennyCShand 8 жыл бұрын

Wow. A talk that went straight to this writer's heart. Thank you for your story!

@AmbiCahira 6 жыл бұрын

If audio books sounded like storytelling like this I would listen to them way more. I enjoyed this very much as well as related to it.

@katiekat4457 6 жыл бұрын

Ambi Cahira i completely agree. My mind didn’t wander and she had my undivided attention the whole time.

@maggieblue22 6 жыл бұрын

Love her work, love her. She's such a great example for those of us who are unpublished...

@alabamajenny8751 3 жыл бұрын

I could listen to Ann Hood tell her stories all day. I would love to hear about living on Sullivan Street in NYC. I long to hear the stories of her Italian women’s stories. What a gifted storyteller. Thank you, Ms Hood.

@dennisr.levesque2320 6 жыл бұрын

Why Write? There are an infinite number of reasons. Just try it and it pick one. You can't lose. The better you get at it, the more things/objectives you can use it for. Some people don't even get that far, and can't use it for anything... Actually, that can be said about a lot things, including science. I like to say that science is the cookbook for making things. It's like in The Sound Of Music when Julie Andrews said, "When you know the notes, you can sing most anything." I never did agree with people (Pink Floyd) who say, "We don't need no education." They say that in protest against being another brick in the wall (of the establishment). When in fact, it's the key to getting beyond the wall (of your limitations). I'm glad you found your path to freedom/success.

@neslisultan 3 жыл бұрын

What an underrated talk😻 this had me more hooked than my favourite book or tv show!

@AnnaMaledonPictureBookAuthor 5 жыл бұрын

So powerful, so full of emotions, from laughter to tears. She's an amazing story teller. She was mesmerizing. Please don't believe some ridiculous comments below saying she is boring. You have to have no heart not to connect with her. One of the best TED talks.

@kandirussell5024 3 жыл бұрын

I had a completely different experience growing up, but I appreciate being able to hear her personal story.

@draconiskittensweetie9765 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely bowled over when she said that Grace died - she's a powerful storyteller

@cassidymia6323 16 күн бұрын

top 3 ted talks right here!!

@salt_provider4824 4 жыл бұрын

man talk about engrossing. i was so hooked to your stories. all i was thinking was keep going.

@lilibethvilella 2 күн бұрын

Finally Published my 1st book at 50 on finding wholeness after divorce called “THE SUN ALWAYS PIERCES THROUGH” 🌳☀️

@leonhaywood2376 Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful talk. Sorry for the loss of your daughter. And thank you for sharing your story.

@AntonRodionovGomez 6 жыл бұрын

Looking for the fire myself. Thank you, Ann.

@flora_fitrapy Жыл бұрын

Lovely. I was glued beginning-end.

@Funnykid536 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! Excellent! I swallowed each word, each expression, each gesture... until the end!

@toriviruette5 4 жыл бұрын

Captivating story-teller. I write to understand my soul.

@Locke_daisy3786 Жыл бұрын

This was a beautiful talk. Thank YOU for all of it.

@aurorambm1487 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for you words. Thank you

@donmelbouchard Жыл бұрын

By sixth grade I had read nearly all the books in my elementary library in Lambert, Montana. I had a similar experience with my first grade teacher, Mrs. Bertha Baxter, who first gave me the gift of sight by sending a note home to suggest that I couldn't see, thereby leading to my new glasses, and secondly by realizing that I could read far above my grade level. She sent me to third grade reading hour in my first grade year, and I never looked back. The world opened up, and I have been in love with the power of story ever since. Great TEDx Talk!

@laloarr 3 жыл бұрын

"Because I'm Italian, I didn't harm her, she just disappeared." That joke was slept on.

@shines9290 4 жыл бұрын

How does this not have millions of views? Tears! So inspiring!

@jianhongshen797 6 жыл бұрын

Great talk！I can’t help but searching for her book to read immediately.

@gizemozgul1901 6 жыл бұрын

incredible! loved her.

@clarem-g3442 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! What a beautiful story! Thank you for your inspiration ~ I totally agree with your 'Why write' & felt the same way about the sun rising you felt after losing my baby nephew many years ago.

@brendawilliams7145 5 жыл бұрын

Oh wow! That was an amazing speech. I cried close to the end when Grace died. Don't ever stop what you're doing. Loved it!

@danieltalks3043 3 жыл бұрын

Speeches like this just keep me inspired.

@jozefibarr1601 5 жыл бұрын

woow! so inspiring!! beautiful) sorry for your loses, and thanks for sharing!!

@stella4025 6 жыл бұрын

Such a great story ... I loved it and felt very much with you ... I live in Austria and I have relatives in Providence, Rhode Island!

@kenbennett6992 3 жыл бұрын

I loved this. Thank you for sharing.

@lauratannehill2984 4 жыл бұрын

That is so sad...I'm am so sorry for you!! May you always write what is in your heart!! ❤️

@taramilton8695 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for an open hearted, inspiring and authentic talk. I look forward to reading your work...

@wordsleuth9089 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ann. You have amazingly inspired me.

@monafearuta 2 жыл бұрын

Woah! I really find it hard to focus on watching videos without having to click a new tab type another website and let the video continue playing taking it as some kind of a radio or something but for the first time (really) I was so absorbed by the things she's sharing. Such a great storyteller!

@janehumphreys402 3 жыл бұрын

I read The Knitting Circle! What an amazing book! I've read a number of her books. Ann Hood is a great author!

@alabamajenny8751 4 жыл бұрын

Oh Bravo 👏🏽 Ann, What a beautiful and inspiring TedTalk. Thank you so much!

@niihjulienne6353 3 жыл бұрын

wow!the best I've enjoyed about writing on TEDx. Thanks Ann!

@spiritussublime 4 жыл бұрын

I'm not crying, you're crying. Well Done, Thank You so very much for your insight. So glad I listened. XO

@adotburr6494 3 жыл бұрын

This was so wonderful. One of my favorite Ted talks ❤️

@lisanorwood3499 6 жыл бұрын

loved those blue books about famous americans.. loved your talk!!!

@abdulkhafidsulaymaan 3 жыл бұрын

a person will never understand this simple question us less they have that impulse and need to write. You have to love a few things in order to write- you gotta love the thing we do with words, you gotta love hearing and telling stories, you gotta love life and you gotta want to share your perspective of life with others. all of my favorite movies are about writers to one degree or another.

@N_Sonar 8 күн бұрын

You wrote this 3 years ago but would love to hear what films about writers you love most

@wendyencarnacion5778 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing. She had me every second she spoke.

@mahaveersingh4870 3 жыл бұрын

It's really a very inspiring and heart touching talk!

@Livinitupintampabayflorida 5 жыл бұрын

This was so good. thank you for sharing.

@kamarun459 4 жыл бұрын

thank you. i cried my eyes out.

@clare_9438 Жыл бұрын

Amazing talk would definitely watch this again and again..

@naoaguentomais602 3 жыл бұрын

Vim p me inspirar, voltei chorando

@arlinegeorge6967 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely amazing story . Thank you, bless you. All your dreams come true.

@carlaland9449 6 жыл бұрын

thank you!!!!!

@shalizalyken-bogart6065 4 жыл бұрын

Great Store Ms.Ann Hood, we had neighbors who use to tell stories on street corners when I was young, miss those days.

@kaywall6719 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful talk! Thank you for your inspiring story.

@shreyasingh2471 Жыл бұрын

This was a beautiful talk and you are an amazing storyteller.

@clarasheart11 5 жыл бұрын

So beautiful just like her books...

@donnaparker1051 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!!

@maagnetkarimbil6201 Жыл бұрын

amazing story telling

@jasminejade5023 6 жыл бұрын

This was so good!

@phillydaphanessa7463 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ann!!

@kausalyam5211 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome speech 🙌💖💖

@solab3075 Жыл бұрын

Beth doesn't die! She gets sick but she doesn't die at the end for what i can remember, i read the book a long time ago actully

@sameoldsteph 3 жыл бұрын

I'm reading Comfort right now. I'm from a few minutes down the road from Ann's home in Natick, RI, and my family is still there. I write, and I destroy all I've written. It's time I stop that.

@yothinsommanonont7669 11 ай бұрын

She is a great storyteller.

@stefanieledwell6164 6 жыл бұрын

Look, look! ...indeed!

@ravi2985 3 жыл бұрын

Great presentation!!!

@isdowning883 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful storytelling

@itsallaboutmusiczz 2 жыл бұрын

Why is this so underrated???

@ayeshakhalid1888 6 жыл бұрын

Loved it

@lindahebb4832 4 ай бұрын

Thank you 😊

@artful1231 3 жыл бұрын

TY, Powerful.

@ronnielarson9603 Ай бұрын

Entertaining and thoughtful.

@GCODEGFB 11 ай бұрын

This was AMAZING

@kymberlycourage 15 күн бұрын

“Because I’m Italian I didn’t harm her, she just vanished”. How is no one talking about this? 🤣🤣🤣👌🏾

@joshsblee 4 жыл бұрын

I looked and looked again. There is light.

@Rampaigee 4 жыл бұрын

I want to go write a story right now!

@annasmits3668 2 жыл бұрын

Woah this one had me crying

@johannamcc96 6 жыл бұрын

wow!!!

@bgmi_short_426 3 жыл бұрын

thank you

@ishrakkhafagi984 11 ай бұрын

Yes there is hope

@Strongertogether47 2 жыл бұрын

Childhood of famous americans!!! Yes, i read the one on the founder of Chrysler cars haha loved those

@HeatherValentineMsFoodie 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing storyteller and POWERFUL ENDING!! 😭😭💖💖🌈🌈🥰

@arielgrushka 3 жыл бұрын

Her teacher investing in her, though 👏🏻👏🏻

@kathyesargent9088 2 жыл бұрын

Wow perfect

@rachelklein2319 9 ай бұрын

Beautiful soul❤

@kanishsharma7054 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing

@tlrmcknnn 4 жыл бұрын

I don't have words for how powerful her storytelling is. I haven't heard a speaker with such beautiful command of their craft in a long time.

@learningenglishwithmorefun2847 6 жыл бұрын

yes There is a fire in the darkness