For those who have a job in some industry other than writing full-time, how does one balance the two professions? Are they connected, and if so, how does writing contribute to your “day job,” or vice versa? Is being a full-time writer the ideal situation, or is there value in having another profession?

Panelists: Batsirai Chigama (Zimbabwe), Aye Lei Thwada (Myanmar), Buddhisagar (Nepal), Madara Gruntmane (Latvia)

The International Authors series provides an opportunity for the community to meet and converse with writers from around the world who are the 2019 Writers in Residence at the University of Iowa International Writing Program. The series is sponsored by The UI International Writing Program and The Iowa City Public Library.