{"id":169849,"date":"2024-02-01T23:03:58","date_gmt":"2024-02-01T23:03:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/culture.org\/?p=169849"},"modified":"2024-02-01T23:03:58","modified_gmt":"2024-02-01T23:03:58","slug":"fourteen-days-a-unique-literary-collaboration-during-covid-19","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/culture.org\/art-and-culture\/literature\/fourteen-days-a-unique-literary-collaboration-during-covid-19\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8220;Fourteen Days&#8221;: A Unique Literary Collaboration During COVID-19"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&#8220;Fourteen Days&#8221; melds the creative talents of 36 acclaimed writers into a single narrative. This groundbreaking novel, rooted in the pandemic era, is a testament to collaborative innovation and storytelling.<\/p>\n           <!--  <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\r\n                jQuery(document).ready(function() {\r\n                    jQuery(\".key-accordion-item .key-menu\").on(\"click\", function() {\r\n                        if (jQuery(this).parent().hasClass(\"active\")) {\r\n                            jQuery(this).next().slideUp();\r\n                            jQuery(this).parent().removeClass(\"active\");\r\n                        } else {\r\n                            jQuery(\".key-content\").slideUp();\r\n                            jQuery(\".key-accordion-item\").removeClass(\"active\");\r\n                            jQuery(this).parent().addClass(\"active\");\r\n                            jQuery(this).next().slideDown();\r\n                        }\r\n                    });\r\n                })\r\n            <\/script> -->\r\n\r\n\r\n            <!-- start html -->\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"news-key-takeaway-wapper\">\r\n                                <span style=\"background-color:#4db2ee;\">Key Takeaways<\/span>\r\n                <ul class=\"news-key-nbox\" style=\"border-color:#4db2ee;background-color:rgba(77, 178, 238, 0.1);\">\r\n                                                        <li>\"Fourteen Days\" is a collaborative novel, spearheaded by Maine author Douglas Preston, featuring stories from 36 renowned writers.<\/li>\r\n                                                                    <li>Set in a Manhattan tenement during the pandemic, the novel explores diverse human experiences through a shared narrative.<\/li>\r\n                                                                    <li>Proceeds from the book will benefit the Authors Guild Foundation, supporting professional writers.<\/li>\r\n                                                <\/ul>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            \n<h2><strong>Maine Author Creates Novel with Contributions from 36 Renowned Writers<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>In a remarkable literary endeavor, Maine author Douglas Preston has ingeniously brought together the works of <strong>36 renowned writers to create a singular narrative titled \u2018Fourteen Days.\u2019 <\/strong> The <a href=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/art-and-culture\/literature\/top-10-breakout-novelists-of-2024\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">novel<\/a>, set on a Manhattan tenement rooftop during the pandemic, features contributions from luminaries such as Tess Gerritsen, John Grisham, Scott Turow, Margaret Atwood, and many others.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Concept and Execution<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The inception of \u2018Fourteen Days\u2019 stems from Preston\u2019s vision of creating a story that<strong> resonates with the challenges and experiences of the pandemic era<\/strong>. Each contributing <a href=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/art-and-culture\/literature\/colleen-hoover-the-bestselling-authors-rise-to-fame\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">author<\/a> was tasked with continuing the narrative from where the previous writer left off, creating a seamless and engaging story that reflects the diversity of styles and perspectives. The setting on a Manhattan tenement rooftop serves as a metaphorical stage where the characters\u2019 stories intertwine, mirroring the interconnectedness of human experiences during the pandemic.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>A Testament to Collaboration and Creativity<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>\u2018Fourteen Days\u2019 stands as a <strong>testament to the power of collaboration and creativity<\/strong>, especially in times of adversity. Integrating diverse literary voices into a single narrative highlights the potential for unity and collective storytelling. This project not only showcases the talents of each writer but also demonstrates the strength that emerges from working together towards a common goal.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Critical Acclaim and Reader Reception<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Since its release, \u2018Fourteen Days\u2019 has garnered critical acclaim for its innovative approach and the seamless integration of multiple writing styles. Readers have <strong>praised the book for its ability to capture the essence of the pandemic experience<\/strong> through a multifaceted narrative lens. The book is not just a collection of stories but a unified narrative that symbolizes resilience and creativity in challenging times.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Availability<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>\u2018Fourteen Days\u2019 is <strong>available for purchase at bookstores and online platforms<\/strong>. This groundbreaking work invites readers to experience a unique literary journey that bridges the gap between individual experiences and collective storytelling.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":10028,"featured_media":169850,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3840],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-169849","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-literature"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/169849"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10028"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=169849"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/169849\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/169850"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=169849"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=169849"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=169849"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}