Camp Half-Blood Crossover! Liv and Genn of AHFG Chat with Rick Riordan and Annabelle Oh
Summary
Rick Riordan and Annabelle O. discuss their collaborative "Wild Zone" series, which features five new demigods at Camp Half-Blood. They explore their personal connections to Greek mythology, the creative process of co-authoring, and the importance of syncretism in the ancient world. The conversation also covers how they balance historical accuracy with age-appropriate storytelling, particularly regarding Roman emperors, and highlights the series' focus on character development and mystery.
Topics discussed
Host promotes new Odyssey retelling
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Introduction of guests Rick Riordan and Annabelle Lee
Personal connections to Greek mythology
Collaborative writing process in Percy Jackson
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Favorite mythological deep cuts and the magic ring
Syncretism and multiple mythologies in the series
Research methods: museums and ancient sources
Depicting Roman emperors for a young audience
Overview of The Wild Zone and character Katie
Impact on readers and closing remarks
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