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The original title of this book was Agatha Arch’s Fothermucking Heart. Throughout the story, Agatha uses the made-up word “fothermucking” when she’s really mad or upset (instead of the alternative). I loved and still love the original, but my editorial team at Alcove Press was understandably worried that it might put off some readers. Not everyone appreciates a good potty-mouth like I do. After some back and forth, we agreed that Agatha Arch is Afraid of Everything was an equally powerful title. It introduces the reader to the fact that Agatha is on a journey and hints at the question, “Will she find her courage?”
What's in a name?
The name Agatha means good or honorable. Despite the fact that Agatha doesn’t seem to possess either of these qualities at the beginning of the story, I wanted her name to reflect the true Agatha—the one hidden behind all the fears. Arch, as a verb, is...[read on]
My Book, The Movie: Agatha Arch is Afraid of Everything.
Q&A with Kristin Bair.
--Marshal Zeringue
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