Gianrico Carofiglio

Interview April 2020

How are these surreal days influencing your normal writing process?

My normal writing process has always been surreal and, somehow, psychiatric. I would say that nothing has changed. 

What are the little things that are getting you through this extraordinary time?

Believe it or not, I am studying math.

 If you had to isolate yourself with one other writer, who would it be and why?

Can I have a second option?

 What are you currently reading for pleasure?

Right now I am re-reading Stevenson’s Treasure Island. I like it as I liked it as a kid.

Is there a local dish or comfort food that you are eating more regularly at the moment, to get you through these turbulent times?

It’s commonplace, sorry, but I really like spaghetti. I am learning new recipes and above all, I am creating new ones myself. Of course they are secret.