Where does an author’s voice come from?

After reading favorite authors, and inviting me to participate in their blogg discussions, students were ready to have a socratic discussion about voice. Most students felt that voice is shaped by a variety of perspectives, social, cultural, philosophical, religious and even technological. An author’s voice is their view of the world shaped by all the categories mentioned and more. It’s one half of the conversation between writer and reader. What a great discussion. Thanks for letting me participate!