Estela Sanchis Discusses Her Debut Novel 'Hasta aquí todo va bien' and Artistic Practice
Artist and bookseller Estela Sanchis has published her first novel, 'Hasta aquí todo va bien,' which explores themes of voyeurism, violence, and the boundaries between fiction and reality. The book originated from a challenging artist residency in Hungary and incorporates real photographs and messages to blur distinctions between the author and her protagonist. Sanchis, who runs the Bangarang bookstore in Valencia, Spain, discusses her multidisciplinary approach, viewing writing as another medium alongside performance and photography. The novel has reached a third edition and examines uncomfortable subjects like female agency and artistic critique.
Key facts
- Estela Sanchis published her debut novel 'Hasta aquí todo va bien'
- The book blends autofiction with real elements like photographs
- It emerged from a difficult artist residency experience in Hungary
- Sanchis is also a multidisciplinary artist and runs Bangarang bookstore in Valencia, Spain
- The novel explores themes of voyeurism, violence, and power dynamics
Entities
Artists
- Estela Sanchis
- Martí Manen
- Mark Fisher
- Sabrina Urruca
Institutions
- Bangarang
Locations
- Valencia
- Spain
- Hungary
Sources
- El Hype —