The Creative Writing Life
From screenplays to TV, novels to video games, everybody has their own path to establishing a creative writing life. Join host Paul Zeidman as he interviews writers from all mediums and genres to find out about them, their work, and what advice and guidance they have for ambitious and aspiring writers.
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Runner/poet Greg Lehman talks about the positive relationship between fitness and creativity, being teachable as a writer, and how a book has to earn your respect
A GILDED DEATH author Cecelia Tichi talks about the world of The Gilded Age, the benefits of reading comic books, figuring out the “who did it & why” of a mystery, the doable-ness of first person perspective, and… zombies!
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OUT LOUD author Catharine Bramkamp talks about embracing the lousiness of the first draft, listening when your characters talk to you, and knowing when to take a break from working on a project.
THE BLUE DOOR author Janice Deal talks about braided storylines, the value of an editor who gets you and asks questions, and characters dealing with issues of loss, redemption, and identity.
LOUKAS AND THE GAME OF CHANCE author Anthony L. Manna talks about the enduring appeal of folk tales, finding the relatability of your story, and why you should NOT compare yourself to other writers
