It’s not this easy
Oh man. I hope my creative writing students don’t listen to this! Getting an agent is nearly impossible for novices and writers who don’t already have a name. (Dude, of COURSE it mattered to the agent and editor that you’re a known screenwriter! Your excellent track record got you in the door. And that’s fine—just don’t pretend otherwise. It’s kind of insulting, and may give naive aspiring authors false hope.) It’s an interesting enough podcast (though the delivery is a little flat) if you don’t know anything about the publishing world. But 1.5 episodes was enough for me.
SusanElliott via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/05/18
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It’s inspiring to hear the story of John August creating Arlo Finch and the thoughts behind it. It’s full of interviews and music and is a little bit like RadioLab, but for investigating writing. I appreciate that John recognizes that his publishing experience isn’t the norm, but it’s great to...Read full review »
CLeyva via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/25/18
I enjoy programs that explore the creative process. John August starts documenting the creative process of writing a novel then goes beyond. The podcast takes us on a tour of the physical creation of book, from editing, copy editing, art choices, font selection to placing the book on the store...Read full review »
Tad Stones via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/11/18
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