“As a long time Scriptnotes listener, it's quite interesting to contrast the "magazine" polish of Launch compared to the "conversational" tone of that podcast. Regardless of which format you prefer, John does a great job of entertaining while informing. If I had one wish, it would have been for the podcast to go into much more detail, to *really* pull back the covers. I don't think that's the intent of this podcast, though. It's a quick, tantalizing skim over the surface of the publishing industry, and so far it is doing that well.”Read full review »
joe12south via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/23/18
“This is a great podcast for anyone who wants to know about the world of Book Publishing, from concept to completion. I've loved every minute of listening to this. I especially enjoyed the more introspective approach about how the author John connects with his story from parts of his past.”Read full review »
“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
“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....”Read full review »
SusanElliott via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/05/18
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