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How I Write

David Perell
Writing Process
Writing
Creativity
Newsletter
Productivity
Twitter
Blogging
Social Media
Newsletters
A Gentleman In Moscow
Rules Of Civility
Howard Marks
Procrastination
Artificial Intelligence
Storytelling
Youtube
Content Creation
Authenticity In Writing
Building a Second Brain
New York City

Before book sales and PR buzz, your favorite writers began with two things: the blank page and an idea. Each week on How I Write, we go behind-the-scenes with today’s top writers to uncover the meta-mechanics of writing and the lifestyle behind it. You’ll be the first to hear writers deconstruct their creative process: from banging their head on the keyboard to marking the last period of their fin... more

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This episode is presented by Mercury, the banking platform that makes this show possible. I can’t imagine trying to run my business without them. Learn more at mercury.com

Michael Connelly is a crime novelist famous for series like 'Harry Bo... more

This episode is presented by Mercury, the banking platform that makes this show possible. I can’t imagine trying to run my business without them. Learn more at mercury.com

Steven Pressfield is a master in the art of storytelling. He spent de... more

This episode is presented by Mercury, the banking platform that makes this show possible. I can’t imagine trying to run my business without them. Learn more at mercury.com

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Recent Guests

Michael Connelly
Crime novelist known for Harry Bosch and The Lincoln Lawyer
Author (Bosch, Mickey Haller)
Episode: Michael Connelly: How to Write Unforgettable Characters | How I Write
Steven Pressfield
Author and storyteller
Author (Arcadian, The Legend of Arcadia)
Episode: Steven Pressfield: What All Great Stories Have in Common | How I Write
Robert Mac
Guest on the show discussing how to write comically well and teaching comedy writing
Comedian, Writer, Educator
Episode: Robert Mac: How to Write Comically Well | How I Write
Elif Shafak
Author of over 21 books and President of the Royal Society of Literature
Episode: Elif Shafak: How to Write a Novel | How I Write
John Lennox
Mathematician and Author
University of Oxford
Episode: John Lennox: AI, God & Writing | How I Write
Henrik Karlsson
Writer and creator of the blog 'Escaping Flatland'
Substack
Episode: Henrik Karlsson: One of the world’s most under-rated writers | How I Write
Tim Mackie
Co-founder and theologian at Bible Project
Bible Project
Episode: Bible Project: How Two Guys Changed Bible Education on YouTube | How I Write
Jon Collins
Co-founder and creative lead at Bible Project
Bible Project
Episode: Bible Project: How Two Guys Changed Bible Education on YouTube | How I Write
Robert Macfarlane
Acclaimed author and nature writer
Episode: Robert Macfarlane: The Most Beautiful Conversation About Language | How I Write

Host

David Perell
Host of How I Write

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 314 ratings
  • More women?

    Honestly, I didn’t dock stars for it, but the impression one gets of writers today—looking exclusively at who is being interviewed on this podcast—is that they’re 85%+ men. This is not true if you look at the numbers. The choice to have a woman here or there on the podcast, every once in awhile, sends an odd message. That being said, the content is solid. And I do wonder if the audience that this podcast is aimed at would care about the gender disparity?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lrrrrr88
    United States13 days ago
  • Good guests, annoying host

    Annoying and self-regarding host, constantly adding little midwit comments. He’d do better to shut up and let the guests hold the floor.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Swede Levov
    United Kingdom13 days ago
  • Writers

    Best podcast for writers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Think with Ink
    Mexico3 months ago
  • Great series

    Consistent, insightful, practical information. In-depth interviews on different aspects of and approaches to writing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spanglaw
    United States4 months ago
  • Inspiring

    Love this pod, it’s well done, diverse, and useful. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    taylortizzay
    United States6 months ago

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Writers praise the show for smart, actionable craft insights and deep interviews with diverse guests.

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Robert Mac: How to Write Comically Well | How I Write
Q: How do you go from a spark of an idea to a finished joke?
Start with a vivid trigger, write it down, then free-write around it, look for patterns, and continually revise until the setup is tight and the punchline lands with a clear, surprising payoff.
Steven Pressfield: What All Great Stories Have in Common | How I Write
Q: What is the all-is-lost moment and why is it important?
The all-is-lost moment occurs about three-quarters of the way through the narrative, when everything seems doomed, and it is followed by an epiphanal moment where the hero experiences a breakthrough and a shift that leads toward the resolution.
Steven Pressfield: What All Great Stories Have in Common | How I Write
Q: How does the second act belong to the villain?
In the second act, the villain steps forward as the main obstacle, intensifying the conflict and forcing the hero to confront greater challenges, which helps drive the story toward its climax.
Steven Pressfield: What All Great Stories Have in Common | How I Write
Q: Tell me about the inciting incident.
The inciting incident is the moment when the story truly starts, often at the end or middle of act one, setting up the main conflict and foreshadowing the climax by hinting at the direction the narrative will take.
Bill Browder: How to Write Dangerously Well | How I Write
Q: How do you go about building the stakes, thinking through the stakes?
Browder emphasizes building characters that readers care about, making them invested in the outcomes of the story.

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This show centers on the craft and discipline of writing, featuring in-depth conversations with acclaimed authors and storytellers. Episodes typically dissect processes like structuring narratives, developing voice, and crafting memorable characters, often tying these craft topics to practical routines, research methods, and the realities of writing for different media. A recurring strength is how guests connect technique to lived practice, offering actionable tips and behind-the-scenes insights that cater to serious writers, students, and professionals alike. A branded element appears in sponsor reads, suggesting a balance between content and creator business tools. The mix of authors across genres and formats makes the program valuable fo... more

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