
Authors and screenwriters Steven Barnes and Tananarive Due (and guests!) on writing, the writer's life, Hollywood, the work/family balance and relationships - the tools writers need to make themselves the heroes/heroines of their own story. - LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL at www.speakpipe.com/LifewritingPodcast (We might play your message!) - Join our MAILING LIST at www.lifewritingweekly.com
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 172 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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In this episode, Steve and Tananarive play the trailer to their short film, THE KEEPER, and talk about their experience at their first film festival as directors, the Blackstar Film Festival. They also discuss their plans to make a feature! And quest... more
In this episode recorded LIVE with an audience, Steve and Tananarive talk about the unveiling of their new masterclass, "Make Your Own Short Film!" based on their experience directing their upcoming short film, The Keeper.
Tananarive also talks abou... more
In this episode, Tananarive catches up with her college classmate from Northwestern University, award-winning and bestselling author Dan Chaon. They talk about his most recent novel, ONE OF US, research for wriring, the writing life, and how creating... more
Steven Barnes and Tananarive Due share updates and Lifewriting tools for staying centered while creating under stress. Due announces a People Magazine cover reveal for her upcoming horror novel, Mazywood (out September 22), describes its contemporary... more
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This podcast is such a gift. I’ve been searching for a podcast like this for so long, without even knowing it. The few episodes I’ve listened to have really opened my eyes to aspects of the craft of writing and helped me to develop on my own skills. Thank you so much!
Great advice for writers trying to get back to the pen.
This is a great resource for nascent writers as Tananarive and Steven speak with seasoned writers across different mediums while sprinkling in their experiences as well. It’s also filled with plenty of things for writers that have been at the keyboard for decades.
I look forward to each episode so much!
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This show centers on writing as a holistic craft, blending practical craft guidance with real-world life balance for authors and screenwriters. Hosts explore topics like building a sustainable writing career, navigating Hollywood, independent film production, publishing strategies, and personal health while pursuing ambitious projects. Guests range from novelists and screenwriters to actors and filmmakers, often discussing authentic storytelling, writing routines, production challenges, and the relationship between art and life. The format tends to mix candid narratives, actionable tips, audience Q&A, and behind-the-scenes insights into bringing projects—from books to films—to life. A notable strength is the long-running duo's ability to bl... more
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