
Print Run is a podcast created and hosted by Laura Zats and Erik Hane. Its aim is simple: to have the conversations surrounding the book and writing industries that too often are glossed over by conventional wisdom, institutional optimism, and false seriousness. We’re book people, and we want to examine the questions that lie at the heart of that life: why do books, specifically, matter? In a digi... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 187 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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Episode 182—Print Run Goes Nano by Erik Hane and Laura Zats
This week we evaluate the pervasive notion that “literary” or “challenging” fiction is going away, and what that means for our reading culture more broadly in age where the AI slop is only becoming more prevalent. It’s a convo about genre, category, ... more
This week we took a look at a substack piece (link below!) that argued that literary agents can’t or don’t read well, as a jumping-off point to discuss the big picture of the query process, the ways we sort through a high volume of submissions, when ... more
This week, Laura got mad enough at Erik’s approach to his creative life that she’s devoting an episode to psychoanalyzing him and his writing practices. What could go wrong!
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I tuned in to this podcast for the first time because I wanted to learn about the publishing industry. What I learned was about the political opinions of the hosts. I will not be back.
This is probably my fave podcast of all time. I binged 40 episodes during a solo weekend trip a few years ago, and whenever a new episode drops I listen immediately. Thank you Laura and Erik for being a voice of sanity, a shot of humor, and a glimpse of publishing from the inside. Your work is so appreciated
The agents on this podcast are self-reflective, smart, transparent and seem to be wanting to present differently for BIPOC writers.
I appreiate this insider look into publishing. The hosts are so smart. I left publishing years ago and am always dying to hear what they have to say.
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The content revolves around the complexities of the publishing industry, focusing on the nuanced discussions that are often overlooked by mainstream narratives. Key topics include the challenges of querying for writers, the emotional landscapes of creativity, and the societal implications of publishing decisions. The hosts utilize humor, candidness, and personal anecdotes to illuminate both the absurdities and the significance of the written word. It's a platform for honest conversations about trends in writing and reading, creative struggles, and the evolving role of literature in contemporary culture. This podcast uniquely combines entertainment with educational insights for both aspiring writers and industry professionals.
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