
Why the Hell Did I Write This
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<p>There's a lot of great writing out there, most of which you'll never know exists. Fortunately, I know how to find fabulous writing with a compelling back story. </p><p><br></p><p>You'll hear a writer read 2-5 minutes of their work, then we discuss the why the hell they wrote it (which is as fascinating as the writing itself). Yeah, I add my own thoughts at the end because I always think I have something insightful to say. </p><p><br></p><p>(Psst... it can be any type of writing - horror, fiction, comedy, TV pilot, etc. - and any kind of writer. One never knows when genius will strike.)</p>
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5/26/2025
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- What is Why the Hell Did I Write This?
<p>There's a lot of great writing out there, most of which you'll never know exists. Fortunately, I know how to find fabulous writing with a compelling back story. </p><p><br></p><p>You'll hear a writer read 2-5 minutes of their work, then we discuss the why the hell they wrote it (which is as fascinating as the writing itself). Yeah, I add my own thoughts at the end because I always think I have something insightful to say. </p><p><br></p><p>(Psst... it can be any type of writing - horror, fiction, comedy, TV pilot, etc. - and any kind of writer. One never knows when genius will strike.)</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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