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Reflections on Life through Writing and Press Junkets
1:08:25 - 1:23:39 (15:14)
The podcast episode features a conversation that touches on aspects of the author's life, including his experiences and observations on press junkets, the publishing industry, and creating memoirs. The guest reflects on how writing can be a personal diary, and how repetitive questions in interviews can aid in gaining a fresh perspective on things.
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The author shares insights on their experience of having their book adapted into a movie, such as the repetitiveness of press junkets, and the potential challenges when dealing with editors and advances.
1:08:25 - 1:13:09 (04:44)
Summary
The author shares insights on their experience of having their book adapted into a movie, such as the repetitiveness of press junkets, and the potential challenges when dealing with editors and advances.
ChapterReflections on Life through Writing and Press Junkets
Episode#457: Chuck Palahniuk, Author of Fight Club — A Masterclass in Creative Living and Dangerous Writing
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The fear of discovering a dark subtext in your writing that you hadn't intended can be crippling, especially if you're in a professional setting where you don't have the luxury of explaining yourself.
1:13:09 - 1:19:12 (06:02)
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The fear of discovering a dark subtext in your writing that you hadn't intended can be crippling, especially if you're in a professional setting where you don't have the luxury of explaining yourself. Chuck Palahniuk expresses his fear of being in a meeting and realizing the true meaning of what he wrote, and how that fear can cause a permanent smile of discomfort.
ChapterReflections on Life through Writing and Press Junkets
Episode#457: Chuck Palahniuk, Author of Fight Club — A Masterclass in Creative Living and Dangerous Writing
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Author Harlen Coben discusses how his books are like a diary of his life, with characters that resonate with readers, including those who have chosen not to have children.
1:19:12 - 1:21:13 (02:01)
Summary
Author Harlen Coben discusses how his books are like a diary of his life, with characters that resonate with readers, including those who have chosen not to have children.
ChapterReflections on Life through Writing and Press Junkets
Episode#457: Chuck Palahniuk, Author of Fight Club — A Masterclass in Creative Living and Dangerous Writing
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The story of "The Wreckers" and their scheme to trick ships into crashing so that they can loot the precious cargo inspired the speaker to consider how his own community might behave in a similar situation.
1:21:13 - 1:23:39 (02:25)
Summary
The story of "The Wreckers" and their scheme to trick ships into crashing so that they can loot the precious cargo inspired the speaker to consider how his own community might behave in a similar situation.