Chapter
Writing Processes of Ian Fleming and Neil Gaiman
16:18 - 25:47 (09:28)
Neil Gaiman discusses the writing process of Ian Fleming and himself, including the importance of a conducive writing environment and the use of specific writing tools.
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Ian Fleming did not enjoy writing and could write a James Bond book in two weeks, while Roald Dahl's most famous short stories were plotted by Fleming.
16:18 - 18:23 (02:05)
Summary
Ian Fleming did not enjoy writing and could write a James Bond book in two weeks, while Roald Dahl's most famous short stories were plotted by Fleming. Dahl would rent hotel rooms to work on his writing.
ChapterWriting Processes of Ian Fleming and Neil Gaiman
Episode#366: Neil Gaiman — The Interview I've Waited 20 Years To Do
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker recalls writing in a windowless hotel room to meet the requirements of an American editor, a space that inspired him to stay focused on writing instead of becoming a tourist, and recalls the importance of making rules, such as James Bond's method of writing a book in two weeks.
18:23 - 20:42 (02:18)
Summary
The speaker recalls writing in a windowless hotel room to meet the requirements of an American editor, a space that inspired him to stay focused on writing instead of becoming a tourist, and recalls the importance of making rules, such as James Bond's method of writing a book in two weeks.
ChapterWriting Processes of Ian Fleming and Neil Gaiman
Episode#366: Neil Gaiman — The Interview I've Waited 20 Years To Do
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The guest writer shares some of her sacred writing practices including taking the time to do nothing and using a fountain pen for her first draft.
20:42 - 25:47 (05:04)
Summary
The guest writer shares some of her sacred writing practices including taking the time to do nothing and using a fountain pen for her first draft.