Bestselling author Charlie Donlea joins Clay Stafford for a candid conversation about the realities of the writing life. They discuss balancing creativity with a full-time career, facing fear and self-doubt, and finding strength through persistence. The conversation also explores how reading shapes storytelling, how setting becomes a character, and how theme anchors a novel’s emotional core.
The Power of Mentorship and Community in a Writing Life
Duane Swierczynski, Hilary Davidson, and Laura Lippman share how discipline, mentorship, and community have shaped their writing lives. They discuss building confidence, sustaining momentum, and finding support through professional relationships.
