Steve gives a taste of his travels while teaching English around the world, discusses renewable energy systems, and provides an optimistic view on human pessimism.
Jonathan Mann discusses his many experiences with writing and how they have affected his process differently, from access to outdoor libraries to working as a co-editor of Booth and beyond.
Andrew tackles difficult topics in the wake of the recent election: fear and terror as a spark for writing, navigating the current political climate as a writer, and the emotional experience of performing at reading events.
Alexis blends themes of memory and identity within a queer context, balances humor and gravitas, finds NaNoWriMo alternatives, and gives opinions on book chapter titles and first-person writing.
Emma stops by to give a few updates: life after PhD, titles with no stories attached yet, characterization in her most recent Radon piece, how long it takes to sell whiskey, and how that novella's coming along.
Keira Reynolds provides her thoughts on short forms of writing from poetry and short stories to blogs and coding, shares the impact of getting a degree during the pandemic, and tells us about what influences her work.