Writing Lessons

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Join Silas House and special guests as they discuss foundational elements of creative writing.

Episodes

  1. 07/01/2025

    Nonfiction w/Crystal Wikinson

    Host Silas House talks to acclaimed writer Crystal Wilkinson about her latest book, Praise Song for the Kitchen Ghosts, and the art of creative nonfiction.

    Nonfiction w/Crystal Wikinson

  2. 04/16/2025

    Short Stories w/Jayne Moore Waldrop

    Host Silas House discusses the craft of writing short stories and "the dream of fiction" with Jayne Moore Waldrop.

    Short Stories w/Jayne Moore Waldrop

  3. 03/01/2025

    Life of a Writer w/Rebecca Gayle Howell

    Host Silas House and guest Rebecca Gayle Howell examine how we manage our time, how we make a living, how to submit, and how to devote ourselves to a life of art.

    Life of a Writer w/Rebecca Gayle Howell

  4. 01/21/2025

    What Makes a Great Poem w/Kathleen Driskell

    Host Silas House and acclaimed poet Kathleen Driskell talk about what makes a great poem, the power of revision, and much more.

    What Makes a Great Poem w/Kathleen Driskell

  5. 11/26/2024

    Poetry w/Frank X. Walker

    Host Silas House talks to award-winning poet Frank X. Walker about what his best poetry lessons.

    Poetry w/Frank X. Walker

  6. 10/11/2024

    Plot w/Gwenda Bond

    Silas House in conversation with New York Times bestselling writer Gwenda Bond about plot and other writing elements.

    Plot w/Gwenda Bond

  7. 08/22/2024

    Sense of Place w/Barbara Kingsolver

    Host Silas House and Internationally acclaimed writer Barbara Kingsolver discuss sense of place and much more.

  8. 06/20/2024

    Writing Songs w/Carla Gover

    Award-winning singer-songwriter Carla Gover discusses songwriting and the creative process with host Silas House.

    Writing Songs w/Carla Gover

  9. 04/11/2024

    Writing for Children w/George Ella Lyon

    Host Silas House and acclaimed writer George Ella Lyon discuss "the deliciousness of words", how to write a picture book, and much more in the second episode of Writing Lessons.

    Writing for Children w/George Ella Lyon

  10. 02/13/2024

    Characterization w/David Arnold

    Bestselling writer David Arnold joins Silas House to talk about creating vivid characters in creative writing. 24 minutes, 21 seconds.

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Join Silas House and special guests as they discuss foundational elements of creative writing.

Information

  • Creator
    Silas House
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © This podcast is the property of Silas House (c) 2024
  • Show Website
    Writing Lessons