Writing Lessons

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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