The Green Writer Show

In this Episode of The Green Writer Show, S. D. Smith and Brett Harris finish up their conversation with You. Listen in as they answer live questions from the audience including: -What to do when you get stuck writing? -How to connect the worldbuilding to your plot? -plus a discussion on A. I. and writing. 👉 Subscribe so you don’t miss the next episode, leave a comment with your favorite takeaway...

“The beauty of creation and of art is a reflection of the creator, contemplated with thanksgiving and it will draw you nearer to him.” — St. John Chrysostom In this Episode of The Green Writer Show, S. D. Smith and Brett Harris wrap up the first season of the podcast by answering your questions. Listen in as they talk about a number of topics including: -How to balance Light and Dark themes in wri...

“We first make our habits—and then our habits make us.” — John Dryden In this episode of The Green Writer Show , S. D. Smith and Brett Harris continue last week’s theme by zooming in on the non-writing habits that power your writing life—especially caring for your body. From “The Jane Austen Method” (long country walks, anyone?) to strength and balance work, they show how simple, sustainable movem...

“You are what you continually do. Excellence, therefore, is a habit.” — Aristotle In this episode of The Green Writer Show , S. D. Smith and Brett Harris unpack why habits—especially the non-writing ones—are the quiet engine behind a fruitful writing life. Instead of chasing big bursts of motivation, they make the case for small, sustainable rituals. From decision fatigue to digital distractions,...

The best writing makes the author disappear. In this episode Brett and Sam dive into FIVE writing craft tips, showing you how to hook readers and let your story do the shining. But along the way tensions boil over and there’s a Dope Quotation Usurpation and a TOD Takeover! Don’t miss the drama! In this episode you’ll learn: - Why you should raise the stakes and lower the hopes (and how to do so) -...

“If a man is a street sweeper, he should sweep streets even as Michelangelo painted…” — Martin Luther King Jr. In this episode Brett and Sam unpack a robust, Christian vision of calling: God delights in all good work. From bridges that don’t collapse to stories that ring true, Christians shine the light of Christ not only by what we say but by how faithfully and excellently we do our work.  For yo...

“Life is long if you know how to use it.” — Seneca the Younger In this episode, S. D. Smith and Brett Harris wrestle with how young writers (and really anyone) should think about time, calling, and pursuing multiple passions.  The pressure is real: “Pick one thing for life” vs. “Do it all at once.” But both approaches miss the truth. You don’t have to do everything right now—but you have far more...

“The work of creation is slow, laborious, and dull.” – Roger Scruton Why does the creative life feel like such a struggle sometimes? And how can you keep going when the work feels slow and discouraging? In this episode, S. D. Smith and Brett Harris talk about why all meaningful accomplishments require effort — and why that’s actually good news for writers. You’ll hear: - Why God designed the creat...

“Good artists borrow, great artists steal.” — Pablo Picasso Is copying bad? What about fanfiction?  In this episode, S. D. Smith and Brett Harris explore why young writers should absolutely imitate their favorite authors — and how doing so leads to originality in the long run. You’ll hear: Why copying is actually a powerful learning tool How fanfiction can build real writing skills What C. S. Lewi...

What if talent is overrated? In this episode of The Green Writer Show , bestselling authors S. D. Smith (The Green Ember) and Brett Harris (Do Hard Things, The Young Writer’s Workshop) explore why consistent habits beat raw talent every time. With wisdom from ancient generals, Aristotle, and even the tortoise and the hare, they make the case that discipline is destiny — especially for young writer...

Welcome to the very first episode of The Green Writer Show ! 🎉 Bestselling authors S. D. Smith (The Green Ember) and Brett Harris (The Young Writer’s Workshop) team up to launch a podcast for young writers with big dreams.  In this kickoff episode, the duo: 🧠  Drop a dope quote from C. S. Lewis 📚  Talk about when Brett ran out of books to read (he was only 14) 🔥  Debate whether we need the nex...

Making your readers cry. 😭 That’s the dream, right? In this episode of The Green Writer Show , bestselling authors S. D. Smith (The Green Ember) and Brett Harris (The Young Writer’s Workshop) unpack a powerful Frank Capra quote that will change the way you think about storytelling. You’ll learn: - Why “show, don’t tell” is the gateway to emotional impact - How practice —yes, practice—shapes great...

“Great hearts can only be made by great troubles.” — Charles Spurgeon In this emotional episode of The Green Writer , bestselling authors S. D. Smith (The Green Ember) and Brett Harris (The Young Writer’s Workshop) go deep. They open up about: - The pain behind their most powerful writing 💔 - Why your hardest seasons might shape your best work - How comparison kills creativity — and what to do in...

Meet your new favorite writing podcast. In this trailer episode of The Green Writer Show, bestselling authors S. D. Smith ( The Green Ember ) and Brett Harris ( Do Hard Things , The Young Writer’s Workshop ) share: - Why they started this podcast for young writers - What kinds of topics they'll cover - How YOU can shape future episodes with your questions and comments - And... some fun banter...