Writing Advice Every Writer Should Hear (Anne Lamott Interview)
David Perell@DavidPerellChannelWriting Advice Every Writer Should Hear (Anne Lamott Interview)
David Perell interviews acclaimed author Anne Lamott to discuss her timeless advice on the craft of writing and managing the creative ego. The conversation covers practical strategies for starting a manuscript, moving through drafts, and using specific storytelling formulas like the ABDCE method.
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David Perell interviews acclaimed author Anne Lamott to discuss her timeless advice on the craft of writing and managing the creative ego. The conversation covers practical strategies for starting a manuscript, moving through drafts, and using specific storytelling formulas like the ABDCE method.
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Annie Lamont is famous for writing bird by bird... she has this line where she says that perfectionism is the voice of the oppressor. now beyond bird by bird she's written more than 20 books some novels some memoirs and then she just published a book with her husband we talked about the kinds of people that creative should surround themselves with, why writer's block is a misnomer, and then later on, what she calls the very best writing prompt. one of the images that I got was one time I was driving down to Monterey... it was so foggy that you could only see the headlights... You don't need to see the entire road, but if you can just see a little and you just go and go and go.
- 01The Iconic Hook
Start by naming a famous figure in your niche and their most iconic piece of advice or work.
OriginalAnnie Lamont is famous for writing bird by bird... she has this line where she says that perfectionism is the voice of the oppressor.
- 02Establish High Authority
Quickly list the person's accomplishments to prove they are a master worth listening to.
Originalnow beyond bird by bird she's written more than 20 books some novels some memoirs and then she just published a book with her husband
- 03The Value List
List 3 specific things the audience will learn from this guest or topic.
Originalwe talked about the kinds of people that creative should surround themselves with, why writer's block is a misnomer, and then later on, what she calls the very best writing prompt.
- 04The Visual Metaphor
Use a simple story or memory to make a complex concept feel easy and approachable.
Originalone of the images that I got was one time I was driving down to Monterey... it was so foggy that you could only see the headlights... You don't need to see the entire road, but if you can just see a little and you just go and go and go.