She Helped Shape 'Groundhog Day' (Then Wrote 25 Books of Her Own)

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In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Susan Sloate - novelist, playwright, and former Hollywood story analyst - for a conversation that’s equal parts inspiring, hilarious, and packed with practical wisdom for writers.

Susan shares what she’s learned from writing over 25 books (including one in just three days!), working in the film industry during a writer’s strike, and attending Robert McKee’s legendary story seminars where she once helped shape the early idea for Groundhog Day.

We talk about:

How she handles the dreaded middle of a story
What to do when you don’t know your subject (spoiler: she once made a calf respond to Beatles songs)

How her latest book, Scenes from a Song, taps into the emotional power of music
And why she believes stories should leave readers with hope, not despair

Whether you’re a planner, a pantser, or somewhere in between, Susan’s insights will remind you that the best stories often come from trusting your gut and not being afraid to try the outrageous.

https://susansloate.com/

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