In this captivating episode of Dripping Creativity, host Chris Corvan sits down with Andrew Clark, a novelist and poet based in Asheville, North Carolina. Andrew takes us on a journey through his literary career, from his debut poetry collection "Jesus in the Trailer" to his upcoming novel "Where Dark Things Grow," a magical realism tale with Appalachian gothic vibes. Dive deep into Andrew's influences, the cultural and religious elements that shape his writing, and his creative process.

Topics Covered:

- The impact of Southern culture and religion on writing

- Influences from Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Langston Hughes, and more

- The crossover between poetry and prose

- Developing complex characters, including villains

- The importance of critique partners and finding the right writing community

- Navigating the transition from poetry to prose

- Advice for writers ready to publish

- The significance of reading poetry for prose writers

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Southern Gothic, Magical Realism, Poetry, Novel Writing, Critique Partners, Writing Advice, Appalachian Culture, Religion in Writing, Character Development, MFA Programs, Writing Process, Publishing Journey, Horror Elements, Langston Hughes, Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Murakami, Garcia Marquez

In this episode of Dripping Creativity, host Sarah Burton chats with Christian R. Scrolls, a part-time call center rep, army worker, and passionate writer. Christian delves into his unique journey of writing his debut novel, "Dude, So," during the pandemic. He shares insights on breaking clichés in fantasy writing, the creative process behind his characters, and the innovative method of using dice to determine story outcomes. Christian also discusses the challenges and rewards of balancing a demanding work schedule with his writing aspirations and the journey from idea to publication.

Topics Covered:

- Juggling multiple jobs and finding time to write

- Breaking clichés in fantasy novels

- The creative process behind "Dude, So" and its characters

- Using dice to influence story outcomes

- Challenges and rewards of the writing journey

- The process of creating an audiobook

- Upcoming projects and genre exploration

- Balancing work, life, and creative passions

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Creative Writing, Fantasy, Pandemic Writing, Audiobook Creation, Balancing Work and Passion, Dungeons & Dragons, Humor in Writing, Character Development, Indie Publishing, Writing Process, Genre Exploration, Work-Life Balance, Writing Motivation, Reddit Influence, Writing Advice, Author Influences

In this engaging episode of Inks and Lattes, hosts DJ Block Style and Eva Crow dive into a rich discussion on the evolution of TV watching habits from the '80s and '90s to today. They reminisce about the days of appointment TV, family viewing traditions, and the cultural impact of shows like "Full House" and "Dawson's Creek." The conversation transitions into the modern era of binge-watching, exploring how streaming services have changed the way we consume media and the pros and cons of both methods.

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Hope Extinguished: Alethea’s Lament Verse Two by Cathryn Leigh

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SHOW TOPIC

From Breaks to Binge: The evolution of how we watch TV

Weekly Picks

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Show Written by Eva Crow & DJ Blokzyl

Edited by Chris Corvan

Creative Coffee Cafe, Inks And Lattes Podcast, Catherine Lee, Alethea's Lament Series, Hope Alethea's Lament, Luna Wolf Wyoming, The Bewitchery, Justin Hemsguide, Aster's Mystic Bedhead, Tv Evolution, 80S And 90S Tv, Appointment Tv, Binge-Watching, Tgif Shows, Family Tv Nights, Doctor Quinn Medicine Woman, Due South, Tv Nostalgia, Streaming Services, Tv Guide