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David Perell

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Episodes 124

Avg. Duration 1h 17m

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Apple Rating ★ 4.7 (107)

Since Aug 2023

Latest Episode Jun 2026

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About This Podcast

Before book sales and PR buzz, your favorite writers began with two things: the blank page and an idea. Each week on How I Write, we go behind-the-scenes with today’s top writers to uncover the meta-mechanics of writing and the lifestyle behind it. You’ll be the first to hear writers deconstruct their creative process: from banging their head on the keyboard to marking the last period of their final draft. Victory. Come discover how great writing is made. And who knows? Maybe you’ll be next. New episodes of the How I Write show go live every week on Apple, Spotify and YouTube.com/DavidPerellChannel.

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Recent Episodes

Andrew Hunter Murray: How to Write Fiction Incredibly Well | How I Write

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Noah Hawley: How He Wrote Fargo | How I Write

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Suleika Jaouad: NYT Bestselling Author Teaches Writing | How I Write

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Tom Segura: How to Tell Jokes | How I Write

May 20, 2026 1h 13m

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Maria Popova: How to Write Something Truly Wise | How I Write

May 13, 2026 57m

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Yann Martel: Life of Pi Author Reveals His Writing Process | How I Write

May 06, 2026 1h 11m

Yann Martel is famous for writing "Life of Pi", which wasn't just a standout book but also an Academy Award-winning movie. What stood out to me about him is that he's strikingly well-read, and he's…

Anne Lamott Teaches Unforgettable Writing | How I Write

Apr 29, 2026 1h 19m

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Tish Rabe: How to Write Children’s Books | How I Write

Apr 22, 2026 1h 28m

This episode is presented by Mercury, the banking platform that makes this show possible. I can’t imagine trying to run my business without them. Learn more at https://mercury.com Tish Rabe has…

David Gelb: How to Write Cinematically | How I Write

Apr 15, 2026 1h 9m

This episode is presented by Mercury, the banking platform that makes this show possible. I can’t imagine trying to run my business without them. Learn more at https://mercury.com David Gelb directed…

Patrick Radden Keefe: How to Write Captivating Stories | How I Write

Apr 08, 2026 1h 6m

This episode is presented by Mercury, the banking platform that makes this show possible. I can’t imagine trying to run my business without them. Learn more at https://mercury.com Patrick Radden…

Wright Thompson: Learn Storytelling in 63 Minutes | How I Write

Apr 01, 2026 1h 4m

Wright Thompson is one of the best nonfiction storytellers in the world right now. He showed up to my place, and I immediately liked his vibe. We started talking, and it turns out we both love…

Ocean Vuong: NYU Professor Teaches the Art of Writing | How I Write

Mar 25, 2026 1h 21m

Jon Yaged: How Book Publishing Works | How I Write

Mar 18, 2026 1h 27m

Michael Connelly: How to Write Unforgettable Characters | How I Write

Mar 11, 2026 1h 12m

Steven Pressfield: 21 Proven Methods for Writing Great Stories | How I Write

Mar 04, 2026 1h 11m

Robert Mac: Master Comedian Breaks Down 13 Jokes | How I Write

Feb 26, 2026 1h 3m

Bill Browder: How to Write a Book People Can’t Put Down | How I Write

Feb 18, 2026 48m

Diarmaid MacCulloch: Oxford Professor Breaks Down His Writing Process | How I Write

Feb 12, 2026 46m

This episode is brought to you by Basecamp, the world’s simplest, most effective project management platform. Check them out at https://basecamp.com and tell them David Perell sent you. Diarmaid…

Lee Child: How to Write Strikingly Well | How I Write

Feb 04, 2026 1h 4m

This episode is brought to you by Basecamp, the world’s simplest, most effective project management platform. Check them out at https://basecamp.com and tell them David Perell sent you. Lee Child,…

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How I Write has published 124 episodes since August 2023, covering topics in Arts, Books.

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How I Write is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 1h 17m.

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