The Best of writing advice

Danger Close Podcast

Over the past year, the Jack Carr Book Club and the Danger Close Podcast brought bestselling authors and literary legends — each sharing hard-earned lessons from a life spent on the page.

In this special Best Of Writing Advice episode, we’ve gathered the most insightful, actionable, and inspiring moments from those interviews. Whether you’re an aspiring writer, a reader fascinated by the craft, or someone looking to better understand the creative trenches, this episode delivers a master class in storytelling.

 

Highlights Include:

  • How the pros develop character, tension, and authenticity
  • Building a daily writing routine (even when life gets chaotic)
  • Lessons on editing, perseverance, doubt, and creative discipline
  • What it takes to write stories that matter

A year’s worth of writing wisdom — distilled into one episode.

 

Guests and Referenced Episodes:

Dan Brown – THE SECRET OF SECRETS

Dan Brown – THE SECRET OF SECRETS: WEBSITE EXCLUSIVE

David Morrell – A Master Class with David Morrell: The Art of the Thriller

Mike Rowe – The State of the Union

David Baldacci – STRANGERS IN TIME

David McCloskey – Secrets, Spies, and The Persian: Inside the Mind of CIA Veteran David McCloskey

Alex Berenson – From Baghdad to Bestsellers: A Conversation with Alex Berenson

Daniel Silva – AN INSIDE JOB

Ryan Pote – Blood and Treasure

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