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EPISODE · Apr 20, 2025 · 41 MIN

Bruce Smith Reveals the Secret to Crafting Fantasy Worlds

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In this episode of Stories and Stanza, host Abhra interviews Bruce, a writer based in Melbourne, about his creative process and journey with his book 'Devil's Delight.' Bruce shares the inspirations behind his work, the challenges he faced, and his transition from writing books to screenplays. He discusses the themes of human blame, the reclamation of glory by Lucifer, and the emotional complexities involved in writing compelling characters. Bruce also reads an excerpt from his book, providing a glimpse into the intriguing narrative. Tune in to discover insights on writing, creativity, and the importance of sharing your work. 00:00 The Devil Made Me Do It: Exploring Lucifer's Perspective01:25 The Power of Stories: An Introduction to Stories and Stanza03:11 Bruce's Writing Journey: From Inspiration to Creation04:35 Devil's Delight: A Unique Take on Lucifer's Story08:03 Reading from Devil's Delight: A Glimpse into the Book18:56 Challenges and Emotions in Writing31:05 From Book to Screenplay: The Transition Process34:07 Future Projects and Screenplay Festivals38:08 Final Thoughts and Advice for WritersWish to read about the episodes in advance or need a recap? Find us on 👉 SubStack.📌 Follow us: YouTube | Facebook | X | Instagram☕ Buy me a coffee🛠️ Tools we love: vidIQ · Descript Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stories and Stanza, host Abhra interviews Bruce, a writer based in Melbourne, about his creative process and journey with his book 'Devil's Delight.' Bruce shares the inspirations behind his work, the challenges he faced, and his transition from writing books to screenplays. He discusses the themes of human blame, the reclamation of glory by Lucifer, and the emotional complexities involved in writing compelling characters. Bruce also reads an excerpt from his book, providing a glimpse into the intriguing narrative. Tune in to discover insights on writing, creativity, and the importance of sharing your work. 00:00 The Devil Made Me Do It: Exploring Lucifer's Perspective01:25 The Power of Stories: An Introduction to Stories and Stanza03:11 Bruce's Writing Journey: From Inspiration to Creation04:35 Devil's Delight: A Unique Take on Lucifer's Story08:03 Reading from Devil's Delight: A Glimpse into the Book18:56 Challenges and Emotions in Writing31:05 From Book to Screenplay: The Transition Process34:07 Future Projects and Screenplay Festivals38:08 Final Thoughts and Advice for WritersWish to read about the episodes in advance or need a recap? Find us on 👉 SubStack.📌 Follow us: YouTube | Facebook | X | Instagram☕ Buy me a coffee🛠️ Tools we love: vidIQ · Descript Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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