How Luke Epplin Became a Bestselling Author (Without a Plan)
from SilentPunt Podcast Hosted by Henny Hiemenz
SilentPunt Podcast #210 / March 25, 2026 How do you become a writer with no connections, no plan, and no clear path? 📚In this episode, bestselling author Luke Epplin (Moses and the Doctor, Our Team) shares how he went from a small town in Illinois to New York City, and eventually to Random House and a USA Today bestseller. ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:15 Small-town Illinois → wanting more 6:40 Choosing Washington University 10:30 Moving to NYC after 9/111 6:45 First jobs (nanny, tutor) 20:10 Breaking into Random House 27:30 Becoming a writer (the long game) 35:00 First book + getting an agent 42:00 Writing Moses and the Doctor 50:00 Advice for aspiring writers 📚 About Luke Epplin: Luke Epplin is the author of Moses and the Doctor and Our Team. His work has appeared in national publications, and he is a USA Today bestselling author. 🎙️ About SilentPunt: Stories and ruminations intended to provoke thought, laughter, and the occasional WTF. Get full access to SilentPunt at www.silentpunt.com/subscribe
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