Why Stories Matter — And Why I Write Them

Stories shape how we understand people, choices, justice, and consequences. In this opening episode of Author Affairs, we explore why stories matter and why storytelling remains one of the most powerful ways to explore the human condition. In this episode, you’ll learn:-Why stories help us understand human choices and consequences-The intersection of storytelling, writing craft, and the business of writing-What listeners can expect from future episodes of Author Affairs Memorable Line from the Episode“While the law deals with truth, stories often explore motives, and motives are where things become interesting.” About the PodcastAuthor Affairs explores storytelling, the craft of writing, and the business of being an author. Through solo reflections and occasional guest conversations, we uncover the ideas, decisions, and challenges behind the stories we tell.Connect with meFollow the podcast and subscribe to the Author Affairs newsletter on Substack to receive new episodes and insights into storytelling and writing:https://dumoxaba.substack.com Official Website: https://dumoxaba.co.zaFollow for updates:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dumoxabaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DumoXaba.AuthorTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dumoxabaLinkedIn: https://za.linkedin.com/in/dumo-xabaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DumoXaba This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dumoxaba.substack.com