Writing for TV, Novels, and Beyond (w/ Richard Sparks)

In episode 3 of Day After Day, we sit down with writer Richard Sparks to explore his journey from television writing to novels, gaming, and beyond. We talk about how he’s evolved as a storyteller, the realities of writing in the streaming era, and what it takes to stay creative across multiple mediums. From sketch comedy to long-form storytelling, Richard shares insights into his writing process, creative mindset, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Timestamps0:00 - Intro1:35 - The Journey From Writing to Television 5:11 - Influences and Inspirations7:00 - Evolution as a Writer8:55 - Writing Process and Mindset11:25 - Sketch Comedy in the Streaming Era14:18 - Transition to Novel Writing 18:13 - New Rock Series20:18 - Love of Gaming23:10 - Future Plans and Sequels24:57 - Writing Across Genres28:03 - Advice and Lessons Learned 35:53 - Outro