Ben Grange and the Lit Service Crew chat about what it means to "hang lanterns" in your writing, and how to go about doing it.

Some books we mention: The Raven Boys by Maggie Steifvater

The Office (the TV show)

Avatar: The Last Airbender

The Belles by Dhionelle Clayton

Moby Dick by Herman Mellville

Illuminae by Jay Kristoff and Amie Kaufman

Our first chapter critique is about a boy named Cole who is a guardian angel. The text for this submission (including in-line notes by Caitlin and Ben, as well as general notes at the end) can be found here: https://litservicepodcast.wixsite.com/litnation/2-12

If you would like a first chapter critique, please refer to our submission guidelines.

Please remember to like, subscribe, comment, and share the podcast so others can find the show!