On today's 169th episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm happy to introduce you to New York Times Bestselling author Gregg Hurwitz.

If you're an Orphan X fan, you're going to join our deep dive in that series. Gregg shares insights into crafting a successful series and the journey of writing a long-running character. The conversation also delves into the role of artificial intelligence in the creative arena and the importance of community in storytelling.

Hurwitz highlights the differences between novel and screenplay writing and provides an elevator pitch for his latest book, 'Lone Wolf.'

Our conversation concludes with a discussion on the writing fire within and the importance of curiosity in driving Gregg's work, plus his insights and writing advice. I enjoy how Gregg emphasizes the power of curiosity and fascination in exploring the world and finding inspiration, plus how he encourages aspiring writers to prioritize their writing time and be dedicated to the craft.

To learn more about Gregg and his prolific work, visit: GreggHurwitz.net.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Setting
03:01 Crafting a Successful Series
09:12 The Journey of Series Writing
11:30 Writing as Self-Therapy
12:20 The Role of Artificial Intelligence
19:17 The Importance of Community
22:07 The Difference Between Novel and Screenplay Writing
30:06 Elevator Pitch for 'Lone Wolf'
34:56 The Fire Within: Curiosity and Honoring It
38:09 The Power of Curiosity and Fascination
39:07 Writing Advice: Ass in Chair Time
40:10 The Importance of Personalized Correspondence

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