Summary:

In this insightful interview, Carson Hawkes shares his journey through creativity, problem-solving, and writing. Discover how his diverse experiences in industrial design, travel, and media influence his storytelling and personal growth.

What You’ll Learn:

• Carson Hawkes' background in industrial design and media
• The influence of travel and life experiences on creativity
• Strategies for balancing multiple creative pursuits
  

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

01:13 What Defines Carson Hawkes As A Person

03:40 The Journey Of Creativity & Problem Solving

05:58 Was Carson Just Naturally Gifted As A Creative

06:56 Carson On Creating Games When He Was Younger

09:44 How Carson Obtained So Many Creative Outlets

11:10 Does He Really Have Scatterbrain Or?

15:37 Carson Is A Religious Man

17:11 What Did Russia Teach Carson About Himself

19:38 Finding Balance and Perspective

21:26 What Is "The Shadow Spark" About?

24:00 Do Moments From Carson's Life Show Up In The Shadow Spark

28:44 How Carson Planned Out His Book

30:33 Should People Look At Their Lives More For Inspiration

33:49 Genre Blending & Readers Expectations

37:49 The Gamble of Going Against the Grain

40:17 Carson On Navigating Self-Doubt and the Writing Process

42:28 How Carson Balanced Full-Time Work & Writing

46:48 Carson's New Trilogy, Explained

48:40 Can We Add Reading To Carson's Interests

52:45 How Can People Go From Being A Consumer To A Doer

58:09 Carson's Thoughts On Conflict Being The Catalyst For Growth

01:01:39 The Human Side Of Carson As An Author

01:05:43 Does Carson Have Any Regrets

01:08:30 Carsons Future Goals & Aspirations

01:14:21 Closing Thoughts

About The Podcast:

Authors By Us is a podcast focused on bridging the gap between readers and authors - going beyond the book to explore the real stories, experiences, and perspectives behind the pages.

Each episode is designed to help you understand the author on a deeper level so by the end, it feels like you’ve just had a conversation with them yourself.

Call To Action:

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