In this episode, we dive into how writing emotionally charged fiction can become a powerful tool for healing. Author and former professor Brad Buchanan opens up about how creating his Cold War–era novel Spy’s Mate becameprofoundly therapeutic during his battle with life-altering illness. He shares practical writing tips, reflects on the unexpected emotional impact of crafting deeply personal stories, and reveals the real-life inspirations behind hisgripping, nearly impossible-to-put-down debut novel.
Set against the high-stakes world of Soviet chess—perfect for fans of The Queen’s Gambit—Spy’s Mate follows a young prodigy trapped between ambition, manipulation, and survival.

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