"If you're writing your stories down, you're more than a writer than a lot of people ever will have the courage to try to be."

It's a solo episode! I get into the complexities of writing and self-doubt, the struggles of completing a manuscript, the challenges of balancing creativity with personal life, and the ever-present specter of The Imposter Cop.

We try to accept the importance of focusing on one task at a time, despite everything.

Also we talk about K Pop Demon Hunters, exploring its themes and storytelling techniques.

(This post went live for supporters on October 22, 2025. If you want early, ad-free, and sometimes expanded episodes, support at Patreon!)

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October 27, 2025 | Season 21 Ep 20 | murverse.com "The Bully that Knocks: The Imposter Cop" by Mur Lafferty is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0

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