Chris Fox, author of 5,000 Words Per Hour and over 75 books, joins the show to break down how he built a prolific writing career—first while working a day job, then as a full-time author. We dig into flow state rituals, writing sprints, and how Chris once cranked out thousands of words during 2-minute breaks at a call center. He shares why Amazon's algorithm demands consistent output, how to balance speed with story quality, and the burnout lessons he learned the hard way. Whether you're squeezing writing into stolen moments or ready to go full-time, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom from someone who's been doing it for over four decades.

I’m Xavier Schwindt—a young believer, writer, and content creator, figuring out how to make storytelling and entrepreneurship my life’s work. I’m passionate about crafting fiction that stirs emotions and sparks imagination, and I want to share the ups and downs of this journey with you. This is where I keep things personal—exclusive updates, lessons I’m learning, and insights into the creative process. I love traveling and chasing experiences that make for great stories, and, yes, I collect spoons (ask me about it sometime). If any of that sounds like your kind of thing, I’d love to have you here.

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