Writing with Friends

The Strange vs. the Familiar


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We’ll be talking about the Strange vs. the Familiar, a helpful framework for thinking strategically about whether to take a more traditional or a more innovative approach to your draft.

Picks of the Week:

  • Armada by Ernest Cline
  • Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer
  • Mentioned in the Episode:

    • Brandon Sanderson's Lecture on "Blending the Familiar & Strange"
    • The Hero and the Crown by Robin McKinley
    • Lady Night by Tamora Pierce
    • Cinder by Marissa Meyer
    • Knives Out directed by Rian Johnson
    • ...more
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      Writing with FriendsBy Hillary Barnes Martinez and BJ Williams