
Launch
Wondery
Three out of five people dream of writing a book. Maybe you're one of them. But what does it take to go from dream to launch? Screenwriter John August (Go, Big Fish, Charlie and The Chocolate Factory) sought to find out as he tackled something he’d only ever dreamed of: writing a novel. From Wondery, A Network Of Storytellers, this is a show about putting something out into the world. How will it turn out? You’ll know when we do.
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01/23/18 • 45 min
Saying “It’s like Harry Potter” is a useful way to describe a book, but He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named should absolutely not be named in children’s publishing. Like Facebook or Instagram, it’s the unicorn that warps the industry, and “sets impossible expectations,” according to editor Connie Hsu.
Most middle-grade fantasy series are duds, so not only might Arlo Finch not become Harry Potter, it might not become anything at all.
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A Boy in The Woods
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01/23/18 • 36 min
Arlo Finch sprang from a phone call in an Austin hotel room in October 2015 during an epic thunderstorm. Screenwriter John August spent the next month tracing Arlo's journey over seven chapters and realized he had a book series on his hands. After talking to other screenwriters-turned-novelists, August decided it was time to find a publishing house for Arlo. There’s a preemptive offer, with only hours to decide.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Launch have?
Launch currently has 11 episodes available.
What topics does Launch cover?
The podcast is about Harry Potter, Creativity, Podcasts, Books, Arts and Business.
What is the most popular episode on Launch?
The episode title 'Launch Live from the Los Angeles Festival of Books | 8' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Launch?
The average episode length on Launch is 43 minutes.
How often are episodes of Launch released?
Episodes of Launch are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Launch?
The first episode of Launch was released on Jan 4, 2018.
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