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Hosted by Seth Adam Smith · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 26 episodes
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Step into the world of stories with A Literal Journey, a weekly podcast/show hosted by author Seth Adam Smith. Each episode features thoughtful conversations with beloved and emerging authors about reading, writing, and the stories that shape who we become. In every episode, Seth talks to authors about the stories that sparked their love for storytelling, their path of writing and publishing, and the lessons they've learned on their own "literal journey." Because, in the end, we don't just tell stories, we become the stories we tell ourselves. So whether you’re a reader searching for your next favorite book, or a creative searching for inspiration and encouragement, A Literal Journey will help you move forward!
Seth Adam Smith hosts A Literal Journey, a arts show with 26 episodes published.
When our dreams *refuse* to arrive on OUR schedule, patience isn’t simply waiting—it's “walking forward with hope.” In this inspiring (and hilarious!) episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, I sit down with multi-award-winning aut
Hardship didn't destroy George Washington...it forged him. In this episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, I sit down with Diederik Hoogstraten, the screenwriter behind Young Washington, and talk about the extraordinary journey th
The BEST stories don't just entertain us... they remind us of what's TRUE. In this episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, award-winning author Emma C. Fox shares how an old copy of The Hobbit, a vivid dream, and a lifelong love o
The best stories don't have to be "perfect"—they just have to be honest... In this episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, author C.M. Cornwell shares the winding path that led to her novel, The Memory Spinner and the lessons she'
“There’s so much beauty in the world and in our lives if we have the eyes to see it.” -Emily Bain Murphy In this meaning-FILLED episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, I sit down with Emily Bain Murphy—author of The Disappearances
In this episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, I sit down with Mary Averling, the award-winning author of The Curse of Eelgrass Bog, The Ghosts of Bitterfly Bay, and the The Burn Beast, for a conversation about scary stories, chi
When the world feels dark, cruel, and dehumanizing, a good story can help us hold onto hope... In this fascinating episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, I sit down with Cristin Williams, author of the historical fantasy novel Th
“And remember that revisions is where the magic happens. That’s where you’re taking that … piece of coal and turning it into a diamond.” -Janette Rallison In this thoughtful and funny episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, I sit
This episode is for people who struggle creating something meaningful *especially* when life feels chaotic and uncertain... In this delightful episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, I sit down with award-winning author Joan Reard
Most writers are told to “write what you know.” Stuart Gibbs encourages authors to write what fascinates them... In this fascinating episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, I sit down with bestselling author Stuart Gibbs—the autho
The best stories begin with a little bit of mystery... In this episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY (easily one of my favorites 🤫), I sit down with Ben Guterson, author of the bestselling Winterhouse trilogy, The World-Famous N
How does a bestselling author turn history into unforgettable novels? In this fascinating episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, I sit down with USA Today bestselling author Heather B. Moore—a PROLIFIC, inspirational writer whose
“Once you see how big the world is and all the options that are there, you stop feeling kind of doomed, right?” In this fascinating episode, J. W. Ocker pulls back the curtain on his unconventional (and very literal) wri
“Scary stories give kids a chance to be brave without any risk to themselves.” -Wendy Parris In this episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, I sit down with Wendy Parris, the author of middle-grade novels Field of Screams and Stag
When you feel like you stick out more than you fit in, a good story can remind you that belonging isn’t about blending in... it’s about embracing your voice and cranking up the volume so you can find your people! 🙌 In t
When we're tempted to feel discouraged, a good story can remind us that we're not powerless and that our most difficult chapters don’t have to be the final ones… In this delightful episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, I sit dow
In this episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, I sit down with Paul Tremblay (and do my absolute BEST to keep my inner fan in check). Paul Tremblay is the award-winning (and jaw-dropping) bestselling author of A Head Full of Ghos
When the world gets dark, a good story can remind us that light will ALWAYS overcome darkness... In this episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, I chat with Ryan James Black, a man who goes by all three names (respect!) and the au
In this episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, I sit down with Lindsay Currie, a USA Today AND New York Times bestselling author. (And Sweet Moses, it was a WONDERFUL interview!) Lindsay talked about graveyards, history, and what
In this episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, I sit down with writing coach (and long-time friend) Kimberly Lauren, the voice behind the popular Instagram account @talkwordytome_—and chat about why stories matter, how writing ca
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