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Writers Not Writing Interview Series

Writers Not Writing: How Veronica Ciancarini embraces "imperfectionism" in her art
On reaching a state of play, celebrating your mistakes, and working on deadline.
Nov 19 • 
Auzin Ahmadi
 and 
Vespertiliu
Writers Not Writing: Erin Greenawald on the joys of the "messy middle"
The interview that'll convince you to start making ceramics.
Nov 5 • 
Auzin Ahmadi
 and 
Erin Greenawald
Writers Not Writing: Yasmine Ameli builds a sustainable creative practice through fiber arts
"I've been waking up with this attitude that the first thing I want to do in the morning, after I feed my cat, is get back to my own creative practice."
Sep 17 • 
Auzin Ahmadi
 and 
Yasmine Ameli
Writers Not Writing: How Dungeons & Dragons helps Kat Lewis access her creativity
The Substack Bestseller author talks six-hour work days, videogames, and everyone's favorite tabletop RPG.
Aug 1 • 
Auzin Ahmadi
 and 
Kat Lewis
Writers Not Writing: How Aleenah Ansari finds the magic in everyday things
A prolific writer who finds joy in film photography and isn't afraid of failure.
Jul 10 • 
Auzin Ahmadi
 and 
Aleenah Ansari (she/her)
Writers Not Writing: How Adrianna Nine stays creative under capitalism
On impatience, scheduling creativity, keeping your hands occupied, and going outside.
May 29 • 
Auzin Ahmadi
 and 
Adrianna Nine
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