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Mike Salisbury: Writing Slow, The Joy of Obscurity, & Other Essentials

Mike Salisbury: Writing Slow, The Joy of Obscurity, & Other Essentials

Update: 2025-07-29
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Feeling behind in your writing—or wondering if it’s even worth finishing?
 


In Part 2 of my conversation with literary agent Mike Salisbury, we dig deeper into the emotional and practical realities of the writing life. Mike challenges our obsession with speed and reminds us that quality storytelling takes time. He talks about the beauty of being unknown, how to face book reviews, and why finishing your draft matters more than perfecting it.


You’ll walk away with a fresh appreciation for the quiet, focused work it takes to write something worth reading.


Hi! I’m Will Parker Anderson and I’m an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there’s no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle.


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Mike Salisbury: Writing Slow, The Joy of Obscurity, & Other Essentials

Mike Salisbury: Writing Slow, The Joy of Obscurity, & Other Essentials