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Start the story engine: An interview with Martha Wells

Start the story engine: An interview with Martha Wells

Update: 2024-08-14
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This week, I chat with Martha Wells, the celebrated author of many favorites, including The Murderbot Diaries and her newest book, Witch King. We discuss the evolution of her beloved characters, get a glimpse into the world-building techniques that make her stories so immersive, and learn about her surprising relationship with the arcade classic skee ball.

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Start the story engine: An interview with Martha Wells

Start the story engine: An interview with Martha Wells

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