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Mentioned in 20 episodes

A Swim in a Pond in the Rain

Book • 2021

George Saunders

Mentioned by

George Saunders

Jerrod Carmichael

Joanna Robinson

Mentioned in 20 episodes

Mentioned by

Dan Shipper

as a collection of Russian short stories that is also about writing.

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Mentioned by

Chris Dixon

as the author of "A Swim in the Pond in the Rain", a book about writing.

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Mentioned by Anne Lamott as a book about Russian authors used to teach writing.

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Mentioned by

Nathan Baschez

while discussing the insights gained from analyzing literary details.

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Mentioned by

Nicolas Cole

as an example of a successful literary writer who also monetizes his expertise through teaching and other avenues.

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Mentioned by

Meg LeFauve

when discussing the concept of a pattern story.

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Recommended by

Nicolas Cole

as his favorite book from 2022 or 2023, highlighting its insightful breakdown of Russian short stories.

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Mentioned by

George Saunders

as a book where he analyzes Russian short stories.

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Mentioned by

Jerrod Carmichael

as a book that changed his approach to storytelling.

Jerrod Carmichael

Mentioned by

Michael Lewis

as Saunders's most recent book, focusing on Russian writers' masterclass on writing.

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Mentioned by

Frank Skinner

as a book of Russian short stories with analysis by the author.

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Mentioned by

Russ Roberts

as an author whose book offers insights into the power of great literature and the art of teaching.

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Mentioned by

Russ Roberts

as a book that helped him appreciate Chekhov.

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Mentioned by

Jerrod Carmichael

as a masterclass in storytelling that helped him with structure in Rothaniel.

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Recommended by

Anne Lamott

to the listeners of the podcast.

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Mentioned by Nat as an exceptional book on writing and story, praising its format and analysis of Russian literature.

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Mentioned by

Bill Hader

in the context of discussing screenwriting and emotional honesty.

Recommended by

Niamh Mulvey

for short story writing.

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Mentioned by

Joanna Robinson

as a recommendation for readers interested in similar themes to Severance.

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Recommended by

Russ Roberts

as an analysis of Russian short stories, praising its ability to make the reader feel like they are in a classroom.

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