James Wood

Literature professor and staff writer for The New Yorker who leads the conversation in this series; contributor to the London Review of Books and author of books on literary criticism.

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Oct 22, 2025 • 33min

How to tell a story

Join literary minds James Wood, a critic and author; Lauren Groff, an acclaimed novelist; Nick White, a short story writer; and Sam Marks, a playwriting lecturer, as they dissect the art of storytelling. They explore how stories ignite from random ideas and character evolution. Lauren shares her approach to embracing draft failures, while James debates plot versus character-driven tension with Sam. The conversation also highlights the value of reading aloud and the importance of personal touch in writing. A treasure trove for aspiring authors!

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