Why do humans tell stories? In this episode of the Hype Happy Hour, we explore this question with writer Hugh Howey. Hugh Howey is the New York Times bestselling author of WOOL, BEACON 23, SAND, MACHINE LEARNING, HALF WAY HOME, and over a dozen other novels. His SILO trilogy was recently adapted by Apple TV, becoming their #1 drama of all-time. A series based on his novel BEACON 23 has filmed two seasons and will be released next year, starring Lena Headey. Hugh's works have been translated into over 40 languages and have sold millions of copies around the world. He lives in New York City with his wife, Shay.

Join us for this insightful conversation with the author of over 20 science fiction books.

Key topics in this episode include:

• Establishing the writing habit
• The significance of feedback
• How being realistic can be a game-changer
• Writing methods
• Determining the lifestyle you want to prioritize if you want to be a writer

Link to the books: The Storytelling Animal, The Writer's Journey, The Heroine's Journey by Gail Carriger.

Explore Hugh Howey's work at https://hughhowey.com/.

Additional resources:

The Hype Handbook

Hype Book List: https://www.hypereads.com/list

MicroFame Media website: microfamemedia.com

Author Website: michaelfschein.com

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