

#883
Mentioned in 41 episodes
A Swim in a Pond in the Rain
Book • 2021
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Mentioned in 41 episodes
Mentioned by 

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


Dan Shipper

3,635 snips
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Mentioned by 

as a cool book that comes out of George Saunders' creative writing pedagogy.


Cal Newport

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Ep. Ep 381: Life Advice from Legendary Writers
Mentioned by 

as a book Dan Jones recommended for learning how to read Russian literature.


Chris Williamson

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#1049 - Dr Jay Wiles - A Masterclass in Improving Your HRV
Recommended by 

as a beautiful and deeply engaging book, and a lovely meditation on creativity.


Derek Thompson

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Mentioned by 

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


Chris Dixon

293 snips
Chris Dixon: Writing Advice You Need to Know For The Future | How I Write Podcast
Mentioned by 

as a distillation of 

' teaching, featuring close readings of Russian short stories.


David Marchese


George Saunders

195 snips
'The Interview': George Saunders Says Ditching These Three Delusions Can Save You
Mentioned in the episode description as one of 

' works.


George Saunders

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George Saunders
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as a thoughtful collection of essays on Russian short stories and the value of reading.

Sam Winter-Levy

117 snips
#238 – Sam Winter-Levy and Nikita Lalwani on how AGI won't end mutually assured destruction (probably)
Recommended by 

, who said the book embodies simplicity in writing and offers a beautiful explanation of its craft.


Daniel Coyle

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

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