Erica Wagner
Writer, journalist, and former literary editor of The Times, author of the novel Wash and the nonfiction Chief Engineer, who discusses her research and use of Scrivener.
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May 6, 2026 • 33min
Episode 62: Erica Wagner, Novelist and Literary Editor
Erica Wagner, writer and former literary editor of The Times, and author of Wash and Chief Engineer. She talks about researching Washington Roebling and choosing a novel over biography. She explains using Scrivener to organize research, reorder scenes, and manage shifting chronology. She discusses nonlinear narrative, close third perspective, and crafting immersive dialogue.
