In this episode hosts Vicki Atkinson and Wynne Leon and Vicki Atkinson engage with writer Michael Frutig, who shares insights into his diverse creative projects, the collaborative writing process, and the importance of exploring different genres to maintain creativity. Michael discusses his journey as a co-author, the challenges of writing humor, and the personal connections he weaves into his characters. The conversation also touches on his writing discipline and future projects, including an audiobook adaptation of his epic poem.

Takeaways

• Writing is a powerful tool for personal expression.
• Co-writing requires trust and collaboration.
• Exploring different genres can enhance creativity.
• Daily writing discipline can lead to significant progress.
• Characters often reflect aspects of the writer's self.
• Humor in writing is challenging but rewarding.
• Feedback from readers can be invaluable.
• Writing can be a cathartic process.
• Inspiration can come from everyday experiences.
• The journey of writing is as important as the final product.

Links for this episode

Show Notes on Sharing the Heart of the MatterMichael Frutig (website/blog)  

Quintology novellas Amazon.com: Whiskey: The Quintilogy Part 1 eBook : Frutig, Michael: Kindle Store  

The Ring of Dain Thar Duin” Invocation - YouTube  

Lincoln and Chicago by John Toman and Michael Frutig on Amazon

From the Hosts:

Vicki’s book about resilience and love: Surviving Sue; Blog: https://victoriaponders.com/

Wynne’s book about her beloved father: Finding My Father’s Faith; Blog: https://wynneleon.com/