Speed Writing: The Art of Rapid Storytelling | Episode 218
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Ever wondered how some writers produce mountains of quality content in mere minutes? Meet David Solomon, a creative powerhouse who can write 80 pages in just 20 minutes without sacrificing quality or emotion.
In this fascinating conversation, Solomon reveals the origins of his extraordinary speed writing ability – beginning with childhood punishment writing Bible verses repeatedly, which unexpectedly cultivated a rare talent. He walks us through his immersive approach to storytelling, where writing becomes a vivid, cinematic experience. "When you speed write, you're literally writing out a movie playing in your head," Solomon explains, giving listeners a glimpse into his creative process.
What sets Solomon apart isn't just his writing speed, but his multidisciplinary approach. As both a novelist and screenplay writer, he brings unique perspectives to dialogue creation, character development, and scene setting. He demonstrates how he builds emotional depth into characters while maintaining engaging pacing. Perhaps most surprisingly, Solomon reveals how songwriting integrates into his creative process, sometimes composing original music that captures the emotional essence of pivotal scenes in his stories.
Whether you're a writer seeking to improve your productivity, a creative looking for fresh approaches to storytelling, or simply curious about the inner workings of a remarkable mind, this episode offers valuable insights into the intersection of talent, technique, and tireless practice. Solomon's journey reminds us that exceptional abilities often emerge from unexpected beginnings and that even natural talents require dedicated refinement.
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David Solomon shares his remarkable speed writing ability, describing how he transforms visual storytelling into written words at an astonishing pace - sometimes producing 80 pages in 20 minutes.
• Origins of speed writing talent beginning with writing Bible verses as childhood punishment
• Viewing writing as "watching a movie in your head" and transcribing what you see
• Balancing descriptive elements with compelling dialogue for effective storytelling
• Creating emotionally resonant characters readers can connect with
• Integrating original songwriting into the storytelling process
• Drawing scenes and characters before writing to establish visual foundations
• Approaching writing with confidence while acknowledging the hard work involved
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