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Aspiring writers, best-selling scribes, and award-winning screenwriters confront existential dread and writing angst! A podcast for the conversationalist.

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Host Caitlin Malcuit and Daniel Ford discuss the recent layoffs at The Washington Post.

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• "You Can't Kill Swagger" by Sally Jenkins

• "He Was Laid Off at The Washington Post After Working There 60 Years" by Eri... more

Author Kathleen Boland joins Daniel Ford on the show to discuss her debut novel Scavengers.

To learn more about Kathleen Boland, visit her official website.

This episode is sponsored by Libro.fm and the Is It Streaming podcast, the newest additi... more

Author Alejandro Varela (The Town of Babylon, The People Who Report More Stress) returns to the show and chats with Daniel Ford about his latest novel Middle Spoon.

To learn more about Alejandro Varela, visit his official website. Also listen to o... more

Host Caitlin Malcuit brews up the first Friday Morning Coffee of 2026 by discussing *deep breath* Canadian Brass' tuba rendition of "Flight of the Bumblebee," the rad Lowell, Mass.-based, aptly named brass ensemble The Party Band, Somerville's HONK! ... more

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Recent Guests

Alejandro Varela
Author of Middle Spoon and The Town of Babylon
Writer and Editor-at-Large at Apogee Journal
Episode: Episode 739: Alejandro Varela
Sam Quinones
Author and journalist known for his impactful storytelling
Author of The Perfect Tuba
Episode: Friday Morning Coffee: Sam Quinones
Howard Bryant
Author of Kings and Pawns; a prominent sports journalist and author.
ESPN
Episode: Episode 738: Howard Bryant
Daniel Paisner
A well-known ghostwriter and podcaster
As Told To, the Ghostwriting Podcast
Episode: Celebrating As Told To's 100th Episode With Daniel Paisner
Alex DeMille
Bestselling novelist and award-winning filmmaker, son of Nelson DeMille
Author of The Tin Men
Episode: Celebrating As Told To's 100th Episode With Daniel Paisner
Tamar Shapiro
Author of "Restitution" and former housing attorney
Episode: Friday Morning Coffee: Tamar Shapiro
Julian Brave NoiseCat
Author and filmmaker known for his work on indigenous themes.
Episode: Episode 737: Julian Brave NoiseCat
Alafair Burke
Bestselling author and Edgar Award nominee
Episode: Episode 736: Alafair Burke
Sarah Curtis
Author of Daughter of a Song
Writer
Episode: Friday Morning Coffee: Writing Into the Mystery With Sarah Curtis

Hosts

Daniel Ford
Host of a podcast that focuses on the craft and business of writing, featuring discussions with authors and industry experts about their experiences and advice.
Caitlin Malcuit
Host of Friday Morning Coffee, where she engages in discussions with authors about their work and the writing process.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Loved the Keith O’Brien episode. Great job interviewing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Son of a Blitch
    United States2 years ago
  • Great content, great host

    I think the host asks terrific questions. Plus he has a great voice, my # rule for a podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Janbrog
    United States4 years ago
  • Great podcast but the first five minutes are all advertising

    I want to appreciate that hosting a podcast comes with expenses, but I just spent five minutes listening to advertising before getting to any content at which point I no longer really wanted to listen to the podcast. I suppose I don’t understand doing a podcast this way? Why not spread the advertising out throughout. Or maybe it’s done on purpose so that we can fast forward to the first five minutes, but as someone who’s relatively new to the podcast I honestly didn’t get past the first five min... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    JesWa77
    United States5 years ago
  • Amazing Podcast!!

    My new fav writing podcast. Insightful questions and inspiring guests! Bravo 🤍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Louise Claire Johnson
    Canada5 years ago
  • Excellent podcast!

    This is such a brilliant podcast for writers and readers alike. Daniel Ford is an excellent host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bianca Author
    Canada5 years ago

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Several reviews appreciate the diversity of guests and topics covered.
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Listeners find inspiration and relatable insights for their own writing journeys.
Engaging content with thoughtful discussions about writing.
Hosts ask insightful questions, enhancing the interview experience.

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Friday Morning Coffee: Sam Quinones
Q: What advice do you have for writers looking to explore different topics?
Quinones encourages writers not to allow themselves to be pigeonholed and to write about what they don't know, exploring new and unexpected areas of storytelling.
Friday Morning Coffee: Sam Quinones
Q: Can you share your journey from being a crime reporter to exploring tubas?
Quinones discusses how he investigated the popularity of the tuba in Mexican immigrant parties, which led him to interview tuba players and ultimately write his book, "The Perfect Tuba."
Episode 739: Alejandro Varela
Q: How did you get words on the page for this one?
Varela enjoyed an organic writing process with the epistolary format allowing candid expression of intimate thoughts.
Episode 739: Alejandro Varela
Q: Can you tell our listeners the premise of the book and what led to the idea for it?
Alejandro Varela aimed to explore the unique grief from heartbreak, emphasizing its authenticity and the challenge of writing something relatable.
Celebrating As Told To's 100th Episode With Daniel Paisner
Q: Did you have to abandon ship after your father's passing?
There was never any doubt because we had the proposal which we submitted the year earlier.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Writer's Bone

What is Writer's Bone about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A platform for aspiring writers and literary enthusiasts, conversations typically center around the art and challenges of writing, featuring a diverse array of guests from best-selling authors to emerging voices. Common themes include personal storytelling, the intricacies of the writing process, and discussions on the nuances of publishing and audience engagement. Each episode often highlights the personal journeys of writers, providing insights into their creative influences and challenges faced in the literary world.

This podcast stands out due to its blend of interviews with notable literary figures and a focus on both the emotional and technical aspects of writing, making it appealing to those in the writing community as well as to cr... more

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4. Daniel Paisner
5. Alex DeMille
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