Writers Circle

Latest Episodes:

Eugene Polupan and Rory Green Aug 11, 2026

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In this episode, senior editor Will Parker Anderson talks with author Eugene Polupan and literary agent Rory Green about what it takes to pitch your book successfully. Preorder Eugene's book, How To Fight Like Jesus here. Join Will's newsletter: writerscircle.co Substack: https://willparkeranderson.substack.com/ Instagram: @willparkeranderson"

Kevin Burrell: How to bring your ideas to life Apr 21, 2026

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Debut author Kevin Burrell shares some crucial lessons he learned while writing and promoting his first book. He also discusses with senior editor Will Parker Anderson how metaphors, stories, and illustrations capture readers and bring ideas to life. Join Will's newsletter: writerscircle.co Substack: https://willparkeranderson.substack.com/ Instagram: @willparkeranderson

The Mom Test Jan 28, 2026

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How can you get honest feedback on your ideas, without putting pressure on others to just tell you what you want to hear? In today's coaching episode, Will explains "the mom test," based on a book he read, that offers a strategy you can use today.

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Andrew Peterson: Honesty, beauty, and truth Jan 20, 2026

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In Part 2 of this conversation with Andrew Peterson, he helps us navigate some creative tensions like how to balance clarity and creativity, how to define success and failure, and much more.

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Andrew Peterson: Be willing to be misunderstood Jan 13, 2026

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Musical artist and prolific author Andrew Peterson offers some of his favorite learnings about the craft of writing.

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What topic should you write about? Nov 25, 2025

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Ever find yourself asking, "What should I write about?" or "Where's the gap in the market?" I understand these questions, but I think they're the wrong ones.

In this coaching episode, senior editor Will Parker Anderson shares insider wisdom on how to discover your next book idea—not by chasing trends, but by tuning in to what's stirring in your own heart.

Hi! I'm Will Parker Anderson and I'm an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there's no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle.

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A liturgy for feedback Nov 18, 2025

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Every writer has a love-hate relationship with feedback. We need it, but it still stings. What if feedback isn't a bitter pill we have to swallow, but a beautiful, stretching part of your spiritual formation?

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The 10 commandments of platform building (part 2) Nov 11, 2025

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In Part 2 of this special coaching series, senior editor Will Parker Anderson shares five tips from his "10 Commandments of Platform Building." This episode will equip you to share your ideas and grow your audience in a way that's authentic, life-giving, and sustainable.

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The 10 commandments of platform building (part 1) Nov 04, 2025

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Feeling worn out, fake, or frustrated trying to grow your author platform? You're not the only one—and there's a better way.

In this special coaching episode, senior editor Will Parker Anderson pulls back the curtain on his "10 Commandments of Platform Building," sharing five insider tips to help you attract followers in a way that feels authentic, life-giving, and sustainable.

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J.R. Briggs (part 2): Questions every writer should ask Oct 28, 2025

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In Part 2 of my interview with my leadership coach J.R. Briggs, he unpacks:

1. Questions we need to ask ourselves as writers

2. Questions about the reader

3. Questions for feedback

J.R.'s book: The Art of Asking Better Questions

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