Adrian Tchaikovsky: How to Write Absurdly Well | How I Write

David Perell interviews Adrian Tchaikovsky, an award-winning and prolific writer of fantasy and science fiction, about his writing process. Tchaikovsky discusses his advanced planning, which stems from his background in role-playing games, and how he builds immersive worlds by starting with a "what-if" scenario and logically expanding upon it. He emphasizes originality and creating cohesive, realistic worlds that inform the story and characters. Tchaikovsky also shares his thoughts on the differences between fantasy and science fiction, the importance of research, and the role of emotions in fight scenes. He touches on the importance of endings and the interplay between conscious and subconscious thought in writing.