The podcast episodes provided cover various aspects of the art and craft of writing, demonstrating how accomplished authors approach the writing process.

For example, the episode Everything Nat Eliason Learned Writing His First Book delves into Eliason's journey to master the art of storytelling, including the specific tactics he employed to create a captivating memoir. Similarly, the discussion around Alice Munro, remembered explores Munro's acclaimed short story writing and her ability to convey depth and emotion through simple narratives.

Other episodes, such as Ep 432: Dan McQuade, touch on the challenges of effectively describing characters and updating older works, as well as the hosts' ability to articulate their reactions to books, which is a crucial skill for any writer.