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Sitting in Silence

On writing, craft, worry & joy.

On writing, craft, worry & joy. mauricecarlosruffin.substack.com

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1:57

The Literary Uses of Anger

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/10/30

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit mauricecarlosruffin.substack.comIn today’s lesson, I crack open three of my all-time favorite books and show you how author’s display their narrator’s frustration to effectively set up and develop story. Thanks for subscribing at the Patron level!Sitting in Silence is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.

44:25

A Little Anger Now and Then...

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/10/29

Hi all, I hope you enjoy tonight’s episode. Not much to say other than, please consider becoming a patron. Sitting in Silence is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mauricecarlosruffin.substack.com/subscribe

1:29

The Number One Thing Keeping You from Being Published

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/10/21

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit mauricecarlosruffin.substack.comHi all and welcome to my annual quick hitter series for patrons. If you’re a patron, thank you for the support. If not, consider becoming a paid subscriber to my podcasts and newsletters that are chock full of valuable information for writers and creators.Enjoy.

46:33

The Desire to Create is Innate

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/10/15

Hi all, this year’s craft series kicked off with the live craft session and continues here with a free podcast on desire. More posts will follow in the newsletter and the podcast. Love what I’m doing with Sitting in Silence? Consider becoming a patron. It really helps me continue this important work. Sitting in Silence is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Or don’t. The vast majority of posts are free and will remain

41:56

Live with Maurice Carlos Ruffin

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/10/11

Thank you Sayu Bhojwani, Claudia Barker, Jackie Kerr, Khadijah Abdul Haqq, TowandaL, and many others for tuning into my live video with Elisa M. Speranza (she/her)! Join me for my next live video in the app.If you enjoy Sitting in Silence, consider sustaining it by becoming a patron!Sitting in Silence is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers

52:29

Welcome Back to the World

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/10/04

Thanks to everyone for the birthday wishes. I turned XXX years old on September 20 and had a truly darling time. In today’s episode, I catch you up on my adventures in America’s publishing capital, New York City, talk about some upcoming excitement in the world of Sitting in Silence, and share thoughts on writing in this very odd political moment. Give a gift to yourself and listen.Also, thanks to patrons. You keep this space open and available to all. I’m giving a special talk about writing

45:36

Live with authors Maurice Carlos Ruffin and Genevieve...

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/09/25

Hi all. Maurice here. I've done many written interviews for Sitting in Silence. But join me for my first live interview.Genevieve Rheams is a brilliant writer and the woman behind the newly released novel, We Will Plant Birds of Paradise. I got to chat with her about becoming an author, overcoming projects that didn't get published, and writing books that speak to the authentic self.Sitting in Silence is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a

1:35

How It Feels to Turn in a Book

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/09/17

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit mauricecarlosruffin.substack.comThank you to the awesome sponsors of today’s episode: you!

35:40

There's Nothing to It But to Do It

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/09/08

Thanks for listening to today’s show, where I talk about the gumption all successful authors have. The universe can feel like it’s pushing against you, but it’s actually inviting you on a journey of discovery. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mauricecarlosruffin.substack.com/subscribe

1:26

Special Request for Patron Community

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/09/03

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit mauricecarlosruffin.substack.comThis is a special episode for patrons of Sitting in Silence. My annual fall craft series is coming up. What writing or life topics would you like me to cover? What do you want to know? What confuses you? What myths should be dispelled?Drop it in the comments or shoot me a message. 2024’s suggestions made for a truly special series. We can do even better this year!Here is last year’s most shared patron craft

39:15

Meet Your Moment

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/08/29

Hello and welcome to the second video episode of Sitting in Silence, the podcast about writing, craft, inspiration, and joy. In today’s post, I talk about finding our way as writers as well as reflecting on the 20th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. As a bonus, here is one of my favorite pieces about home. I like it because I wrote it, but you can judge for yourself. You can purchase my books here. Please consider becoming a paid subscriber to SIS. Paid subscribers sustain this space for everyone

39:47

The Worst Years of Our Lives: 20 Years of Hurricane...

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/08/23

Sliding Doors: sometimes it feels like we’re living in the wrong timeline, doesn’t it? But I challenge that thinking here in today’s episode of Maurice Carlos Ruffin’s Sitting in Silence. Sitting in Silence is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mauricecarlosruffin.substack.com/subscribe

35:34

I've Had the Time of My Life

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/08/16

In today’s podcast, I ask a few questions about your writing life that you might want to answer; discuss upcoming events; and engage in a light-hearted discussion about the nature of existence. Sitting in Silence is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mauricecarlosruffin.substack.com/subscribe

39:03

The One About Beginnings

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/08/09

Hello and welcome to the first video episode of Sitting in Silence, the video show about writing, craft, inspiration, and joy. In this ground floor space, I offer a brief introduction for newcomers, a craft talk on truth telling in writing, and a light sampling of my discussion on how to stay motivated in your creative endeavors.You can find my books here.Sitting in Silence is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid

1:19

When and How to Use Omniscient POV

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/08/02

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit mauricecarlosruffin.substack.comThank you to listener Peggy Neil for the topic suggestion. As a benefit, Sitting in Silence fans like Peggy are able to ask questions that I answer as soon as I can get to them. If you’d like to become a patron, you can subscribe below.Sitting in Silence is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.

1:02

You Can Nail Dialogue

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/07/23

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit mauricecarlosruffin.substack.comThanks to friend and listener, Elisa Speranza, for suggesting today’s topic. This is a part of this year’s summer series where I answer questions from patrons.

41:24

Embrace Your Season of Renewal

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/07/21

Enjoy today’s podcast. I talk about rebooting yourself in times when your tide feels low. Good luck in your writing journey. Also, check out my new paid subscriber series where I devote posts and episodes to directly answering reader questions. Sitting in Silence is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Please like, rate, and review this episode. And read the flagship newsletter on the app.Also, I’m teaching a novel

46:54

All Your Green is Gold

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/07/07

Welcome to Sitting in Silence, the podcast about writing, craft, worry & joy. In today’s important meditation, we’ll chat about the material you’re ignoring. Many writers go looking for exotic ideas when the best is right under their nose. I’ll be teaching a two-session online class on July 23 & 30 at 6 pm EST called Starting and Finishing Novels. Lastly, my latest book is on sale now. The American Daughters is a national bestseller! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other

0:56

The Nutshell Plot

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/07/03

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit mauricecarlosruffin.substack.comHi folks, today I talk about plotting and characterization technique I find very helpful when writing my books. I hope it helps you as well. Huzzah!Sitting in Silence is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Also, I’m teaching a novel writing class later this month. Check h…

23:20

The Oldster Magazine Questionnaire Live with Maurice...

Sitting in Silence ·

2025/07/02

I really enjoyed chatting with the great Sari Botton of Oldster about the pros and cons of getting older. She's a great interviewer, and she always challenges us to think deeper about our time on this planet.Join us for a serious and fun conversation. Sitting in Silence is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.And as always thanks to our subscribers. Share this post with your friends. Thank you to everyone who tuned

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