Welcome to another episode of Spun Today, where writing is both our anchor and our gateway to a universe of creativity. I'm Tony Ortiz, and in this episode, I take you deep into my own writing journey — breaking down my day-to-day habits, the victories and setbacks in sticking to a writing schedule, and the lessons learned along the way. I'll share actionable tips, including a powerful insight from Jay Z's creative process and how even a single well-chosen word can completely shift the meaning of a story.

We'll dissect the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel "Trust" by Hernan Diaz, looking closely at how form and structure themselves can reshape our understanding of narrative and character. From marketing your indie books with smarter tools to using AI for ad campaigns, I discuss how writers can leverage technology to grow their audience.

And as always, I'll round things off with one of my free writing pieces—highlighting the importance of focusing on possibilities instead of limitations as fuel for both creative and personal growth. Whether you're searching for inspiration, craft advice, or a creative lift, this episode is for every writer ready to push past the obstacles and chase the spark.

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Jay-Z: Lyrical Flow, 'Reasonable Doubt,' Biggie, & More (Exclusive Interview) https://youtu.be/PfMfwwHr8kM?si=XtKFvoDswiC7Ip95

 

Trust by Hernan Diaz: https://amzn.to/4wh7dPK

 

"Highlight the Possibilities. Not the Limitations." https://www.spuntoday.com/freewriting/highlight-the-possibilities

 

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Check out my Books

Make Way for You – Tips for getting out of your own way

ÁBRЕТЕ CAMINO: CONSEJOS PARA DEJAR DE SER TU PROPIO OBSTÁCULO (Spanish Edition)

FRACTAL – A Time Travel Tale

Melted Cold – A Collection of Short Stories

 

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