On this inspiring episode of the Authority On Demand Podcast (formerly Authors On Mission Podcast), host Danielle Hutchinson sits down with Chris Orcutt to explore his decade-long journey writing, editing, and self-publishing his 1.2 million-word, 9-episode novel Bodaciously True and Totally Awesome.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

How Orcutt created an immersive “time machine” experience of the 1980s using deep research and Spotify playlists
Why he invented “Method Editing” with his alter ego Max Perky to overcome creator bias
The philosophy behind his DIY approach to writing, editing, and publishing — maintaining a singular artistic vision
Insights into his protagonist Avery Ace Craig’s transformation and the symbolic role of Halley’s Comet
How historical events like Chernobyl and Cold War anxieties are woven into the narrative
Practical advice for aspiring writers: don’t wait for permission, write fast and revise later

📖 Whether you’re a writer, reader, or lover of immersive storytelling, this episode will inspire you to embrace creativity, persistence, and bold vision in your own work.

🔗 Chris Orcutt’s Links:

https://www.orcutt.net

https://www.facebook.com/orcuttwriter

Purchase the Book on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Chris-Orcutt/author/B006881DOA

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How Chris Orcutt Built His Epic Novel Bodaciously True and Totally Awesome