Chuck Palahniuk's Plot Spoiler

Chuck Palahniuk's Plot Spoiler offers a blend of unique fiction, personal narratives, and deep dives into writing techniques. It features content ranging from unconventional storytelling, the exploration of creativity within constraints, to discussions on existential themes and societal observations, all while interlacing humor and introspection.

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Top posts of the year

And their main takeaways
3085 implied HN points 08 Jul 23
  1. Consider focusing on a very small customer base that will pay high prices for your service or product.
  2. Creating a high-status-signaling commodity can attract a niche market of wealthy individuals.
  3. Emphasizing exclusivity and luxury in your offerings can drive demand and high price points.
2535 implied HN points 03 Aug 23
  1. The author discusses the allure of old science fiction stories and their hidden depths.
  2. Old sci-fi stories are shown to contain deeper emotional and psychological themes than expected.
  3. The author requests readers not to renew paid subscriptions until more content is provided.
2437 implied HN points 07 Aug 23
  1. Recall incidents like the Ross Steering Gear crisis can have broader impact on industries and supply chains.
  2. Combining personal experience with technical skills is crucial for writers to create meaningful work.
  3. According to one study, people tend to create their masterpiece around the age of thirty-one by combining formal education with life experiences.
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2319 implied HN points 17 Jan 24
  1. The author shares an experience of combining punk and opera in the '80s.
  2. The video emphasizes observing people's hands and body language to understand emotion.
  3. Watching performances without focusing on words can reveal a deeper emotional connection.
2083 implied HN points 08 Jun 23
  1. Writing is about risking looking bad and giving others the same opportunity.
  2. A proposed series may fail to find a large readership and face challenges with publishers.
  3. Persisting through challenges is important in creative pursuits like writing.
2044 implied HN points 25 May 23
  1. The idea of aspiring to be insane rather than conventional
  2. The societal allure of insanity for attention and identity
  3. The evolving perception of 'crazy' and its shifts over time
2004 implied HN points 30 Jun 23
  1. A photo taken last night by a friend was shared on Chuck Palahniuk's Substack
  2. The photo was of NYC Mercer Street in SOHO, sent by Amy Sacks of the Pixie Project
  3. There are options to share, copy the link, and leave comments on the post
1886 implied HN points 25 Jul 23
  1. Throwing a fake intervention can be a fun party idea with a unique twist.
  2. Feeling left out of certain experiences can lead to unexpected emotions.
  3. Live events can have unexpected surprises, like a kangaroo, that may be best avoided.
805 implied HN points 10 Feb 24
  1. The post is about a story written in 590 words by Chuck Palahniuk, dedicated to Shirley Jackson.
  2. The content seems to be behind a paywall, as it specifies 'This post is for paid subscribers.'
  3. Readers can subscribe to Chuck Palahniuk's Substack to access the post and other exclusive content.