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Should You Copy Your Favorite Authors?

Should You Copy Your Favorite Authors?

Update: 2025-08-15
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“Good artists borrow, great artists steal.” — Pablo Picasso

Is copying bad? What about fanfiction? 

In this episode, S. D. Smith and Brett Harris explore why young writers should absolutely imitate their favorite authors — and how doing so leads to originality in the long run.

You’ll hear:

  • Why copying is actually a powerful learning tool
  • How fanfiction can build real writing skills
  • What C. S. Lewis and Shakespeare teach us about originality
  • And why you don’t need to stress about having a “completely unique” idea

If you love writing, this episode will set you free to grow, create, and enjoy the journey.

Subscribe now and share this episode with a young writer who needs it.

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Should You Copy Your Favorite Authors?

Should You Copy Your Favorite Authors?

Brett Harris & S. D. Smith