Consider This

Moments in My Writing Life after Which Everything Was Different

By: Chuck Palahniuk

Narrated by: Chuck Palahniuk, Edoardo Ballerini

Renowned, bestselling novelist Chuck Palahniuk takes us behind the scenes of the writing life, with postcards from decades on the road and incredible examination of the power of fiction and the art of storytelling.

In this spellbinding blend of memoir and insight, bestselling author Chuck Palahniuk shares stories and generous advice on what makes writing powerful and what makes for powerful writing.

With advice grounded in years of careful study and a keenly observed life, Palahniuk combines practical advice and concrete examples from beloved classics, his own books, and a "kitchen-table MFA" culled from an evolving circle of beloved authors and artists, with anecdotes, postcards from the road, and much more.

Clear-eyed, sensitive, illuminating, and knowledgeable, Consider This is Palahniuk's love letter to stories and storytellers, booksellers and books themselves. Consider it a classic in the making.

Critic reviews

Praise for CONSIDER THIS
"Reminiscent of Stephen King's On Writing in never failing to entertain while imparting wisdom, this is an indispensable resource for writers."
—Publishers Weekly

"[Palahniuk] reveals surprising humility [with] fresh and accessible ideas. Fans will appreciate the insight into his own work, especially Fight Club (1996), his tributes to friends and forebears, and how he delivers gracious and encouraging wisdom in his characteristically conversational style."—Booklist

"For that author who wants to expand his or her horizons and try something new, Consider This by Chuck Palahniuk is the book to pick up. Laugh-out-loud funny[...]there is a world of information in this small book."—p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'}New York Journal of Books

"A book for those who want to learn to write dangerously, or perhaps just learn about the man who pioneered 'dangerous writing.' [It'll] inspire you try take a stab at telling your story."—p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'}Booktrib

"Tried-and-true practical advice for aspiring writers."—p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'}USA Today

"A savvy teacher. [Palahniuk's] advice is highly detailed and practical."—p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'}Kirkus

"Grade-A prime Chuck Palahniuk."—p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'}Publishers Weekly

This book from Palahniuk is insightful."—p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'}Dallas Morning News

PRAISE FOR CHUCK PALAHNIUK:

"Chuck Palahniuk's stories don't unfold. They hurtle headlong, changing lanes in threes and banging off the guard rails of modern fiction... With his love of contemporary fairytales that are gritty and dirty rather than pretty, Palahniuk is the likeliest inheritor of Vonnegut's place in American writing."—San Francisco Chronicle

"One of the most feverish imaginations in American letters."
—The Washington Post

"Like Edgar Allen Poe, Palahniuk is a bracingly toxic purveyor of dread and mounting horror. He makes nihilism fun."—Vanity Fair

"Dark riffing on modernity is the reason people read Palahniuk. His books are not so much novels as jagged fables, cautionary tales about the creeping peril represented by almost everything."—Time

My fav author writing advice book

Good stuff. He really hits some detailed points, not the usual basic stuff you find in IG memes “show don’t tell” etc. There a couple things I’ll use for future books. Nice work, Mr. Chuck P

Incredibly helpful

This has been the most entertaining and practical book I have read for writers. I strongly recommend this to others hoping to learn more about the craft.

best book on writing I've listened to

What can I say? Lots of tips, lots of stories. The struggles, victories, the highs and the lows. Worth your time, money and credit.

a personal look into chuck

this book made me want to pursue writing in an ernest way.

If you're looking for author or specific book recommendations chuck makes a ton of suggestions here.

well worth the time even of you have no interest in writing and just want a look into chuck as he goes outside his normal bounds of fiction.

this book will gave me a greater understanding of chuck's books and the world of authorship in general.

Clear and fun direction

This book offers interesting tips that go beyond the obvious "write every day". There's plenty of interesting direction to get your creative juices flowing. I'll likely read it again.

must read for any writer.

if you are a writer, Palahniuk fan, or even just a fan of the written word, this is your book. Palahniuk takes the reader on as his surrogate student and passes down his hard won knowledge. While this isn't an instruction manual for writing the great American Novel, it is a thought provoking introduction to wisdom of a seasoned tradesperson.

Thanks Chuck

I picked this on a whim because I love listening to books that are read by the authors. I wish I could use your voice for Siri because your voice is an anxiety repellent. Thanks for the laughs and thought provoking context. Until next time!

Brilliant

One of the Best Narratives i've ever heard on Audible.
Unique storytelling guide. Mysterious & Entertaining powerful stories..

So many pointers and insights

Palahniuk's writing style has always been a mystery to me. However, the book "Consider This" has opened up an entirely new experience as it serves to decode Palahniuk's numerous writing strategies. It is a goldmine for anyone interested in the art of storytelling and the writer’s unique craftsmanship.

While reading, I found it fascinating and kept stopping to re-read just to take in what he was sharing. Even then, I couldn't absorb it all. Everything is laid out for any intrepid reader to digest. I took in every jam-packed line, written with such efficiency that I was constantly reminding myself, "this is important." There were numerous times when the anecdotes repeatedly hijacked my attention, causing me to pause, think a little, and realize I was missing the big pointer.

However, his repetitive hook, "If I were your writing instructor," helped me refocus. I now look forward to rereading "Fight Club," along with, "Choke," and a few other books by Chuck Palahniuk.

Moreover, these insights assure me that I will never read a story the same way again.

In summary, "Consider This" is pure gold and a must-read for anyone interested in writing and storytelling.

A MUST for any kind of creative

After plowing through this, I would confidently add it to any required reading list for anyone interested in creating something. Palahniuk’s lessons intertwined with his stories resonate in such a profound way, and are invaluable. Simply a must!