In this Guest Haus edition with John Patrick Robbins we discuss the topics of humor in the arts, the pros and cons of everyday writing and how to pick markets for your work. 

The episode outlines how various life experiences can be vital touchstones for your writing.

Throughout the ages music is believed to play a role in creativity. Some creative people swear by including it before or during their creative process. If it has a role, what role does music play?

On this episode I discuss how anger can be a positive motivator in creating Art.

In this interview we manage to speak to Texas-based alternative-metal songwriter and musician Trey Saucillo from the band Sin Seer.

Our interview segment welcomes NC-based writer (Business Essentials For Writers) and publishing insider James Nettles.

 In perhaps the most important episode in the Guest Haus Edition series, Marketing, stands head and shoulders as the critical action that is often overlooked by writers whom live in the 21st century but stare back at the last century. These practical tips and answers will those willing to help themselves.

In this interview segment we welcome Canadian poet, fiction-writer author Brenda-Lee Ranta who often explores the inner world of our emotions and memories.

New Segment:  Metal Future is a new segment not tailored to the literary community as much as  the heavy metal community that appreciates its artistic explorations of various subjects and topics. In this segment we examine five early 80's metal bands who made their mark but most failed to become musical mainstays. 

Apocrypha  -- The Eyes of Time

Heir Apparent  -- One Small Voice

Leatherwolf -- Leatherwolf

Pretty Maids --  Future World

Vicious Rumors -- Digital Dictator

Classic Spotlight continues its mission to focus on past masters who have influenced writing and thinking throughout the times and the world. Aldous Huxley, the novelist, of "Brave New World" is just such a figure of towering intellect and curiosity.