Interview #5: How Paul Bradley Carr Makes Money Writing

In this interview, Paul talks about leaving the newsroom behind, landing a major book deal, and reinventing his writing life in a Palm Springs bookstore.

Paul Bradley Carr has built a writing life that blends sharp cultural critique with independent spirit. After two decades writing about the tech world for outlets like The Guardian and TechCrunch, he left journalism behind to focus on fiction—and opened a bookstore along the way.

In this interview, Paul talks candidly about the ups and downs of a 27-year writing career, from early deals and Silicon Valley exposés to the realities of sustaining a living through books. If you're curious about how a working writer balances creativity, commerce, and the occasional big swing, this one’s for you.