Appearances

Upcoming

1. Talk · Nov 10–⁠13 2026

   The Writer You Become: The Science of Alter Egos and Creative Performance

   Author Nation, Las Vegas

   What if the version of you that struggles to write isn’t the only version available? High performers in sport, business, and the arts often use a psychological tool that sounds theatrical but is deeply scientific: the alter ego. From Beyoncé’s Sasha Fierce to elite athletes who “step into character” before competition, identity shifting is one of the most powerful performance tools we have. In this talk, Chris explores the neuroscience and psychology behind alter egos—and shows writers how to use identity intentionally to overcome self-doubt, perfectionism, procrastination, and fear of judgment. This isn’t about pretending to be someone else. It’s about activating parts of yourself that already exist. If mindset is the biggest obstacle to finishing great work, identity may be the key.

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Past appearances

1. Panel · June 14 2026

   Navigating the Hurdles of Being a Writer

   London Festival of Writing

   Writing can be a tumultuous journey with plenty of obstacles in your path. Join this panel to learn more about navigating the highs and lows of writing life.

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2. Podcast · June 02 2026

   The Feedback Loop That Makes Better Writers

   Author Nation

   In this episode of the Author Nation podcast, Managing Director Joe Solari sits down with Chris Banks, founder of ProWritingAid, to talk about the feedback, mindset, and community writers need to keep going.

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3. Webinar · May 26 2026

   How To Overcome Perfectionism

   Online

   An online session for writers who struggle with perfectionism alongside Jessica Brody, bestselling author of Save the Cat! Writes a Novel.

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4. Podcast · April 2025

   How to use AI in your writing (while staying in creative control)

   London Writers' Salon

   A conversation on AI in writing, creative control, and how writers can use new tools without losing their voice.

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5. Podcast · April 14, 2023

   How to use ProWritingAid to improve your writing

   The Creative Penn Podcast · with Joanna Penn

   A discussion on AI-assisted editing, the evolution of writing tools, and how writers can balance automation with creativity.

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6. Podcast · April 2021

   Fix your writing tics

   The Creative Penn Podcast · with Joanna Penn

   An exploration of common writing tics and how greater awareness of language patterns can help writers produce clearer, more effective prose.

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7. Podcast · April 1 2020

   Spot your habits and build your skills

   DIY MFA Radio · with Gabriela Pereira

   A conversation on writing habits, self-editing, and the early ideas behind ProWritingAid — including how writers can systematically improve their craft.

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8. Podcast · February 2020

   Why writing tools matter

   The Bestseller Experiment · with Mark Stay & Mark Desvaux

   An early interview on the origins of ProWritingAid, the writing process, and the role of editing in producing professional-quality work.

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Booking enquiries

If you would like to invite Chris to speak, appear on your podcast, or participate in an event, please get in touch.