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Episode 71a: Jeff Wheeler - When Authors Pivot

First Draft Friday: Conversations about author craft

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Navigating Genre Transitions

The chapter delves into the author's journey of transitioning from writing fantasy to thrillers and back to fantasy, highlighting the challenges, creative process, and considerations involved in exploring new genres while satisfying core audiences. It discusses the author's shift in writing style, research process for creating a realistic thriller, and the decision to infuse supernatural elements for a fantasy-like experience. The speaker emphasizes the significance of creative freedom, experimentation, and continuous growth in writing, culminating in the announcement of a new fantasy series to be released soon.

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