Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers How Kevin J. Anderson Learned to Meet Reader Expectations
Episode 0019 / Prolific science fiction and epic fantasy author Kevin J. Anderson joins us to talk about how he learned to meet reader expectations as well as how he’s changing his writing to shift with reader preferences. We also discuss Kevin’s involvement in the Superstars Writing Seminar and Western Colorado University’s Master of Arts in Publishing.
You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com.
Both Sara and Jami have had a bit of a downer of a week, but they’re both pressing ahead. Jami got her revisions done and is looking forward to a June release date for her book.
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In this podcast episode, you’ll discover:
- How reading widely can improve your writing
- The importance of professionalism for both traditional and indie authors
- Collaboration and hybrid publishing
- Why it’s a good idea to stay brand-focused on social media
- Paying it forward through mentoring writers
- The Master degree program in Publishing at Western Colorado University and why it would be ideal for someone who wants to run their own publishing house
- How reader preference for shorter fiction has changed how Kevin plots his books
- How Kevin studies bestsellers to learn why those books resonate with readers
Genres discussed include science fiction and epic fantasy.
Links:
🚀 Jami’s Launch Plan https://www.jamialbright.com/authorservices
❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5
🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/
📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/
The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast
Resources from the Author and Reader Community to Help Ukrainians https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E9QQhmcpa_dlxQY-GEqBiIbIZk-_J1MgQX_BxLI3F84/edit?usp=sharing