The Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity, and Neuroscience How #1 NY Times Bestselling Author Jim Butcher Writes
Nov 17, 2023
#1 NY Times bestselling author, Jim Butcher, outlines a hit 20-novel series. He discusses his journey as a writer, the influence of a writing class, and the challenges of balancing writing time. Butcher emphasizes the importance of connecting with fans and staying true to his artistic vision.
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Teacher Validates A 20-Book Plan
- Jim Butcher told how a teacher told him his class work was "professional quality" and asked for an outline for the rest of the novel.
- He marched back with an outline for 20 novels and a capstone trilogy and babbled the series plan for half an hour.
Five Bad Novels Before A Breakthrough
- Jim described writing five terrible early novels across different subgenres before enrolling in Deborah Chester's class.
- In that class he followed her craft worksheets and produced the first Dresden Files novel, Storm Front.
Protect Your Writing Time
- Guard your dedicated keyboard time jealously because career tasks will encroach on writing.
- Keep that sacred alone time to remain productive and maintain your craft.