Writing Excuses Writing Excuses Season 2 Episode 11: Talking Publishing and Writing with Dave Wolverton
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Dec 22, 2008 Genre-fiction publishing expert, Dave Wolverton, joins the Writing Excuses team to discuss using pseudonyms, the state of the publishing industry, and breaking into the industry. They also explore writing for specific audiences and starting with contests.
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Write What You Love
- Write what you love to maintain passion in your stories.
- Avoid switching genres often to satisfy publisher expectations and build your brand.
Naming Characters by Genre
- Pick character names that resonate with the story's genre and setting.
- Avoid names that feel out of place in the world you're creating.
Market Shifts in Genre Publishing
- Fantasy got overbought but publishers are now more interested in science fiction.
- Publishing trends fluctuate, so pay attention to market demands.