Coffee With Cole: The Digital Writing Podcast Why Your Fiction Writing Feels Generic (And How to Fix It)
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May 20, 2025 
Nicolas Cole, a creative writing graduate and founder of a ghostwriting agency, shares insights from his journey in writing and entrepreneurship. He discusses the significance of category thinking to distinguish one’s work in a crowded market. Cole delves into the integration of AI in writing, arguing for its supportive role rather than as a replacement. He also emphasizes innovative marketing strategies for niche genres, the importance of building a series for audience loyalty, and encourages writers to explore diverse revenue streams while nurturing their storytelling passion.
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Use Category Modifiers
- Differentiate your fiction by adding a category modifier, not just by telling a different story.
- Use modifiers like "lit RPG fantasy" or "legal thriller" to stand out in large genres.
AI as New Game Expansion
- Nicolas Cole embraced AI early by comparing it to a game expansion in World of Warcraft.
- Rejecting AI is like refusing to learn new game rules, which leads to falling behind.
Fiction's Higher Earning Potential
- Fiction has much higher earning potential than nonfiction due to larger mainstream appeal.
- Fiction can have a longer shelf life, potentially hundreds of years, unlike nonfiction books.
