Writing Excuses Writing Excuses 7.54: Four Ways the Industry is Changing
Dec 31, 2012
Discover the shifting tides in the literary world, where fantasy's popularity is giving way to a science fiction resurgence driven by young adult hits. Explore how the digital age enhances author-reader connections and demands innovative supplementary materials. Dive into the evolution of storytelling merchandise with a spotlight on unique ventures like T-shirts. Plus, uncover how platforms like Kickstarter are revolutionizing game publishing and the importance of collaboration in creating quality projects.
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Genre Swings From Natural To Artifice
- The market cycles between fantasy (natural) and science fiction (artifice) over long fashion-like swings.
- Current trend shows YA-driven dystopian and sci-fi rising due to cultural concerns like environment and genetics.
Prioritize Your Projects Over Chasing Trends
- Write what interests you, not just what's trending, but consider reordering your queue if a trend aligns with your interests.
- Don’t start writing in a genre you hate solely because someone predicts popularity.
Supplementary Content Becomes Expected
- Publishers increasingly expect in-world supplementary materials like novellas and bonus documents for marketing.
- The internet makes distributing small tie-in works easy, shifting industry expectations.
