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Writing for Self vs. Audience
- Dan discusses how he writes mainly for himself, whereas Brandon writes for an audience and markets his stories accordingly.
- Brandon felt liberated when he stopped chasing trends and started writing stories he genuinely wanted to tell.
Responding to Harsh Fan Email
- Dan once replied to a harsh fan email calling his book suitable only for "Satan and Saddam Hussein".
- He responded cheekily by telling the fan the book had just won a Reader's Choice Award.
Avoid Responding to Reviews
- Authors generally should avoid responding to reviews to prevent unnecessary drama.
- Responding can amplify negativity and cause emotional toll without meaningful career benefits.