

Everything Nat Eliason Learned Writing His First Book
520 snips Jul 3, 2024
Nat Eliason, author of *Crypto Confidential*, shares his transformation from SEO blogger to memoirist. He dives into the art of compelling storytelling, revealing the key techniques he discovered during his two-year journey. Nat discusses the balance between personal vision and marketability in writing, the nuances of crafting engaging dialogue, and the importance of emotional authenticity. He also explores how AI can enhance the writing process without overshadowing one's unique voice. This conversation is packed with invaluable insights for aspiring storytellers.
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Developing Taste as a Writer
- Read widely, including books you dislike, to develop taste and articulate what makes writing good or bad.
- Analyze what doesn't work in "bad" books and identify what works well in "good" books.
Transitioning to Narrative Nonfiction
- Nat Eliason transitioned from how-to articles to narrative nonfiction, initially receiving feedback that his writing was boring.
- He used Red Rising as inspiration to learn how to write exciting, commercially successful stories.
The Grammarly Problem
- Many writing problems perceived by writers go unnoticed by readers.
- Learn to read as both a writer and a reader, recognizing that most people read as readers.