The Creative Penn Podcast For Writers

Building A Long Term Author Business, Dictation, Kickstarter, and Short Story Collections With Kevin J Anderson

Jan 20, 2025

Kevin J. Anderson, a multi-award-winning author with over 190 books to his name, shares his insights on building a sustainable author career. He discusses leveraging technology for more efficient writing, diversifying income streams, and the importance of maintaining an email list. Anderson also highlights the burgeoning world of audio publishing and the role of Kickstarter in supporting independent projects. He emphasizes the need for adaptability and offers practical advice for navigating the shifting landscape of authorship.

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Quick takeaways

Diversifying income sources is crucial for authors to ensure financial stability and adapt to changes in the publishing landscape.

Integrating AI tools into the writing process allows authors to streamline their workflows and focus more on creative aspects rather than grunt work.

Utilizing platforms like Kickstarter enables authors to fund projects in advance while connecting directly with readers, enhancing both engagement and financial support.

Deep dives

The Impact of Platform Control on Authors

The podcast highlights the significance of diversifying income sources for authors, as reliance on a single platform can lead to instability. Joanna Penn shares her personal experience of being laid off during the financial crisis, leading her to realize the necessity of not depending solely on one company's revenue stream. Authors are urged to build multiple avenues for income and ensure consistent communication with their audience through means such as email lists. This approach not only secures financial stability but also prepares authors for potential changes in the publishing landscape.

Intro

2min

Navigating the New Publishing Landscape

7min

Emerging Trends in Audio Publishing and Independent Authors

2min

Navigating the Author Journey: Business Insights and Creative Updates

2min

Journey to Berlinale: Navigating Collaboration and Community

4min

Engagement and Resources for Authors

4min

Adapting to Change: A 40-Year Author's Journey

8min

Navigating Success and Creativity

27min

Navigating Authorial Pitfalls

8min

How can you build a long-term author career with multiple streams of income? How can you use technology for the grunt work and not the fun part of writing? Kevin J Anderson gives his tips. In the intro, has TikTok gone dark? [AP]; BookVault is expanding printing to Australia; GPSR, the EU’s new General Product […]

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