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Sanderson is great, as always, but why the constant racism from the hosts?
@mondomacabromajor5731Ай бұрын
Great film, highly enjoyable and fascinating discussion of all the behind the scenes. Well done all.
@dcle944Ай бұрын
Imagine Brandon says “I read this book and that book and I hate it. Don’t buy it.” Lol
@prepthenoodlesАй бұрын
🎯 Key points for quick navigation: 🎭 Fantasy's success doesn't block out other series, but inspires more people to read the genre and creates opportunities for new authors 🌈 The fantasy genre has become much more diverse in recent years, with a greater variety of subgenres, mythologies, and types of stories being told 🌠 A sense of wonder and exploration is key to keeping readers engaged in fantasy, which is why diversity and innovation in the genre is so important 🙅♂️ Brandon would not write any more Wheel of Time books out of respect for Robert Jordan's wishes, even though he loved working on the series ⏳ Brandon maintains excitement and momentum in his writing by immersing himself in different projects and genres after finishing each book ✍️ Brandon writes about 2,000 words per day consistently, and attributes his productivity to this immersion and regular writing habit 🌎 The extent to which a fantasy novel should be rooted in the real world depends on the kind of story the author wants to tell 📚 A well-written story will find an audience regardless of current genre trends, so authors should focus on writing the story they want to write 🙏 The hosts acknowledge and thank their Patreon listeners for providing great questions for the Brandon Sanderson interview 💡 The hosts tease an upcoming "deep dive" discussion where they'll share additional knowledge and advice gleaned from the interview 🐦 The podcast's social media has seen lots of engagement, with followers sharing their writing ambitions for the year 👏 The hosts congratulate a listener, Chris, for finishing the first draft of his book 🔒 One host advises Chris to "lock away" the draft for 6 weeks to gain perspective before revising, a technique that worked well for the hosts' own book 🎁 One host expresses gratitude for a thoughtful gift of chocolate hobnobs from a listener 🎯 The hosts encourage listeners to publicly declare their writing goals for the year on the podcast's Facebook page for accountability and support 🌊 The upcoming "deep dive" will cover topics like trends, fanfiction, focus, and writing for markets, with insights applicable to all genres Made with HARPA AI
@blazingpineconeАй бұрын
Regarding big advances that don't earn out: I heard from a long-time insider in the NY publishing scene that publishers don't expect it to earn out. This happens all the time with even the biggest names. Instead, it's a covert way of offering some authors higher royalites. Instead of giving one author a 20% royality and another 10%, which may look unfair, they just give a big advance for a promising book deal. This way the author gets paid more per book, without advertising that they paid him or her a higher royality.
@blazingpineconeАй бұрын
In many industries, I've heard stories about how someone was a "pain" like Stone was with a mentor/influencer like Prachett and it paid off big. Repetition shows you're serious. The first 30 minutes of this interview contains great stories of persistence.
@JuliiiMoonАй бұрын
❤
@edwinleskin3112Ай бұрын
Excellent video
@gray_maraАй бұрын
Paperbacks from Hell was such a good book! I devoured teen horror in the 90s.
@sentinelshoshin4632Ай бұрын
26:38 2018??? You're living in the past, man
@sentinelshoshin4632Ай бұрын
When you started saying "How many millions of books has Brandon..." my mind went "...written."
@bestsellerexperimentАй бұрын
That's funny @sentinelshoshin4632! Probably not too far off :)
@dannyt46632 ай бұрын
Secret to Brandon's productivity: Draft fast, write every day, and always be excited about the scene you're writing today (or cut it) Saved you 29 minutes of stuff unrelated to mastering productive writing
@Templardrwho1232 ай бұрын
I checked out at “white guys in their 40’s” ugh…because you know, white guys in their 40’s have historically been the worst writers.
@christerdehlin88662 ай бұрын
This was good. Thanks!
@DarrenHuckey2 ай бұрын
I just discovered your channel last night and am so thankful. You inspired me to “get back on the wagon” with my writing after a long pause due to discouragement. I have previously published 7 non-fiction books and have 2 more underway, but I started my first fantasy novel nearly two years ago. I had shelved all three of these projects until I could “find more time” to work on them in the midst of working three jobs. After listening to this I wrote my first 250 words that I’ve written on any of these in a long time! Thank you!
@joshuab55502 ай бұрын
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:03 *📚 Successful authors schedule time to write,* - Scheduling time for writing is crucial for success. - Successful authors prioritize writing amidst daily challenges and commitments. - Establishing a regular writing habit is key to progress. 08:14 *💻 Most successful authors bank their words early,* - "Banking" words involves recording progress to build momentum. - Starting the day with writing increases the likelihood of consistent progress. - Tracking word count and progress fosters accountability and motivates writers. 13:30 *🤔 Authors, including bestsellers, question their work in progress,* - Doubt and questioning are common experiences for authors at various stages. - Overcoming challenges, such as the "muddy middle," is essential for progress. - Persistence through uncertainty can lead to breakthroughs and stronger writing habits. 20:40 *📝 Highly successful authors set and track goals,* - Setting specific goals, such as word count targets, provides clarity and direction. - Tracking progress enables authors to measure improvement and adjust strategies. - Goal-setting and tracking contribute to increased productivity and motivation. 21:20 *📝 Setting writing goals and tracking progress* - Setting a goal of writing 70,000 words, which equates to an average length novel. - The 200-word challenge encourages daily writing, totaling approximately 70,000 words in a year. - Tracking daily progress, such as word count, using methods like spreadsheets or apps, helps maintain consistency. 28:45 *💡 Developing both writing craft and mindset* - Distinguishing between craft (technique and skill) and mindset (inner game) in writing. - The importance of building confidence and self-belief as a writer. - Strategies for challenging and transforming negative self-talk and cultivating a positive mindset for writing success. Made with HARPA AI
@astevenswrites2 ай бұрын
More great tips! I would have never finished by book in the time I did if I hadn't followed *essentially* all ten of these! The not editing one, in particular, has been really big. I don't do ZERO editing, but I keep it extremely minimal and focus on moving forward.
@bestsellerexperiment2 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful Andrew!
@chadjones12662 ай бұрын
Thanks
@TheJadedFilmMaker2 ай бұрын
lol huh? the host complains about "white guys in their 40s" man, that's lived experience!!! the problem with the 'diverse' millennials is they all write the same stuff. they haven't lived !!!!!! its the opposite of what you're implying 🤦♂️
@astevenswrites2 ай бұрын
These are some amazing tips here that I fully agree are so important to start and maintain a successful writing process. I recently finished my debut fantasy novel in right around a year. At a whopping 220K words, which was much more than I originally had as a goal (and I don't recommend having a goal that high), it took a lot of the tips of learning how to write consistently to make this happen. And one thing I found was that I only wrote about 1/4 of my book for the first ~9 months. But I did NaNoWriMo for the first time last year and that was when I got serious about writing every day with a consistent word count goal. All this goes to show that consistency is key and pushing your limits is a must! You do have the time and you can find it. You just have to decide that writing is something you MUST do and once you build that habit, you'll come to realize that not writing is unacceptable. And, as Mark said, BELIEVE in yourself!
@bestsellerexperiment2 ай бұрын
Wow - 200k words is super impressive! Thanks for your great feedback :)
@astevenswrites2 ай бұрын
@@bestsellerexperiment Yes. Needless to say, I've got a lot of editing and refining to do!
@stringtailor2 ай бұрын
Signed up! Excited to try and make it a more automatic habit to write!
@bestsellerexperiment2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Can’t wait to help you develop that writing habit for life :)
@sasstemir2 ай бұрын
What a pleasure to listen to this man. Thank you for the interview
@bestsellerexperiment2 ай бұрын
Thanks for your great feedback @sasstemir. Do check out our other interview with Joe at www.bestsellerexperiment.com
@user-zt4mw1ei3i2 ай бұрын
Racists
@bestsellerexperiment2 ай бұрын
Can I ask you all a favour? If you enjoy this episode, could you please hit the like button. It helps the us massively. Appreciate you all! 🙏
@haydongonzalez-dyer27272 ай бұрын
Cool
@christabelzamor2 ай бұрын
Love this interview! Thanks!
@bestsellerexperiment2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Christa!
@lesliecrislipnielsen99282 ай бұрын
Beautifully articulated! Eagerly awaiting part 2. 👍
@powerthroughfocus2 ай бұрын
I see Brandon, I click. 🎉
@Alkemisti2 ай бұрын
_'There has never been a better time to try to publish an epic fantasy book than right now.'_ Tell that to the literary agents. They did not get the memo.
@Panamaniac3D2 ай бұрын
I get you are making a joke, but I think his point is that if you want to publish a book now it has never been a better time to publishing not being the same as hitting the bestsellers lists and being able to sustain a living doing nothing but writing. More distinct book titles are getting published now than ever before. That doesn’t mean all of them are in the millions of copies, but the number of available titles has gone so high unlike any time in history.
@dcle9442 ай бұрын
Self published
@zacnewford2 ай бұрын
he/them means good epic fantasy
@RocamboleMan3 ай бұрын
This was a great interview! Thank you! and great advice after. also great to hear of the others' success
@FlamingBasketballClub3 ай бұрын
Congratulations on reaching the monumental 500th podcast episode. Definitely should bring on J.K. Rowling later this year.
@bestsellerexperiment2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@MilS-rx3df3 ай бұрын
Zoe Rosi wrote this premise in 2020. Might want to look into her novel Pretty Evil, if you want the original MeToo serial killer of predators.
@RocamboleMan3 ай бұрын
I'm a newcomer to Michael Connelly's work, believe it or not. And I'm rapidly becoming addicted to Harry Bosch and his world. This is such a great interview. Thanks for asking some of the questions I had in my mind, and more that I didn't. Love this podcast now too. recent sub here!
@RocamboleMan3 ай бұрын
this was awesome! thx for posting
@bestsellerexperiment2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it @RocamboleMan!
@joer14023 ай бұрын
Great interview! And so inspiring.
@bestsellerexperiment2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much!
@alanhill79654 ай бұрын
Love Tim’s books !
@bestsellerexperiment2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment Alan. Tim is awesome!
@kristyMhorne4 ай бұрын
Great chat. Such wonderful insights from Rachel. 🎉
@bestsellerexperiment2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Kristy!
@serendipity22294 ай бұрын
He is such an advanced soul… glimpses of it you can see every time he shares his insights on a character or a story line.
@lexyprice47535 ай бұрын
This is my new favorite episode. Thanks for having Joe on! I've been in a writing funk and I blame my kids. They have me stressed out. It isn't just them though. I'm tired of editing and revisions. I'm thinking writers block means it's time to take a break then get back into it.
@AProlificAuthor5 ай бұрын
The only reason I can think of that anyone would need an agent nowadays would be to get your books optioned by Hollywood.
@Dunno685 ай бұрын
I took some interesting pointers from this.. grazie
@michaeloday4665 ай бұрын
Cranston is the Delusional Narcissist. Nothing delusional about Trump's visit to North Korea, China, Russia or his getting European Nations to pay their NATO dues. Nothing Narcissistic about four years and no new Wars.😊 Trump did what he said he would and Cranston can't stand it: The Platinum Plan, The USMCA, The Step One Program, VA Choice, The Abraham Accord and now Trump has been nominated for The Nobel Peace Prize, although it is now a less esteemed award given that Obama was handed one for simply being Black. Cranston can't name any of Trump's accomplishments, Bills he signed, Executive Orders or his 10-1 Veto Record. Cranston is best known for cooking poison in an RV in the Desert wearing nothing but his underwear.
@alyssacollinwood10575 ай бұрын
❤
@lynnmcleod97885 ай бұрын
what's a "treatment"?
@FrancesJoanVDW5 ай бұрын
A treatment is an extended outline where you try out whether the story works for you and whether there’s space to expand it. It’s also a way to store your ideas so you can pick up the story later when you have the time to actually write it.
@annewoodward43366 ай бұрын
Everything people say about Mark is on the button. His ability to make writers more confident is incredible. He and Mark D have been a dream team, so I am sad to see Mark S leave. However, that’s a very selfish response because I’ve loved his support, enthusiasm and humour and I shall miss him. I wish him well in the future, fully expecting to see him go from strength to strength, garnering continued success along the way.
@FlamingBasketballClub6 ай бұрын
Happy Holidays and best of luck next year.
@southernpatriot57178 ай бұрын
Excelent
@greatbaheed15079 ай бұрын
Daniel Rigby is a comedic genius and "Issac Steele and the Forever Man" is fantastic. I enjoy humorous sci-fi and I listened to Rigby's audiobook on Audible for free in their Plus Catalog. Issac Steele, is hands down, my favorite book in this genre. On top of all that, Rigby's narration, sound effects, and wit are incredible. Do yourself a favor and listen/read Issac Steele so we get a sequel ASAP.
@AuthorpreneurPodcast9 ай бұрын
59:28 I did Dean's Writing into the Dark (WITD) workshop and had that 'red pill' moment. Prior to that, I had just finished my fourth outlined story and had an "I can't keep writing like this moment'. Book five was the most fun I've ever had writing to date. My editor didn't notice that I had changed my writing method (outlining to WITD) between books four and five. Book Six has been hard to write, but that has a lot to do with me derailing myself and realising that I had broken the rules of my series and genre. I then tried to make the story work when I should have just removed scenes and kept writing. But I'm back writing on it now. Because of my personality, writing will always be difficult, especially when I reach turning points in my story, but the process is enjoyable.
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So nice to hear your voice again 🌞
Sanderson is great, as always, but why the constant racism from the hosts?
Great film, highly enjoyable and fascinating discussion of all the behind the scenes. Well done all.
Imagine Brandon says “I read this book and that book and I hate it. Don’t buy it.” Lol
🎯 Key points for quick navigation: 🎭 Fantasy's success doesn't block out other series, but inspires more people to read the genre and creates opportunities for new authors 🌈 The fantasy genre has become much more diverse in recent years, with a greater variety of subgenres, mythologies, and types of stories being told 🌠 A sense of wonder and exploration is key to keeping readers engaged in fantasy, which is why diversity and innovation in the genre is so important 🙅♂️ Brandon would not write any more Wheel of Time books out of respect for Robert Jordan's wishes, even though he loved working on the series ⏳ Brandon maintains excitement and momentum in his writing by immersing himself in different projects and genres after finishing each book ✍️ Brandon writes about 2,000 words per day consistently, and attributes his productivity to this immersion and regular writing habit 🌎 The extent to which a fantasy novel should be rooted in the real world depends on the kind of story the author wants to tell 📚 A well-written story will find an audience regardless of current genre trends, so authors should focus on writing the story they want to write 🙏 The hosts acknowledge and thank their Patreon listeners for providing great questions for the Brandon Sanderson interview 💡 The hosts tease an upcoming "deep dive" discussion where they'll share additional knowledge and advice gleaned from the interview 🐦 The podcast's social media has seen lots of engagement, with followers sharing their writing ambitions for the year 👏 The hosts congratulate a listener, Chris, for finishing the first draft of his book 🔒 One host advises Chris to "lock away" the draft for 6 weeks to gain perspective before revising, a technique that worked well for the hosts' own book 🎁 One host expresses gratitude for a thoughtful gift of chocolate hobnobs from a listener 🎯 The hosts encourage listeners to publicly declare their writing goals for the year on the podcast's Facebook page for accountability and support 🌊 The upcoming "deep dive" will cover topics like trends, fanfiction, focus, and writing for markets, with insights applicable to all genres Made with HARPA AI
Regarding big advances that don't earn out: I heard from a long-time insider in the NY publishing scene that publishers don't expect it to earn out. This happens all the time with even the biggest names. Instead, it's a covert way of offering some authors higher royalites. Instead of giving one author a 20% royality and another 10%, which may look unfair, they just give a big advance for a promising book deal. This way the author gets paid more per book, without advertising that they paid him or her a higher royality.
In many industries, I've heard stories about how someone was a "pain" like Stone was with a mentor/influencer like Prachett and it paid off big. Repetition shows you're serious. The first 30 minutes of this interview contains great stories of persistence.
❤
Excellent video
Paperbacks from Hell was such a good book! I devoured teen horror in the 90s.
26:38 2018??? You're living in the past, man
When you started saying "How many millions of books has Brandon..." my mind went "...written."
That's funny @sentinelshoshin4632! Probably not too far off :)
Secret to Brandon's productivity: Draft fast, write every day, and always be excited about the scene you're writing today (or cut it) Saved you 29 minutes of stuff unrelated to mastering productive writing
I checked out at “white guys in their 40’s” ugh…because you know, white guys in their 40’s have historically been the worst writers.
This was good. Thanks!
I just discovered your channel last night and am so thankful. You inspired me to “get back on the wagon” with my writing after a long pause due to discouragement. I have previously published 7 non-fiction books and have 2 more underway, but I started my first fantasy novel nearly two years ago. I had shelved all three of these projects until I could “find more time” to work on them in the midst of working three jobs. After listening to this I wrote my first 250 words that I’ve written on any of these in a long time! Thank you!
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:03 *📚 Successful authors schedule time to write,* - Scheduling time for writing is crucial for success. - Successful authors prioritize writing amidst daily challenges and commitments. - Establishing a regular writing habit is key to progress. 08:14 *💻 Most successful authors bank their words early,* - "Banking" words involves recording progress to build momentum. - Starting the day with writing increases the likelihood of consistent progress. - Tracking word count and progress fosters accountability and motivates writers. 13:30 *🤔 Authors, including bestsellers, question their work in progress,* - Doubt and questioning are common experiences for authors at various stages. - Overcoming challenges, such as the "muddy middle," is essential for progress. - Persistence through uncertainty can lead to breakthroughs and stronger writing habits. 20:40 *📝 Highly successful authors set and track goals,* - Setting specific goals, such as word count targets, provides clarity and direction. - Tracking progress enables authors to measure improvement and adjust strategies. - Goal-setting and tracking contribute to increased productivity and motivation. 21:20 *📝 Setting writing goals and tracking progress* - Setting a goal of writing 70,000 words, which equates to an average length novel. - The 200-word challenge encourages daily writing, totaling approximately 70,000 words in a year. - Tracking daily progress, such as word count, using methods like spreadsheets or apps, helps maintain consistency. 28:45 *💡 Developing both writing craft and mindset* - Distinguishing between craft (technique and skill) and mindset (inner game) in writing. - The importance of building confidence and self-belief as a writer. - Strategies for challenging and transforming negative self-talk and cultivating a positive mindset for writing success. Made with HARPA AI
More great tips! I would have never finished by book in the time I did if I hadn't followed *essentially* all ten of these! The not editing one, in particular, has been really big. I don't do ZERO editing, but I keep it extremely minimal and focus on moving forward.
Glad it was helpful Andrew!
Thanks
lol huh? the host complains about "white guys in their 40s" man, that's lived experience!!! the problem with the 'diverse' millennials is they all write the same stuff. they haven't lived !!!!!! its the opposite of what you're implying 🤦♂️
These are some amazing tips here that I fully agree are so important to start and maintain a successful writing process. I recently finished my debut fantasy novel in right around a year. At a whopping 220K words, which was much more than I originally had as a goal (and I don't recommend having a goal that high), it took a lot of the tips of learning how to write consistently to make this happen. And one thing I found was that I only wrote about 1/4 of my book for the first ~9 months. But I did NaNoWriMo for the first time last year and that was when I got serious about writing every day with a consistent word count goal. All this goes to show that consistency is key and pushing your limits is a must! You do have the time and you can find it. You just have to decide that writing is something you MUST do and once you build that habit, you'll come to realize that not writing is unacceptable. And, as Mark said, BELIEVE in yourself!
Wow - 200k words is super impressive! Thanks for your great feedback :)
@@bestsellerexperiment Yes. Needless to say, I've got a lot of editing and refining to do!
Signed up! Excited to try and make it a more automatic habit to write!
Thank you! Can’t wait to help you develop that writing habit for life :)
What a pleasure to listen to this man. Thank you for the interview
Thanks for your great feedback @sasstemir. Do check out our other interview with Joe at www.bestsellerexperiment.com
Racists
Can I ask you all a favour? If you enjoy this episode, could you please hit the like button. It helps the us massively. Appreciate you all! 🙏
Cool
Love this interview! Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it Christa!
Beautifully articulated! Eagerly awaiting part 2. 👍
I see Brandon, I click. 🎉
_'There has never been a better time to try to publish an epic fantasy book than right now.'_ Tell that to the literary agents. They did not get the memo.
I get you are making a joke, but I think his point is that if you want to publish a book now it has never been a better time to publishing not being the same as hitting the bestsellers lists and being able to sustain a living doing nothing but writing. More distinct book titles are getting published now than ever before. That doesn’t mean all of them are in the millions of copies, but the number of available titles has gone so high unlike any time in history.
Self published
he/them means good epic fantasy
This was a great interview! Thank you! and great advice after. also great to hear of the others' success
Congratulations on reaching the monumental 500th podcast episode. Definitely should bring on J.K. Rowling later this year.
Thank you!
Zoe Rosi wrote this premise in 2020. Might want to look into her novel Pretty Evil, if you want the original MeToo serial killer of predators.
I'm a newcomer to Michael Connelly's work, believe it or not. And I'm rapidly becoming addicted to Harry Bosch and his world. This is such a great interview. Thanks for asking some of the questions I had in my mind, and more that I didn't. Love this podcast now too. recent sub here!
this was awesome! thx for posting
Glad you enjoyed it @RocamboleMan!
Great interview! And so inspiring.
Thanks so much!
Love Tim’s books !
Thanks for the comment Alan. Tim is awesome!
Great chat. Such wonderful insights from Rachel. 🎉
Glad you enjoyed it Kristy!
He is such an advanced soul… glimpses of it you can see every time he shares his insights on a character or a story line.
This is my new favorite episode. Thanks for having Joe on! I've been in a writing funk and I blame my kids. They have me stressed out. It isn't just them though. I'm tired of editing and revisions. I'm thinking writers block means it's time to take a break then get back into it.
The only reason I can think of that anyone would need an agent nowadays would be to get your books optioned by Hollywood.
I took some interesting pointers from this.. grazie
Cranston is the Delusional Narcissist. Nothing delusional about Trump's visit to North Korea, China, Russia or his getting European Nations to pay their NATO dues. Nothing Narcissistic about four years and no new Wars.😊 Trump did what he said he would and Cranston can't stand it: The Platinum Plan, The USMCA, The Step One Program, VA Choice, The Abraham Accord and now Trump has been nominated for The Nobel Peace Prize, although it is now a less esteemed award given that Obama was handed one for simply being Black. Cranston can't name any of Trump's accomplishments, Bills he signed, Executive Orders or his 10-1 Veto Record. Cranston is best known for cooking poison in an RV in the Desert wearing nothing but his underwear.
❤
what's a "treatment"?
A treatment is an extended outline where you try out whether the story works for you and whether there’s space to expand it. It’s also a way to store your ideas so you can pick up the story later when you have the time to actually write it.
Everything people say about Mark is on the button. His ability to make writers more confident is incredible. He and Mark D have been a dream team, so I am sad to see Mark S leave. However, that’s a very selfish response because I’ve loved his support, enthusiasm and humour and I shall miss him. I wish him well in the future, fully expecting to see him go from strength to strength, garnering continued success along the way.
Happy Holidays and best of luck next year.
Excelent
Daniel Rigby is a comedic genius and "Issac Steele and the Forever Man" is fantastic. I enjoy humorous sci-fi and I listened to Rigby's audiobook on Audible for free in their Plus Catalog. Issac Steele, is hands down, my favorite book in this genre. On top of all that, Rigby's narration, sound effects, and wit are incredible. Do yourself a favor and listen/read Issac Steele so we get a sequel ASAP.
59:28 I did Dean's Writing into the Dark (WITD) workshop and had that 'red pill' moment. Prior to that, I had just finished my fourth outlined story and had an "I can't keep writing like this moment'. Book five was the most fun I've ever had writing to date. My editor didn't notice that I had changed my writing method (outlining to WITD) between books four and five. Book Six has been hard to write, but that has a lot to do with me derailing myself and realising that I had broken the rules of my series and genre. I then tried to make the story work when I should have just removed scenes and kept writing. But I'm back writing on it now. Because of my personality, writing will always be difficult, especially when I reach turning points in my story, but the process is enjoyable.