Lex Out Loud: Writing Science Fiction

Today I discuss some of how independently publishing works and compare and contrast to the discussion on traditional publishing from the last episode. I share why I think independently publishing these days is almost a no-brainer.

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I’ve started a few different novels, and I’ve hit some snags. I’ve had a couple new novel ideas as well. I share the ideas with you, my progress, and my thoughts about which of these books I’m going to write next. I also share some musings on the future trajectory of our society and how it’s affecting my worldbuilding. Finally I consider whether courier ships in space make sense.

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Check out my novel, Critical Balance.

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I’ve started a few different novels, and I’ve hit some snags. I’ve had a couple new novel ideas as well. I share the ideas with you, my progress, and my thoughts about which of these books I’m going to write next. I also share some musings on the future trajectory of our society and how it’s affecting my worldbuilding. Finally I consider whether courier ships in space make sense.

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Today I return to the show after being completely demoralized by my experience hiring a “professional” editor for my novel Critical Balance. It was a terrible experience. I got conned, lost a lot of money, and have nothing to show for it except hard lessons learned. I share the red flags I ignored or overlooked and the mistakes I made in the hopes you can avoid having to go through an experience like this yourself.

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This week I talk about a science-fiction writing club I’m starting in my home town. I also talk a bit about the ongoing revision process for Critical Balance and a couple story ideas I’m working on for my next novel.

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This week I share a method I’ve come up with to help me write every day that I’m calling a story sketch. It’s also a great way to practice as a writer, experiment, and try out new techniques. I also talk a bit about how writing longhand is very different than typing when writing and some distinct advantages it has. Even though it’s not how I would want to write most stories, it’s perfect for the story sketch. Finally, I share how the story sketch will help with improvisation in writing and why that’s important no matter what kind of writer you are.

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This week I discuss the differences between writing and storytelling. If you’re like me, you may have spent a lot of time and energy focusing on your writing while giving little thought to the art of telling a good story. I illustrate how point-of-view violations are anathema to good storytelling. Finally I explain how whichever path you’re taking—traditional publishing or independent publishing—good storytelling is far more important to your success than good writing.

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Lex Out Loud is now on Spotify.

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Wired for Story by Lisa Cron

Story Genius by Lisa Cron

Save the Cat! Writes a Novel by Jessica Brody

Writing Excuses episode on The Hollywood Formula with Lou Anders

The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins

The Echo Wife by Sarah Gailey

The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet by Becky Chambers

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This week I catch you up to what I’ve been doing writing-wise. I discuss protagonist flaws and problems. I also explore the limitations I’ve found in the misbelief concept. I think these limitations are overcome by realizing a misbelief is just a type of flaw.

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Lex Out Loud is now on Spotify.

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Wired for Story by Lisa Cron

Story Genius by Lisa Cron

Save the Cat! Writes a Novel by Jessica Brody

Writing Excuses episode on The Hollywood Formula with Lou Anders

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This week I share some of what I learned at a local writing conference I attended recently. I also share some decent writing craft books I’ve discovered that I’ll likely be talking some more about in future episodes.

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Lex Out Loud is now on Spotify.

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Check out my Guide to Novel Formatting in Word.

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Wired for Story by Lisa Cron

Story Genius by Lisa Cron

Save the Cat! Writes a Novel by Jessica Brody

Wonderbook by Jeff Vandermeer

Writing Excuses episode on The Hollywood Formula with Lou Anders

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This week I share some of what I’ve learned about independent publishing compared to traditional publishing. I also give some of my thoughts on The Wheel of Time TV show thus far.

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Lex Out Loud is now on Spotify.

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Check out my Guide to Novel Formatting in Word.

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Wired for Story by Lisa Cron

Wonderbook by Jeff Vandermeer

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Call My Voicemail: 951-465-5391