Welcome to another episode of the Writing Quest Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Jordan, the creative mind behind Wulfsbane Comics. Join us as we explore Aaron’s journey from an avid comic book reader to a self-published indie comic creator. We dive into his creative influences, writing process, and the unique challenges he’s faced along the way.

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Welcome to another episode of the Writing Quest Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Brina Williamson, the author of "Merona Grant and the Lost Tomb of Golgotha." Join us as we explore Brina's journey from an artist to a self-published author. We dive into her creative influences, writing process, and the unique challenges she's faced along the way.

Chapters:

[00:00] Introduction: Introduction to the episode and Brina Williamson .
[00:15] Background: Brina shares how her passion for art evolved into storytelling and writing .
[08:14] Creative Process: Discussion on Brina's approach to plotting and how she handles rewriting and editing .
[10:26] Self-Publishing Decision: Why Brina chose self-publishing for the creative freedom it offers .
[44:20] Current Projects: Updates on Brina’s upcoming projects, including an audio drama adaptation of her work .
[46:01] Advice for Writers: Brina’s advice on writing with passion and maintaining heart in your work .
[50:00] Closing Thoughts: Final thoughts and what's next for Brina Williamson .

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Website: https://brinawilliamson.com/
Purchase "Merona Grant and the Lost Tomb of Golgotha" on Amazon: https://a.co/d/g2C9fRY
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brina_williamson/
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Welcome to another episode of the Writing Quest Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Weiss, the author of "The Flux Catastrophe" series. Join us as we explore Jonathan's journey from experimenting with stop-motion animation to becoming a self-published author. We dive into his creative influences, writing process, and the unique challenges he's faced along the way.

Chapters:

[00:00] Introduction: Introduction to the episode and Jonathan Weiss.

[01:32] Meet Jonathan Weiss: Learn about Jonathan's background and what inspired him to start writing. He shares how his early interest in stop-motion animation evolved into a passion for storytelling .

[17:34] Creative Influences: Discover the key influences that have shaped Jonathan's work, including his love for sci-fi and post-apocalyptic themes .

[27:50] Writing Process: Get insights into Jonathan's approach to writing, including his unique method of world-building across multiple time periods and how his characters often take the lead in his plots .

[38:03] Challenges and Triumphs: Hear about the obstacles Jonathan has overcome, such as his diagnosis of ADHD, and how he has leveraged his hyperfocus to enhance his writing productivity .

[53:58] Tips for Aspiring Writers: Valuable advice for anyone looking to pursue a career in writing, including Jonathan's tips on balancing creativity with the demands of self-publishing .

[57:21] Closing Thoughts: Final thoughts and what's next for Jonathan Weiss.

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Website: https://www.jonathanweiss.com.au/ Series Guide/Reading Order: https://jonathanweiss.com.au/series-guide-and-roadmap Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanw_author/

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Welcome to another episode of the Writing Quest Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Rachel Tilley, the author of Upon the Darkest Mountain. Join us as we explore Rachel's journey from an avid reader to a self-published author. We dive into her creative influences, writing process, and the unique challenges she's faced along the way.

Chapters:

[00:00] Introduction: Introduction to the episode and Rachel Tilley.
[00:15] Meet Rachel Tilley: Learn about Rachel's background and what inspired her to start writing.
[12:30] Creative Influences: Discover the key influences that have shaped Rachel's work.
[14:01] Writing Process: Get insights into Rachel's approach to writing and how she develops her stories.
[17:03] Challenges and Triumphs: Hear about the obstacles Rachel has overcome and the victories that have defined her career.
[29:57] Tips for Aspiring Writers: Valuable advice for anyone looking to pursue a career in writing.
[44:05] Closing Thoughts: Final thoughts and what's next for Rachel Tilley.

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Purchase Upon the Darkest Mountain: http://mybook.to/DarkestMountain
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📚 Exploring Writing and Dino Adventures with Chase Amyot 📚

🚀 Journey to the Stars with Bryan Wilson on Writing Quest 🚀

In this conversation, Brenden Pugh interviews Bryan Wilson, a self-published author, about his writing process and his book series. Bryan shares that he has been an avid reader of sci-fi and fantasy since a young age and that his love for reading eventually led to a desire to write. He outlines his journey of writing and publishing his debut book, 'The Forsaken Planet,' and the positive reception it has received. They also discuss their shared love for fantasy and sci-fi books and the influence of popular series like 'Lord of the Rings' and 'Wheel of Time.' Bryan explains that his book is a mix of sci-fi and fantasy and discusses his process of world-building and character development. They also touch on the balance between telling and showing in storytelling and the importance of planning in the writing process. The conversation covers the challenges of mapping out a story, dealing with negative feedback, and finding a balance between writing and family life. Bryan Wilson discusses his experience as a self-published author and the challenges of balancing writing with a full-time job and family responsibilities. He shares how he managed to find time to write during the COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of setting his own schedule. Wilson explains why he chose to self-publish his books instead of pursuing traditional publishing and the advantages of having creative control and the ability to build his own audience. He also discusses the pitfalls of adaptations and the importance of staying true to the original story.

Bryan Wilson's love for reading sci-fi and fantasy books from a young age eventually led to his desire to write his own book series.

He outlines his journey of writing and publishing his debut book, 'The Forsaken Planet,' and the positive reception it has received.

Bryan's book is a mix of sci-fi and fantasy, with a focus on world-building and character development.

The balance between telling and showing in storytelling is discussed, with the understanding that some telling is necessary, especially in the early stages of a story.

Planning plays a crucial role in Bryan's writing process, allowing him to have a clear story arc and develop his characters effectively. Mapping out the middle of a story can be challenging for many authors

Negative feedback is inevitable, but it's important to focus on the positive and learn from constructive criticism

Finding a balance between writing and family life can be difficult, but setting aside dedicated writing time and being flexible can help

Different people have different preferences and opinions, and that's okay Balancing writing with a full-time job and family responsibilities can be challenging, but setting a schedule and finding pockets of time can help

Self-publishing offers creative control and the ability to build an audience, while traditional publishing may involve giving up control and facing slim odds of success

Adaptations of popular books often face criticism when they deviate too much from the original story

Successful self-published authors may attract the attention of traditional publishers, leading to potential collaborations

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:02 Publishing 'The Forsaken Planet'

03:21 Balancing Sci-Fi and Fantasy

13:08 The Importance of Planning

28:59 Chapter 2: Dealing with Negative Feedback: Finding the Balance

33:30 Chapter 3: Finding Balance: Juggling Writing and Family Life

36:48 Chapter 4: Different Strokes for Different Folks: Embracing Diverse Opinions

46:35 Finding Time to Write: Balancing Responsibilities

51:48 The Advantages of Self-Publishing: Creative Control and Audience Building

59:38 The Pitfalls of Adaptations: Staying True to the Original Story

📚 Exploring Branding and Fantasy Writing with Phil Davis 📚

📚 Exploring Self-Publishing and Creative Influences with Kaden Love 📚

📚 Exploring the Art of Writing and Storytelling with Trey McIntosh 📚

Welcome to Writing Quest! I'm Brenden Pugh. In today's episode, we dive deep into the creative process with Trey McIntosh, a seasoned writer known for his work in indie manga and his diverse narrative projects. Trey shares his journey in freelance writing, his current endeavors in the realm of speculative fiction, and his unique approach to crafting stories.

What's Inside:

Career Journey: Trey discusses his 15-year freelance career and his transition to pursuing an MFA in writing.

Current Projects: Get insights into Trey's ongoing projects like his dragon story collaboration with his wife, the urban fantasy "Arcana Craft," and his thesis novel—a unique aquatic epic fantasy.

Writing Process: Learn about Trey's dynamic and evolving approach to storytelling, from initial idea brainstorming to the detailed construction of worlds and characters.

Creative Challenges: Explore the intricacies and challenges of writing with no prior digital footprint, a requirement for Trey's MFA thesis.

Speculative Fiction: Trey shares his perspective on speculative fiction, emphasizing the "what ifs" that drive the genre.

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Thank you for joining us for this insightful conversation with Trey McIntosh. Be sure to check out our full episode for a deeper exploration of Trey's projects and insights. Catch you next time on Writing Quest!

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