Marking Seven Years and Preparing for Fantasycon | Writer Journal - October 4, 2024
Gearing Up for the 7th Anniversary of the Author Diary Podcast:
Here's a sneak peek at what's coming up for the 7th anniversary of my dirty little secret, the Author Diary Podcast. It's been an epic journey of spilling the beans about my writing life, connecting with all y'all, and sharing a heap of insights, challenges, and victories. I'm grateful for your continued support, and I can't bloody well wait to celebrate this milestone with you!
Writing and Reading:
I've been knee-deep in the newest addition to the Guild of Assassins series, "Forged in Blood." Writing this puppy has been quite a tangled web of weaving gritty characters and dark themes into the fabric of the narrative. On the side, I've been devouring "Vengeful Spirit" from the Horus Heresy series, a bloody good tale that's as gripping as a barbed wire noose.
Listener Interaction:
For this special anniversary episode, I'm planning to dish out some answers to your burning questions, because let's face it, what's a good podcast without getting to know the host a little better?
Conquering Fantasycon:
Next up on the agenda is Fantasycon; I can hardly contain my excitement! I'll be slinging my shit around in four panels discussing everything from rough-and-tumble rogues, grimdark, and post-apocalyptic fiction to the portrayal of disability beyond the trope of 'superpower.' Can't frigging wait to meet many of you there, swap stories, and delve deeper into the fantasy literature world.
Stay tuned for updates from Fantasycon and more juicy tidbits from the writing desk!
I can't frigging wait to hear your thoughts on podcast milestones, dirty little secrets from fantasy conventions, or any questions you might have about writing, reading, and the wild ride of being an author. Let's not forget to like, share, and subscribe for more weekly insights and updates from my author's journey!
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Best-selling author of gritty, soul-stirring fantasy and speculative fiction that'll make you question everything.
Enriching the Celebration:
To spice things up, here are a few ideas to make this anniversary even more epic:
- Bring on the Big Guns: Invite some heavy-hitting authors to join the celebrations and share their insights and experiences.
- Looking Back, Moving Forward: Dive into the history of the podcast, reminisce about memorable moments, and discuss the lessons learned on this writing journey.
- Throwing It Back: Engage with listeners by recapping some of the most popular episodes and playing a few select clips from them.
- Thought-Provoking Discussions: Get into some deep conversations about the darkest corners of the fantasy world, and challenge listeners to think critically about the themes explored in the podcast.
- Reader Participation: Encourage listeners to share their own writing stories, challenges, and triumphs, fostering a sense of community and camaraderie.
These strategies will help elevate the podcast anniversary celebration, making it an event to remember for both the host and the audience.
Sources:
- The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett, www.diaryofaceo.com
- Thoughts from a Page Podcast, thoughtsfromapage.com
- Quilt Fiction Podcast, www.quiltfiction.com
- The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett, www.diaryofaceo.com
- How I Built This, www.npr.org/podcasts/510313/how-i-built-this
- The Tim Ferriss Show, tim.blog/podcast
- Your Move with Andy Stanley, www.andystanley.com/yourmove
- The Author Diary Podcast anniversary promises a celebration filled with personal stories, insights, and thrilling discussions, delving into the world of speculative fiction, post-apocalyptic narratives, and more.
- As we commemorate the milestone, the podcast will cater to various facets of pop-culture, including fashion-and-beauty, food-and-drink, travel, books, entertainment, and even celebrities.
- In addition to writing and reading-centric content, the special episode will feature listener interaction, answering questions that gives insight into the host's life and writing process.
- During the festivities, renowned authors from the sci-fi-and-fantasy realm will join the celebrations, sharing their experiences and adding depth to discussions.
- Beyond the writing community, the podcast will explore broader societal themes, inviting listeners to think critically about the darker corners and compelling narrative elements prevalent in the sci-fi and fantasy genres.
- To engage listeners more effectively, the podcast will embrace user-generated content, encouraging participants to share their writing stories, challenges, and triumphs, fostering a sense of unity and collaboration within the community.
