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Follow Science Fiction author James S. Aaron on his writing-publishing journey. He's thirteen novels into a writing career while chasing a toddler and making the creative life work. We talk about productivity, business of art, personal finance, consistent creativity, family, interviews with authors and other creatives doing the work. Sleep mostly optional.
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Tuesday Nov 10, 2020
Tuesday Nov 10, 2020
This episode is slightly all over the place as I get back into the swing of podcasting. Feeling scattered is something I talk about a bit, and how I'm working to use process to get my mind back in order and produce consistent work.
I also took part in a new virtual Science Fiction and Fantasy Conference this weekend called SFFCon.
Seth Godin interview with Tim Ferriss and his new book, The Practice.
J. Thorn's new project: Revolution FI
Monday Apr 27, 2020
Monday Apr 27, 2020
This is one of those apology episodes after a long hiatus.
This one is a little free form. I talk about where I've been and how my life has changed since the last episode. (Things are good.)
I talk about my new podcast project at ClassicScienceFiction.com
I share a few of the lessons I've learned from working at home and what I needed to do to make that happen, then share my goals for the week.
Thanks for listening!
Monday Aug 26, 2019
Monday Aug 26, 2019
What do you do when the baby eats your work space? You prop your laptop on the dresser and record anyway.
I'm back with a quick update, some notes on the current book, and some more big changes in my life that should mean positive things for my writing.
I also talk a bit about writing on deadline and how I refine my outlining process as I write to make sure I'm always heading in the right direction and not wasting words.
Thanks for listening!
Saturday May 11, 2019
Saturday May 11, 2019
I've been working on Eve of Destruction (kickass cover, right?) for six months now, which is like GRRM time in indie publishing. In the midst of grinding through edits, I've been working on several other hobby projects as well. While Steven Pressfield might call this resistance, it got me thinking about the benefits of allowing your mind to wander, absorb and learn from your hobbies, and how you can fold those skills into your writing. I'm a DIY nerd, so my hobbies are building things, but the points I talk about could easily apply to team sports, travel or any other hobby.
Other notes:
Create If Writing with Kirsten Oliphant
Self Publishing Journeys by Paul Teague
The Awkward Thoughts of Kamau Bell
On Intelligence by Jeff Hawkins and Sandra Blakeslee
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Friday Apr 19, 2019
Friday Apr 19, 2019
In this episode I talk about some changes in the SF short fiction market, new opportunities for short fiction in Kindle Unlimited anthologies, and how to push yourself to grow as an author by saying yes... but also having a plan so you don't get overwhelmed.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Tim Ferris Interviews Neal Gaiman
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Sunday Jan 06, 2019
Sunday Jan 06, 2019
In this episode I talk about some things I wish I had known when I first joined a critique group. Should I have joined an accountability or mastermind group instead? How do critique groups work and what are some common pitfalls you might need to look out for?
Mentioned in this episode:
If you'd take a second to subscribe to my youtube channel, you'll help me get to a 100 subs so I can set a custom URL, which would be great.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClaNJoAeDQoAY56qFOPo7SQ
Thanks for listening! See you next week.
Monday Dec 31, 2018
Monday Dec 31, 2018
Everybody loves a goals show! Let's throw down the gauntlet for 2019 so I can look back and either be pleased with my progress or shed tears in my beer.
I talk about production, health and financial goals for 2019, as well establishing a strong author brand.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Word Count Tracker (excel doc download)
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Sunday Dec 16, 2018
Sunday Dec 16, 2018
Episode 3 - In this episode I talk about some strategies I've used to not feel so overwhelmed when taking on a new project. I focus mostly on writing a novel, but these techniques apply to any project.
As always, if you have any questions, shoot me an email at james@jamesaaron.net. Thanks for listening!