How Kevin J. Anderson Learned to Meet Reader Expectations

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Episode 0019 / Prolific science fiction and epic fantasy author Kevin J. Anderson joins us to talk about how he learned to meet reader expectations as well as how he’s changing his writing to shift with reader preferences. We also discuss Kevin’s involvement in the Superstars Writing Seminar and Western Colorado University’s Master of Arts in Publishing.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can find show notes and links at</span> <a href= "https://www.wishidknownforwriters.com/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">wishidknownforwriters.com</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Both Sara and Jami have had a bit of a downer of a week, but they’re both pressing ahead. Jami got her revisions done and is looking forward to a June release date for her book. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There is still time to sign up for the free</span> <a href= "https://the-stay-home-story-summit.teachery.co/registration"><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Stay Home Story Summit</span></a> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">and get access to great tips of craft as well as promotion.  </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In this podcast episode, you’ll discover:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">How reading widely can improve your writing </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The importance of professionalism for both traditional and indie authors</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Collaboration and hybrid publishing</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Why it’s a good idea to stay brand-focused on social media</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Paying it forward through mentoring writers</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Master degree program in Publishing at Western Colorado Uni