EPISODE · Jul 7, 2024 · 30 MIN
Become a Self Published Sci-Fi Author (2024)
from Time We Discuss | Career Podcast for Career Discovery and Career Exploration with Real Professionals · host Time We Discuss
#selfpublishedauthor #career #newcareers #careerdiscovery #careerexploration In this segment of "Time We Discuss" we look at what it's like to be a science fiction author. Get an exclusive look into the world of being a self-published science fiction author in 2024. Join us as we dive deep into the challenges, successes, and behind-the-scenes of navigating the sci-fi genre as an independent author. From writing to publishing and everything in between, discover what it takes to make your mark in the ever-evolving landscape of self-publishing. If you're an aspiring sci-fi writer or simply curious about the process, this video is a must-watch! Stay tuned to gain valuable insights and inspiration from the experiences of a self-published sci-fi author. #SelfPublishedAuthor #SciFiWriter #WritingCommunity ================================================================= Timestamp: 0:00 - Intro 0:41 - As a science-fiction writer, what is a typical day like for you? 2:12 - As a science-fiction writer, what happens when you are interrupted when you are in the zone? 3:49 - Anecdote - working from home with young kids. 4:25 - Aaron Ryan and creativity. 5:15 - What do you do as a science-fiction author to get inspired? 6:53 - Why did you choose to write about an alien invasion? 8:31 - Let's talk Medusa 10:11 - What kind of promotions are lined up for the Dissonance Quadrilogy? 12:39 - What age group is the Dissonance Quadrilogy aimed towards? 13:59 - What was the process like going from a book to a screenplay? 17:10 - How did the screenwriter find you? 18:50 - How did your education play into you your success as a science-fiction author? 21:10 - The Dissonance Series as an easy read. 23:15 - What was the process like for publishing your very first book? 24:54 - Surprise Question 27:50 - Talent has the floor 30:06 - Outro ================================================================= Guest Information: Aaron Ryan Website: https://authoraaronryan.com/ Book Website: https://dissonancetheseries.com/ Reflections (works of Poetry): https://kdp.amazon.com/amazon-dp-action/us/dualbookshelf.marketplacelink/B0D35ZX96V ================================================================= Time We Discuss Links: Official Website https://timewediscuss.com/ Original Music furnished by Dan Swift https://danswift.com Time We Discuss YouTube https://timewediscuss.com/youtube Time We Discuss Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/7HPIU4UX6p2GLKMxUuDMcP Time We Discuss Podcast (multiple platforms) https://timewediscuss.com/podcast Twitter/X https://twitter.com/timewediscuss Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/timewediscuss.bsky.social Instagram https://www.instagram.com/timewediscuss
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#selfpublishedauthor #career #newcareers #careerdiscovery #careerexploration In this segment of "Time We Discuss" we look at what it's like to be a science fiction author. Get an exclusive look into the world of being a self-published science fiction author in 2024. Join us as we dive deep into the challenges, successes, and behind-the-scenes of navigating the sci-fi genre as an independent author. From writing to publishing and everything in between, discover what it takes to make your mark in the ever-evolving landscape of self-publishing. If you're an aspiring sci-fi writer or simply curious about the process, this video is a must-watch! Stay tuned to gain valuable insights and inspiration from the experiences of a self-published sci-fi author. #SelfPublishedAuthor #SciFiWriter #WritingCommunity ================================================================= Timestamp: 0:00 - Intro 0:41 - As a science-fiction writer, what is a typical day like for you? 2:12 - As a science-fiction writer, what happens when you are interrupted when you are in the zone? 3:49 - Anecdote - working from home with young kids. 4:25 - Aaron Ryan and creativity. 5:15 - What do you do as a science-fiction author to get inspired? 6:53 - Why did you choose to write about an alien invasion? 8:31 - Let's talk Medusa 10:11 - What kind of promotions are lined up for the Dissonance Quadrilogy? 12:39 - What age group is the Dissonance Quadrilogy aimed towards? 13:59 - What was the process like going from a book to a screenplay? 17:10 - How did the screenwriter find you? 18:50 - How did your education play into you your success as a science-fiction author? 21:10 - The Dissonance Series as an easy read. 23:15 - What was the process like for publishing your very first book? 24:54 - Surprise Question 27:50 - Talent has the floor 30:06 - Outro ================================================================= Guest Information: Aaron Ryan Website: https://authoraaronryan.com/ Book Website: https://dissonancetheseries.com/ Reflections (works of Poetry): https://kdp.amazon.com/amazon-dp-action/us/dualbookshelf.marketplacelink/B0D35ZX96V ================================================================= Time We Discuss Links: Official Website https://timewediscuss.com/ Original Music furnished by Dan Swift https://danswift.com Time We Discuss YouTube https://timewediscuss.com/youtube Time We Discuss Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/7HPIU4UX6p2GLKMxUuDMcP Time We Discuss Podcast (multiple platforms) https://timewediscuss.com/podcast Twitter/X https://twitter.com/timewediscuss Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/timewediscuss.bsky.social Instagram https://www.instagram.com/timewediscuss
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