I think one of the most interesting things I learned from this interview with Julie was her training in "writing for consumption." I had never thought about how fan fiction is designed with more consumable morsels, but it make sense that it can translate into a style of writing books that a lot of readers find irresistible. Like you, eve…
I think one of the most interesting things I learned from this interview with Julie was her training in "writing for consumption." I had never thought about how fan fiction is designed with more consumable morsels, but it make sense that it can translate into a style of writing books that a lot of readers find irresistible. Like you, even if the subject matter isn't directly applicable to me, it's always so fascinating to learn how other writers approach their work!
I agree 100% with you about platforms like Facebook and Instagram. It's very frustrating. For now, I'm still on IG because it's my "largest" platform but I've experienced the same thing you're describing with your impressively sized FB account--the numbers don't mean much if the people who signed up don't get to see what you post.
I really like that Substack allows us to actually reach those who have signed up!
I think one of the most interesting things I learned from this interview with Julie was her training in "writing for consumption." I had never thought about how fan fiction is designed with more consumable morsels, but it make sense that it can translate into a style of writing books that a lot of readers find irresistible. Like you, even if the subject matter isn't directly applicable to me, it's always so fascinating to learn how other writers approach their work!
I agree 100% with you about platforms like Facebook and Instagram. It's very frustrating. For now, I'm still on IG because it's my "largest" platform but I've experienced the same thing you're describing with your impressively sized FB account--the numbers don't mean much if the people who signed up don't get to see what you post.
I really like that Substack allows us to actually reach those who have signed up!