In this episode, you'll discover a powerful strategy for building an audience and achieving success as a fiction writer in the competitive world of online writing. I break down the process into seven actionable steps, including starting with short stories, finding and dominating a smaller subcategory, and using Amazon as your primary publishing platform. We also explore how to leverage social media to showcase your storytelling process, build an engaged audience, and drive traffic to your work on platforms like Royal Road, Wattpad, and Amazon. Packed with practical advice, especially for ghostwriters, email marketers, and genre fiction writers, this episode provides a clear roadmap to create a sustainable and profitable writing career.
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00:00) Introduction
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00:32) Step 1: Don’t Try To Write A Novel Out Of The Gate
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03:57) Step 2: Play In A Smaller, Less Competitive Subcategory
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08:25) Step 3: Treat Amazon As Your Primary Publishing Platform
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13:14) Step 4: Build An Organic Following
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18:18) Step 5: Find Your “Royal Road” And Get Feedback
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22:22) Step 6: Build An Email List And/Or A Discord
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25:19) Step 7: Monetize Through “Side Quest” Content
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28:02) Conclusion
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