In this episode, Janeen Ippolito discusses the intricate relationship between world building and genre in science fiction and fantasy writing. She emphasizes the importance of understanding genre definitions, cultural influences, and reader expectations. The conversation provides practical tips for authors on how to navigate the complexities of genre research and effectively connect with their target audience.

• World building is essential for defining genre in speculative fiction.
• Genres are influenced by cultural factors, including economic needs and reader expectations.
• Readers of sci-fi and fantasy particularly seek immersive world building.
• Understanding genre requires reading widely within the genre and its subgenres.
• Successful authors can provide insights into genre-specific tropes and expectations.
• Engaging with reader communities can reveal what audiences expect from a genre.
• Trial and error is a natural part of the genre research process.
• Authors can influence genre evolution through innovative storytelling.
• Crossover effects from other media can shape genre trends.
• The choice of genre and its elements ultimately lies with the author.

In this episode of the Author Culture Podcast, Janeen Ippolito explores the balance between writing faster and writing better. She discusses the importance of understanding one's writing process, the trade-offs involved in increasing word count, and practical tips for enhancing writing speed without sacrificing quality. Plus, why your word count speed might just come down to font choice.

• Writing faster doesn't always mean writing better.
• It's essential to assess if increasing word count really matters to you.
• Quality can suffer when focusing solely on speed.
• Understanding your genre can help set realistic writing goals.
• Creating a writing process that works for you is crucial.
• Using community-based incentives can boost your writing productivity.
• Font choice can influence your writing speed.

In this conversation, Janeen Ippolito explores the pivotal questions authors face regarding the significance of their work. She emphasizes the importance of asking not just why their writing matters, but whether it matters at all. Through personal anecdotes and insights, she encourages authors to confront uncomfortable truths about their motivations and the changing landscape of the publishing industry. The discussion highlights the necessity of self-discovery, adaptability, and finding deeper reasons for pursuing a writing career beyond financial gain.

• Every author questions if their work matters at some point.
• Asking 'does it matter?' is crucial for author longevity.
• Change is hard, but necessary for growth in the author journey.
• The publishing industry is chaotic and requires adaptability.
• You are allowed to shift your focus and priorities as an author.
• Self-discovery is key to understanding your motivations.
• It's okay to let go of projects that no longer resonate with you.

Hey there! In this episode I share some of my recent (and not-so-recent) experiences with pivoting my focus and what that means going forward. I'm going to be closing down some things (this podcast is staying), shifting over others, and stepping into some areas that have been really on my heart lately. This is going to be a new, highly consolidated focus that I'm super-excited about - and of course, I'm sharing how you can take a look at your priorities and make solid adjustments as well.

Includes:

• The pros and cons of the Author Elevate brand
• Giving yourself permission to move on
• The importance of balancing mental loads
• Figuring out how to human professionally with other humans
• What the next steps are!

*waves* Hey there! Anyone feeling data and info overload? I'm right there with you!

And in this quick episode I offer an alternative to getting lost in the analytics, likes, subscribes, and all the rest.

Learn one crucial tip for sifting through all the info, and how to prioritize your goals and health to keep author life sustainable.

It's time to reclaim your confidence and clarity. See you in the episode!

Want to do your writing and marketing easier, faster, and better?

It’s time to create a process you love for author success–and I’m here to help you start right now!

Don’t miss this episode of the Author Elevate podcast as I share some tips to research your process and narrow it down to something that works for your unique brain.

Includes awesome word-nerding (vocabulary appreciation), one essential acronym, and how to adapt what others are doing to your own process!

Welcome back to the Author Elevate podcast! Are you ready for a few changes? We promise they’re good ones!

Learn what cool things are on the horizon and our theme for this season.

In this episode:

-four changes I’m making to level up this podcast (and keep myself sane)

-the highly underrated secret of successful authors

-plus, find out more about the direction the Author Elevate Podcast & YouTube Channel will be taking this season and beyond!

Have you tried to write every day–and can’t, because of life? Do you want to push forward in your author biz but keep dealing with setbacks? Author and YouTuber Tiffany Grant has a boatload of encouragement, tips, and inspiration in this latest episode! And she also shares about running a successful Kickstarter with her debut novel! Includes epic conversations like: -Why she decided to run a Kickstarter on her debut book (and what she learned) -Adapting author business to handle overstimulation and depression -Coping techniques for when you have to keep going - and when to just stop -How having a unique brain and difficulties can help develop writing ability and empathy -plus, favorite words are the topic in this week’s random question!