New Gig at Fantasy-Faction.com
I have a bit of exciting news to share.
Recently, I was asked to write the occasional article for Fantasy-Faction.com, a website dedicated to book reviews, articles on writing, and pretty much anything to do with the fantasy genre. They have had interviews with a number of the giants—Brandon Sanderson included—and a vibrant community of fantasy fans.
I, as you might expect, have happily agreed to do so.
My first article for them went up today, titled “Want to Self-Publish Fantasy? Think Again.” Which, coming from an indie author, might sound a little odd, but it’s not what you think. It’s more of a cautionary tale to others that the self-published road is not a shortcut. It is just as hard as the traditional path, perhaps more so in many cases. Rather, the article is…oh, heck. Just go read it.
And yell at me if you disagree.
Good Days Ahead.
-R.T.
PS – Just wrapped up Origins over the weekend. Awesome time overall. Will write about my personal experience after I get the wrap-up for Fantasy Faction done.
Recently, I was asked to write the occasional article for Fantasy-Faction.com, a website dedicated to book reviews, articles on writing, and pretty much anything to do with the fantasy genre. They have had interviews with a number of the giants—Brandon Sanderson included—and a vibrant community of fantasy fans.
I, as you might expect, have happily agreed to do so.
My first article for them went up today, titled “Want to Self-Publish Fantasy? Think Again.” Which, coming from an indie author, might sound a little odd, but it’s not what you think. It’s more of a cautionary tale to others that the self-published road is not a shortcut. It is just as hard as the traditional path, perhaps more so in many cases. Rather, the article is…oh, heck. Just go read it.
And yell at me if you disagree.
Good Days Ahead.
-R.T.
PS – Just wrapped up Origins over the weekend. Awesome time overall. Will write about my personal experience after I get the wrap-up for Fantasy Faction done.
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Jun 10, 2012 01:44AM
Those were pretty astounding numbers. I had no idea. Romance is more popular than fantasy? *cough, sputter, gag* Nice article Ryan. Very informative.
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Bobbi wrote: "Those were pretty astounding numbers. I had no idea. Romance is more popular than fantasy? *cough, sputter, gag* Nice article Ryan. Very informative."There was some really good back and forth on the article, too, pointing out the flaws in the questions asked. So much so that another author who started as a self-published writer (Michael Sullivan) compiled a rather extensive list of questions to get a better idea of the true landscape. It's making it's way through the ether. A lot of authors are filling it out. Should be a better representation of the true nature of the business.
