When Did Authors Become Brands Instead of Artists?
Soman and Victoria consider whether authors themselves have become part of the book package in the new content economy. Also they discuss how to find the best agent for your book and if it’s possible to switch genres after having success. Soman wants to go back to the farm, and Victoria is ready for a writers’ retreat.Theme of the Week (05:47)Goals of the Week (10:44)Industry Nonsense (26:55) Reader Mailbag(44:44)Plot Twists in Real Life (53:32)Pup Twist (55:30) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Did We Ruin Fandom?
Soman and Victoria debate whether fandom is good for society or the sign of deeper decline. They also reveal what they talk about with readers at the signing table and how to manage multiple character POVs. Victoria’s closet got invaded, and Soman’s AI problems have him wanting to go back to the 90s again.Theme of the Week (06:12)Goals of the Week (12:54)Industry Nonsense (25:16) Reader Mailbag(48:05)Plot Twists in Real Life (56:36)Pup Twist (59:43)SPONSORS Goals of the Week is sponsored by Wordsmith Workshops. This week’s Industry Nonsense is sponsored by First Draft Pro. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What Is The Real Point of a Book Tour?
Soman and Victoria present their radically different philosophies on book tour — and debate which one is better. Also they answer questions about physical appearance in books and fantasy contraceptives (really). Soman wants to teleport back to 1997, and Victoria wants Americans to get better at striking.Theme of the Week (04:50)Goals of the Week (15:46)Industry Nonsense (28:55) Reader Mailbag(49:21)Plot Twists in Real Life (55:30)Pup Twist (58:11)This week’s Industry nonsense is sponsored by First Draft Pro.First Draft Pro offer! Use code PLOTTWIST20 (Valid until December 31, 2025) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Who Is Allowed To Write What?
Soman and Victoria tackle one of the most controversial questions looming over every artistic medium. Also they talk about when you should copyright your work and how to find the right freelance editor or consultant. S is finishing a chapter of his new fantasy novel post-YOUNG WORLD, and Victoria wants to go Soman Mode.Show notesTheme of the Week (02:56)Goals of the Week (10:33)Industry Nonsense (24:14) Reader Mailbag(46:00)Plot Twists in Real Life (54:51)Industry Nonsense is sponsored by First Draft Pro.Additional sponsorship by the Starrett System, created by The Ready State. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Would You Rather Be A Flop… Or a Fraud?
Soman and Victoria find the thin line between con and artist. Also they debate their favorite couples in literature and how to figure out if a literary agent is credible. Victoria is buckling up for her European tour, and Soman wants to be Nomi from Showgirls. Theme of the Week (02:40)Goals for the Week (15:15)Industry Nonsense (28:28) Reader Mailbag (44:42)Plot Twists in Real Life (52:59)Pup Twist (59:54)Industry Nonsense is sponsored by First Draft Pro.Additional sponsorship by the Starrett System, created by The Ready State. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hosted by worldwide bestselling authors Victoria Aveyard (RED QUEEN series, REALM BREAKER series) & Soman Chainani (THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD & EVIL series), PLOT TWIST takes you behind the scenes of the biggest swings in our careers. Victoria’s TEMPEST, her very first novel for adults, an epic pirate fantasy… and Soman’s YOUNG WORLD, a red-hot young adult political thriller. Each week, we pull back the curtain of our creative process and give you our hot takes on thorny issues in publishing and entertainment, answer your mailbag questions, plus pitch plot twists we want to see in real life. New episodes every Thursday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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