#016: Jon Cronshaw – Embracing the serial, using podcasts to connect with readers, and how stoicism can positively impact your writing life.

Activated Authors

English - November 08, 2019 00:01 - 58 minutes - ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
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Previous Episode: #015: Sacha Black – Becoming a rebel author, owning your fears, and following your own path.

Next Episode: #017: Humphrey Hawksley – Going deep with research, translating journalism to novels, and the changing nature of traditional publishing.

Jon Cronshaw is the bestselling author of such fiction titles as the ‘Wasteland' series, the ‘Ravenglass Chronicles’, ‘Blind Gambit’, and the non-fiction ’Stop Booking Around’. Jon’s titles span the genres of post-apocalyptic, epic fantasy, GameLit, and more.

As a former freelance features writer, Jon has had work published in local and national newspapers across the UK, including the Metro, Yorkshire Post and the Guardian.

He is also a self-confessed voracious reader, guide dog owner, ex-gamer, and certified geek

In this episode we go deep into:

How Jon is embracing the serial story format to write larger works
Jon’s approach to genre-hopping
Looking at the long-game and knowing what your ‘why’ is
Using tarot cards to influence your works
Following your characters, instead of forcing the story
Using podcasts to create your own accountability
Creating personal connections with readers
Using personal experience to write and connect
Overcoming obstacles as a visually impaired writer
Dictation and multi-purposing content
Overcoming Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Embracing gratitude
How stoicism can create a healthier look on reviews and approaching your writing
How to switch off and find a routine that works for you
Creating a flow state and removing distractions

Jon answers questions from Patrons:

Ian J Middleton: How has your interest in Stoicism impacted on your writing?

Find out more about Jon Cronshaw:

Author Diaries

Sci-Fi Roundtable

JonCronshaw.com

Links from the show:

Ravenglass Chronicles

Paul Teague’s Author Diaries

Ryan Holiday’s ‘Perennial Seller'

Kevin Kelly’s ‘1000 True Fans’

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