Daniel Willcocks is an international bestselling author and award-nominated podcaster of dark fiction. He is an author coach; one fifth of digital story studio, Hawk & Cleaver; co-founder of iTunes-busting fiction podcast, ‘The Other Stories‘;’ CEO of horror imprint, Devil’s Rock Publishing; and the co-host of the ‘Next Level Authors’ podcast.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- The BIG mistakes indie authors make
- Why it’s important to remember publishing is a long-term game
- How horror reflects the human psyche
- Why some people look down on genres like horror and romance
Listen to Daniel Willcocks talk self-publishing
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Show notes
- 00.00 – Introduction
- 04.30 – Podcast update
- 06.25 – Personal updates
- 09.28 – Interview with Daniel Wilcocks
- 10.25 – What are the biggest mistakes that indie authors make?
- 15.25 – What should you do if you’re terrified of anyone reading your first book?
- 19.48 – What are the first steps to launching a book?
- 23.32 – What are the biggest mindset issues writers face?
- 28.40 – Why is it so important to show up for yourself?
- 32.10 – Why is it important to see through the bullshit?
- 38.14 – How does Daniel get focused during his writing sessions?
- 43.00 – Who is Deathbed Dan?
- 49.58 – What’s appeal of horror?
- 1.03.15 – Is there a benefit to writing shorter projects?
- 1.06.52 – Some horror books for anyone looking to get into the genre.
- 1.09.28 – Which book changed Daniel’s life?
- 1.10.53 – Where can you find out more about Daniel?
Daniel Willcocks’s books
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While writing a horror novels just try to make sure that write in your own universe. Make your own creatures and introduce them like you are sitting in reality or the person who reads your novel actually feels that creature around.