Brandon is proud to present the newsletter companion to Writing for Rookies — this newsletter expands on the information given in the podcasts with extra links and more recommendations about how to get your writing career started.
Podcast: Writing for Rookies
Writing for Rookies #10: California Schemin’
In this episode of Writing for Rookies, Brandon talks about the differences between NYC and LA, how the business of entertainment works for writers
Writing for Rookies #09: Dignity vs. Comfort
Brandon discusses his reasons for moving from NYC to Los Angeles and also explores why people should consider going for their dreams despite the sacrifices.
Writing for Rookies #08: Interview with Geoffrey Thorne
In this episode, Brandon interviews Geoffrey Thorne, author of STAR TREK: TITAN – SWORD OF DAMOCLES and discusses the ways that new writers can approach science-fiction and the challenges of developing new writers of color in the publishing world.
Writing for Rookies #07: Intro to Writing Sci-fi Prose
In this episode, Brandon discusses the basics of starting a sci-fi short story/novel while also discussing the 5 RULES OF SCIENCE FICTION WRITING by legendary author Robert Heinlein.
Writing for Rookies #06: New York Comic Con (Part 3)
Brandon interviews Steven Valdez, director and lead animator for the new multi-media studio ENEMY OF THE INDUSTRY. Steven discusses what rookie animators and new writers need to consider before starting their careers.