TELL THE DAMN STORY, ep 309: Breaking into Mainstream Publishing w Tom Sniegoski & Jeannine Acheson
How do you come up with a series concept? How do you write it? How do you pitch it to publishers?
In this episode, Chris and Alex dive deep into the intricate world of getting a book series mainstream published. Alex Simmons and Chris Ryan are joined by acclaimed writers Tom Sniegoski and Jeannine Acheson, whose diverse projects, including Vampirella, Dark Reflections, and Soultaker, have captured the imaginations of many.
We'll delve into the practical aspects of managing multiple scripts, juggling new ideas with ongoing projects, and the inside scoop on their latest novella, Nira, from Bad Handbooks. The episode also illuminates the essentials of pitching, negotiating, and contracting, interspersed with personal anecdotes and professional insights.
Whether you're a seasoned writer or just a lover of good stories, this conversation is brimming with practical takeaways about storytelling, the business side of writing, and the creative process. So, tune in as we navigate the journey from the initial concept to the published series and every twist and turn in between.
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00:00 Upcoming talk, comic book experience, 2 projects.
05:11 Collaborative coffee shop meetings inspire comic projects.
12:03 Chris Golden pitches a supernatural time travel novel.
20:46 The necessity of a synopsis in writing.
24:34 Negotiated creator-owned contract, pleased with the outcome.
28:37 Jeannine's concept: an aging person becomes younger. Subspecies feed off life energies.
34:21 Concurrently writing scripts for two comic books.
39:22 COVID fueled interest in shorter, visual storytelling.
46:42 Tom Brown contacted Tom S. about a new publisher.
50:08 A Detail-oriented writer acknowledges strengths and weaknesses.
53:30 Helpful advice from an experienced author at the convention.
01:00:23 Crowded place, hard to move and see.
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