🚀 NJ Alexander on Vanity Presses, Rewriting, and Building a Writing Community 🚀 Writing Quest’s Links: Storybook: Master Novelist: https://writingquest.gumroad.com/l/StorybookMasterNovelist X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/WritingQuest Scrivener Discount (20% off with code ‘QUEST’): https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=writingquest2 Codex Archetypum E-Book: https://gumroad.com/a/398043347/tguwn Episode Summary: In this episode, Brendan sits down with NJ Alexander, author of Fog Bound, to discuss his journey through self-publishing, the perils of vanity presses, and how rewriting his debut novel gave it new life. From sharing lessons learned about dodging scams to detailing his meticulous writing process, NJ delivers a candid and inspiring look at the trials and triumphs of being an indie author. This conversation is packed with actionable advice, from avoiding common pitfalls in publishing to finding your place in a supportive writing community. What’s Inside: A Tale of Redemption: NJ shares how his early experience with a vanity press led to reclaiming his work and relaunching Fog Bound. Rewriting and Reimagining: Discover how NJ transformed his original draft by adding new depth, improving character agency, and restructuring the story. Avoiding Vanity Presses: Warning signs and why authors should never pay a publisher to release their work. Writing Routine: NJ’s disciplined binge-writing strategy and how he balances creativity with a full-time job. Community Building: The importance of finding critique partners, beta readers, and support within the indie writing space. Looking Ahead: NJ’s plans to finish the Echoes of Ono series and venture into writing something weird, wacky, and wildly creative. Join the Discussion: Have you ever had a negative experience with a vanity press? How do you stay motivated to write? Share your thoughts in the comments below, and don’t forget to grab your copy of Fog Bound! Subscribe for more author interviews and writing tips from Writing Quest! #WritingQuest #NJAlexander #FantasyAuthor #FogBound #SelfPublishing #VanityPress #IndieAuthor