Welcome to another episode of the Writing Quest Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Weiss, the author of "The Flux Catastrophe" series. Join us as we explore Jonathan's journey from experimenting with stop-motion animation to becoming a self-published author. We dive into his creative influences, writing process, and the unique challenges he's faced along the way.

Chapters:

[00:00] Introduction: Introduction to the episode and Jonathan Weiss.

[01:32] Meet Jonathan Weiss: Learn about Jonathan's background and what inspired him to start writing. He shares how his early interest in stop-motion animation evolved into a passion for storytelling .

[17:34] Creative Influences: Discover the key influences that have shaped Jonathan's work, including his love for sci-fi and post-apocalyptic themes .

[27:50] Writing Process: Get insights into Jonathan's approach to writing, including his unique method of world-building across multiple time periods and how his characters often take the lead in his plots .

[38:03] Challenges and Triumphs: Hear about the obstacles Jonathan has overcome, such as his diagnosis of ADHD, and how he has leveraged his hyperfocus to enhance his writing productivity .

[53:58] Tips for Aspiring Writers: Valuable advice for anyone looking to pursue a career in writing, including Jonathan's tips on balancing creativity with the demands of self-publishing .

[57:21] Closing Thoughts: Final thoughts and what's next for Jonathan Weiss.

Connect with Jonathan Weiss:

Website: https://www.jonathanweiss.com.au/ Series Guide/Reading Order: https://jonathanweiss.com.au/series-guide-and-roadmap Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanw_author/

Purchase "Molten Flux": https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C42GXVWR Purchase "Blazing Flux": https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRD1T6MZ Purchase "The Hytharo Redux": https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CG59TJ9F

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