
What Pro Fantasy Authors Know That Amateurs Don't
Published: February 14, 2026
Duration: 34:39
There are 10 big mindset differences between pro fantasy authors and amateur ones.
I’ve noticed these from talking with world-class writers like Joe Abercrombie, Christopher Ruocchio, Adrian Tchaikovsky, and dozens more — and from coaching over 220 emerging writers in my classes and programs.
Learning these 10 mindset differences has helped me publish 4 fantasy books, and an interactive fantasy novel — which all together have sold around 25,000 copies. And between my books and this YouTube channel, I’ve been a full-time creative for over two years now!
So while I’m certainly no mega NYT-bestse...