Episode Description
In Episode 10 of Beyond the Page, Steve sits down with New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Jon Land to explore the craft of storytelling, pacing, and keeping readers hooked from the very first page.
Jon shares lessons learned from writing more than 70 novels, why he believes stories should begin "in the middle," the importance of writing with confidence, and why the best writers trust their characters instead of rigid outlines.
The conversation also dives into his newest sci-fi thriller Icefall, collaboration in publishing, marketing in today's crowded book industry, and what aspiring authors need to know before publishing their first novel.
Whether you're a writer, reader, or thriller fan, this episode is packed with practical advice and fascinating stories from one of the genre's most accomplished authors.
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