505 | D.J. Williams | On Storytelling, Publishing Trends, and Engaging Audiences

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DJ Williams, a thriller writer, shares his journey from a Hong Kong childhood to a successful writing career, highlighting how global experiences and work in unscripted television shaped his unique storytelling style. He discusses his transition from being a fan of authors like John Grisham to creating his own narratives, and offers insights into the publishing industry, including trends in book formats and release schedules. Williams reveals strategies for audience engagement, the importance of industry connections for film adaptations, and creative approaches to content creation, such as developing story universe websites and incorporating unexpected elements like auto auctions into his narratives.

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1. 505 | D.J. Williams | On Storytelling, Publishing Trends, and Engaging Audiences (00:00:00)

2. TV to Thriller Writing Journey (00:00:16)

3. Navigating the Writing Business (00:15:14)

4. Navigating the Entertainment Industry (00:28:23)

5. Creating Content Between Novels (00:35:51)

6. Intrigues of the Auction World (00:43:58)

7. Building Protagonist's Social Media Presence (00:53:08)