Episode 033 / Fantasy and science fiction author Jamie Davis joins Jami Albright and Sara Rosett this week to talk about those critical times in your author career when you face hurdles and how to get over them. The conversation also touches on tips for new podcasters, the importance of connecting with authors outside your genre, and surveying your readers to understand them better. Come over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com. Intro recap In this podcast episode, you’ll discover: How Jamie wrote his first book during NaNoWriMo and why he participates every year How Jamie’s background as a journalist was a benefit when it came to writing quickly, but he had to discover his own narrative voice What Jamie would do differently if he were publishing his first book now Jamie’s advice for new podcasters and why recording your first podcast is like writing your first draft Facing hurdles in your writing career The importance of connecting with authors outside of your genre How to survey your readers to help you understand your readers and what novels they like Genres discussed include fantasy, science fiction, urban fantasy, and paranormal romance.  Links:  Jamie Davis  Jamie Davis Twitter Books and Authors Fantasy Podcast  National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) Booksweeps Bookfunnel