Everyone knows first books stink because you’re new. But there’s more to it than that. Learn the underlying reasons first books are rarely high-quality.

Dive into time management, the key components of a successful writing career, and improving your drafts.

Learn how to backwards plan your novels, realistic timelines for word counts, drafts, and more, all based on personal experience and questionable data.

Learn James’ process, warts and all. It’s a chaotic jumble, but maybe there’s something in here to inspire, or at least steer clear of…