Do We Need More Car Fiction? | Is Good Storytelling Crucial to Preserving Motoring Culture?

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What role does storytelling play in preserving motoring culture? After attending the Self-Publishing Live Conference, I'm reflecting on my journey as an author, my first novel 'The ULEZ Files', and my next venture as a book publisher. I ask the question: is it my duty to write more car fiction?
As motoring enthusiasm faces challenges, I ponder whether it's my responsibility to continue writing car fiction. Join me as I leave the conference at the Southbank Centre, walk along the River Thames, and cross Westminster Bridge, sharing insights from the conference and my thoughts on the future of motoring fiction.
In this video, I examine the lessons learned at the Self-Publishing Live Conference, where I discovered new trends and strategies in the world of self-publishing. I also share my experiences as an automotive journalist and author, discussing the inspiration behind 'The ULEZ Files' and the reception it has received. Is there a demand for more car-related fiction?
As I stroll through iconic London landmarks, I reflect on the importance of creating fiction that resonates with car enthusiasts. With the decline in motoring culture, it's crucial to capture the essence of automotive passion through literature. Tune in to hear my thoughts on the future of motoring fiction and let me know your views in the comments. Should I write more? Is it my duty to keep the spirit of motoring alive through my stories?
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@rupertbollywood1190 Ай бұрын

1) Choose a traditional publisher. 2) Don't be tempted to use supplementary skills - it's easy but erodes trust. 3) Aim for wide distribution and sales.

@ludicrousfool7953 Ай бұрын

Feeling the same sentiment as you. Obviously, it still needs to be good automotive fiction, but the lack of entertainment available for car guys in recent years has been noticeable to me. Closest I can think of off my head is MF Ghost, which itself is a sequel series to the manga Initial D. That’s to say nothing of Fast & Furious, Bullitt, and Speed Racer (1967), which were big for me when I was a child, and I also just discovered Future GPX Cyber Formula. Must be terrible for you car guys out in the UK right now. The US and Japan are looking better and ICE seems to be staying for the foreseeable future in those territories, but there are still people who want any and all non-EVs outlawed. I’ve had ideas in my head about auto-centric stories and write very well, but have never pulled the trigger on it. If you have any advice or ideas for self-publishing like your ULEZ book, what would it be?

@BrownCarGuy Ай бұрын

Absolutely go for it!! I've struggled for a long time to get my first novel out, but after decades of false starts, I think I finally figured out the formula - at least one that works for me kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fJ6edahjv9uzlIU.html As for self-publishing, Amazon makes it ridiculously easy. It's utterly straightforward. The difficult bit is promoting and marketing the book - what traditional publishers do so well. This is the bit I'm trying to figure out now myself and the main reason I went to the conference. I think I have a few ideas which I will be trialling over the next few weeks. Wish you all the best of luck and look forward to seeing your work soon!