Some spoilers are touched on in the interview. Nothing Earth-shattering, but you have been warned.

“Everywhere I’ve gotten in life was out of sheer spite” Jim Butcher being a paragon of inspiration, 2020

There's something so perfect about the Dresden Files being born from pure creative spite. 😂

I met jim in 2011 and we got to talk about harry. I told jim that I enjoyed that harry was never omnipotent. And Jim said to me that "he pictured harry as the plumber of the wizarding world. He gets the job done but there is always some ass hanging out while it's going on" it was an absolutely pleasure.

Guys, I just realized, somewhere out there, there is a creative writing professor named Gaby who knows the ENTIRE OUTLINE OF DRESDEN FILES...

I'm sorry, did he just say THERE WILL BE TWO DRESDEN BOOKS THIS YEAR?????

Jim Butcher is the Weird Al of writing. I mean that as a total compliment

I've always liked Jim Butcher's writing but this interview made him one of my favorite authors simply based on personality. Such a cool guy! I was in middle school when I found White Night and was so confused, color me surprised when I discovered it was an entire series lol. And then Codex Alera! So good. One of my favorite series of all time. Love all of this, thanks Daniel!

No friggin way! This is awesome. First Sanderson and now Butcher. Please keep it up, Daniel.

"I'm doing this for the money." :-) That's GREAT, Jim - rock on! You've earned every penny.

I just realized that Jim Butcher IS Harry Dresden.

Butcher is a cool cat. And a very nice guy. I e done several Comic Con panels with him. Hope you enjoy the interview, Daniel

Greene I need you do convince Merphy Napier to read Dresden Files. It is your duty as a friend.

This is one of the only interviews I've seen with Jim Butcher. It started out like his typical copy paste storytelling when he is on video and by the end you drew out a side of him that I've never seen him share and be himself. Props to you for being such a good interviewer basically by being yourself.

"Dirty Harry Potter" *ACCIO MAGNUM!*

Butcher's incredible modesty shows through in his first-person narrative and it warms my heart. Be it Spiderman or Dresden, Butcher always goes to length to show how bad-ass everyone ELSE is in the universe. IDK, it might be some of the best humble bragging in literature RN.

Damn, it's impossible not to like this dude. Comes across genuine and down to earth. Loved it when he said he dosent care when he dies and if people read his books, he's in it for the money 😂 killed me. P. S another great interview next up please lord grimdark.

If Jim writes books of other characters I think the story when Charity is saved by Michael would be amazing. (Through Charity's eyes though).

People who are new to Jim Butcher, I recommend you look up the KZfaq video when he talks about the time he was cursed by a witch doctor in the Amazonian rainforest. True story. 😆😆😆😆😆 This guy is so awesome.

Jim's final form is Christopher Lee.

Dresden files is my favorite series. Unlike a lot of people I don’t usually re read series. But I have read the Dresden files several times. Can’t wait for Peace Talks.

Can't wait, i notice the convenient timing as the trailer for peace talks drops the same day on Jim's web sit. Yes the man made a trailer for his newest release.. Epic

That Dresden origin story never fails to make me laugh. Love the interview! Thanks, Daniel.

Snarkier than Jim Butcher??? Ok, his son's gonna be a legend.

I love that. His success is directly tied to listening to his teacher, lol. Seems so simple when you look back, but when you're there it is hard to see through the hubris, haha

TWO Dresden Files books this year! Stormlight 4! Cyberpunk! If you ignore coronavirus, 2020 is the BEST YEAR EVER!

Dresden is an Amazing character, I see a lot of Jim in him

18:00 - OH MY GOD... Mika!!!!! YES. I LOVE her Dresden ART. I used that art to lure two of my daughters into reading Dresden! So very very happy you know about her!!!!!

I'll never forget the day I found Storm Front, Fool Moon and Grave Peril at a Chapters 13 years ago. I read the back covers and immediately knew this was going to be the coolest series I will ever read in my entire life, and I wasn't wrong. The Dresden Files is definitely a must read.

I actually squeed when I heard that he is planning on working on the 2rd book in the Cider Spire series The Olympian Affair, can't wait to have a ETA, an amazing author and interviewee.

Just in the middle of my marathon of the Dresden files. You, my man, have perfect timing. Im on book 11. Thanks for the recommendation

I love how enthusiastic Jim is about being interviewed, guy wont stop talking! Just how I pictured him :)

53:30 - Yes, Jim - we were waiting for a long time. But honestly, my biggest concern was that you'd just gotten tired of Dresden. I hope that's not offensive - someone might say that "For a professional it shouldn't matter." But professional or not, a person is always going to produce more greatness when they're inspired than when they're not. That's just human nature. I'm nothing like you; my specialty is in digital circuit design. But it still involves "gray matter creativity," and when the "magic" isn't there, it's just not there. But here the new books are (BOOKS ARE - not BOOK IS), and all is redeemed. You just can't tell everyone everything that's going on, so we will worry, because we're eager to follow this story to the end. Honestly, everything you've orchestrated over the last few weeks is just 100% spot on - the train is on the tracks and is sailing on for the next destination. You are the best writer I've ever read - bar none. Here's to you - good luck during these difficult times, take care of yourself and your family, and we will be here when you bring us new stuff. Thanks for the fictional ride of my life.

I love love loved Codex Alera. Like a crazy ridiculous amount.

This man had got some PERSONALITY

Ok. the reason we are getting two books this year is such a fu*king writer-ly reason that I'm even more happy than i was before!!! Great interview.

Dresden Files is my favorite series of all time and this interview just cemented this even more.

I saw this and gasped. My wife thought something was wrong. I can't wait to listen!

"Dirty Harry Potter" Soooooo perfect.

When you asked about other viewpoints, there is some of that in the side stories and micro-fictions. The anthologies in Side Jobs and Brief Cases were eye opening for me. If you care about spoilers, don't go out of publishing order to make sure you're not taken unaware.

Very excited that we get 2 books this year. That's 17 books and 2 books of short stories in 20 years. And that's just Dresden books, he's also done the Codex Alera and 1 Cinder Spires novel in that time. Dude is a hard worker.

I just used this interview as a source for a college essay I’m writing about The Dresden Files and humor in books! Thanks!

I love how Jim teased the curve ball of Changes at you. Buckle up, buddy.... its a hell of a ride! Please let us know when you start, and record yourself as you read it, and then your raw, instant reaction to the end.

Is Butcher LAYING DOWN?? That is some serious badassery. Interview? Ima do it laying down. Fight me. LOL

You're such a fantastic interviewer Daniel! Always seems like a legitimate conversation, but you still let them elaborate on their points and end up getting a lot of cool stuff out of the interviewee. Also i know these are authors, English-linguistic artists by profession, but by god are they articulate and just a joy to listen to. Love the author interview series; keep up the amazing work man.

"Because I'm doing dialogue between characters out loud in the car" Thank the Gods I'm not the only one who does that, was starting to feel a bit loopy :D

This interview convinced me to start Dresden!

The end when Jims talking about making sure his craft stays on point was great to hear. He's a legend even if he doesnt want to believe it.

Is Jim just in bed with his laptop? It's good to be the king.

How you manage to keep your cool during these interviews astonishes me. I would be soooo nervous lol

Daniels smirk on the pic tells you everything you need to know :D

Jim Butcher... The most Interesting man in Fantasy

Great interview, very cool author. I'm really glad you have enough pull to get all these excellent writers to come and talk. KZfaq interviews / chats are one of the best things about the medium.

I've read the first Dresden book and I can already see how this guy is the author, he oozes charisma and his style of comedy comes through just as well in his writing as it does in his interview. Can't wait to start the second book.

Can't wait to read Dresden Files, loving Codex Alera almost finished with the series.

look at this legend, how he sits in what appears to be a BEAN BAG SORT OF CHAIR while drinking, what i can only imagine has to be meade, or possibly absinthe.

Babylon 5 and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. I'm in love.

I think Nathon Fillion is another smart ass that fits Dresden well, especially is Firefly character.

WHATTTTT 2 BOOKS!!!! All my waiting was not in vain!

So THAT's why nothing's come out in ages! Thank you so much for solving the mystery of the unchanging B section on the shelves. So glad there'l be more Dresden and more to boot. Also had no idea the Dresden files started with a stoush with the lecturer, that was hilarious and inspiring all in one go.

The fact Jim plays LoL just made him my favorite person today. In my head cannon I have played against him and he was the player that talked trash AND made me LOL.

This interview made me a bigger fan of Jim.

Congrats to Mr. Butcher and Mr. Greene. I'm just starting the series! And I'm happy that you have had such big writers on your channel!

Daniel, will you be reading the side stories. Also who else is looking forward to reading Jim's son's books?

Goodness this interview was excellent. I really enjoyed Jim's ramblings here! There's so much context learned by hearing about his life

Fantastic interview! Butcher was already my favourite living author based on his writing, and I'm glad to see that his personality is awesome too! I was so hyped to hear that we'd be getting two books too. When that trailer dropped, my mind was blown!

TIMESTAMP 00:01 Daniel introduces Jim Butcher and Codex Alera (not Alexa) 00:44 Dresden Files as large scale epic fantasy 01:13 Jim tells the origin of The Dresden Files, and his issues with authority. 05:53 Encouragement, hard work 06:18 Jim admits he is not a genius. The value of hard work, persistence and commitment 07:28 A satisfying answer to “When are you going to get a real job?” 08:45 Jim's influences when starting 11:21 D&D talk as relates to Harry Dresden 14:54 Smartass characters as inspiration in writing Dresden 17:08 Developing the look of the character Dresden 20:40 Game talk 21:24 Balancing writing the occult into the world of Dresden 26:21 Two Dresden books this year! 27:38 Re-writing to manage the two books? 28:55 Title hard turn! 31:22 Q - Do you personally ride or do you just like having Murphy ride? 32:40 Q - How much of yourself do you see in your characters? Jim’s Reaction To Quotes: 33:41 “The best time to plan a book is while you’re doing the dishes.” 35:35 “I love deadlines. I love the wooshing sound they make as they fly by.” 37:30 Q - How do you describe/pitch The Dresden Files? 39:06 “A bullet may have your name on it, but fireballs are addressed ‘To who it may concern’.” 41:24 Action and consequences for Harry Dresden 43:38 Possibility of a spin-off series 46:36 Writing from a different point of view. Seeing yourself from a different point of view 50:33 Writing for 20 years 53:56 Q - What are you currently reading. A - Jim’s son is writing a novel 55:35 Evolution of the fantasy genre and independent publishing 58:54 Daniel says Thank you! and screws up his outtro

So much exciting info! Two books this year! And the novel of Jim's son he talked about sounds pretty awesome. I hope he will get published :) PS. Just love Jim Butcher, my second favorite author, right behind Terry Pratchett.

Oh my god, a second book! I think Jim has just compensated all the heartbreak people were having over a long delay between the books! :) I'm so glad By the way, if someone has a lot of time on their hands, Jim planned DF story arc using Babylon 5 tv series as an inspiration which had it from the beginning and all those mentions and events that later turned to be really important, and same with consequences

My favorite author of all time. Well done Daniel!

I am 4 minutes into this interview and I am already a fan. I have never read a Jim Butcher book, but I know of the Dresden files. Just by the interview, I want to ready everything he has ever written :D He is so colorful.

Now you have to read Codex Alera, Daniel!

Watching Daniel Greene, it strikes me that he could play Will Borden from the Dresden Files. Lol

I was talking to my brother about the series, and mentioned the upcoming titles. He said that it sounds like the peace talks went well. I said that it sounds like a Dresden Files book.

I put off watching this when it premiered so I could finish changes. Excited to get into it now

YES YES YES He recommended the Chronicles of Prydain!!!!

Great interview, I watched the whole thing!

Very happy to see this for Daniel and Jim.

This is so cool! Can’t wait for this!

Jim Butcher! Two books?! Daniel. Great interview and great news! I'm super hyped. I look forward to your upcoming Dresden reviews and your hype catching up to mine.

I’m really looking forward to this interview

12:55 - Daniel's face when the series' author drops a spoiler that's two books ahead.

So many good interviews, I’m absolutely hyped for this!

Awesome, man. Happy for you doing this interview. Can’t wait to watch tomorrow!

Dude I would love to play League of Legends with Jim... that would make my year. 😯

As an aspiring author, I am taking Jim's advice to heart. It's logical to keep growing, and work on the book you think is just beyond your reach, so you can grow into it.

So glad I found this channel. ❤️🧙🏼‍♂️ Dresden fan, D2 lover and DM too. Great interview... can’t wait to listen to James Marsters with these next two books

Really enjoyed the interview. Dresden Files will now be on my radar. I need to read Sanderson first though....

Two books!!! Light of hope finally showing in 2020.

Going to pick up book 1 now, keep up the interviews. These have really made me excited for a new series both times that I had not already read the series. Great job Daniel!

What a great video! Superb job

Great interview. Thanks Daniel and Jim.

This is awesome!

you"re doing a great job getting Jim Butcher to talk. The questions you pose and just giving him time to answer -- we actually get to know the guy. love the interview!!!

I think Christmas came early for me. 2 Dresden books this year?! The wait has been worth it.

I was lucky to run into Jim Butcher completely by chance after being a big fan. Was at the Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede and after the show got up to leave and turned around to see this guy leaving with his family. Had to do a double take and waited for him *totally not in a creepy way* after the show until he came out and got him to sign my ticket! It's still my bookmark to this day!

my favorite series, definitely in for this video.

Great great great job!!!

Can not even begin to thank you enough for sharing this with us. This just made my year!!

Fantastic interview!