Pathfinder’s James Sutter on how he makes money as a writer
“In this interview, James strips away the illusions of the publishing industry. He breaks down the difference between writing tie-in fiction for a steady paycheck versus taking high-risk swings on original novels, explains why owning your IP is the only true path to career autonomy, and reveals how living with roommates and strict budgeting made his leap into full-time freelancing possible. If you are trying to figure out how to pivot from a corporate creative role to an independent one without crashing, this one’s for you.”
