https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSH_xM-KC3ZvzkfVo_Dls0B5GiE2oMcLY Brandon Sanderson returns with his newly updated lecture series on how you can write your stories. Throughout the course, Brandon will discuss plot, characters, world building, and many other fundamentals to help you on your journey as a writer. TV & Film Podsync generator (support us at https://github.com/mxpv/podsync) en-us Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:52:46 +0000 Fri, 24 Jan 2025 18:25:40 +0000 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MEUh_y1IFZY/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEXCNACELwBSFryq4qpAwkIARUAAIhCGAE=&rs=AOn4CLBSH-dqBSAb6rRAuY00zQ6Lh_9Vxg https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSH_xM-KC3ZvzkfVo_Dls0B5GiE2oMcLY Brandon Sanderson Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture (2025) no 4AQznfJsHvY https://youtube.com/watch?v=4AQznfJsHvY Welcome to the final web exclusive writing Q&A! In this episode, Brandon Sanderson goes over some gritty questions regarding the publishing industry and what that means for your writing career. From what foreign publishing looks like to trying to sell shorter fiction, this video will continue to accelerate your writing career! Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Get your Wheel of Time updates here with the Bound and Woven newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/brandonsanderson/eye-of-the-world-campaign Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/ You can also follow me on: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsanderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSanderson Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSanderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=en Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandon Frequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson Chapters (0:00) - Intro (0:37) - Question 1 (3:05) - Question 2 (6:29) - Question 3 (13:44) - Question 4 (16:13) - Question 5 (21:23) - Question 6 (22:43) - Question 7 (24:57) - Question 8 (26:29) - Question 9 Thu, 29 May 2025 17:45:30 +0000 Brandon Sanderson Demystifying the Publishing Process - Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #11.5 (2025) 31:03 no 1 Kr6YkWCXqCU https://youtube.com/watch?v=Kr6YkWCXqCU What's your biggest question about traditional publishing? In the penultimate episode of Brandon Sanderson’s 2025 Writing Lecture Series, we return to the world of publishing. Brandon breaks down the role of literary agents, how to find one, what they actually do for authors, and how to effectively pitch your book — whether to an agent, editor, or industry professional. New to the series? Watch the full playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSH_xM-KC3ZvzkfVo_Dls0B5GiE2oMcLY Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/ You can also follow me on: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsanderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSanderson Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSanderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=en Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandon Frequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson (0:00) - Intro (0:36) - A Little More Publishing History (4:45) - Agents and What They Do (28:58) - Questions on Agents (39:51) - Publishing Contracts (46:54) - Pitching Your Novel (54:58) - Questions on Pitching (1:07:18) - Conferences and Conventions Mon, 19 May 2025 20:48:08 +0000 Brandon Sanderson What Publishing Does For You — Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #11 (2025) 1:14:00 no 2 -QjdOgbylGQ https://youtube.com/watch?v=-QjdOgbylGQ Brandon Sanderson brings you the second exclusive Q&A for the 2025 writing lecture series! He goes over some of the question you have asked from all over the internet, such as how to utilize your iconic characters, how to treat your setting as a character, and what character arcs you can consider when writing. Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? 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Ranging from how often one should "describe the spice" to writing gods among men, learn how to further your own stories with this insightful lecture. Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/ You can also follow me on: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsanderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSanderson Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSanderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=en Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandon Frequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson Chapters (0:00) - Intro (0:21) - Question 1 (4:56) - Question 2 (8:15) - Question 3 (11:48) - Question 4 (15:19) - Question 5 (17:42) - Question 6 (21:44) - Question 7 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 19:56:16 +0000 Brandon Sanderson Answering Your Worldbuilding Questions - Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #9.5 (2025) 24:43 no 4 HiCjwRXlv3s https://youtube.com/watch?v=HiCjwRXlv3s Brandon Sanderson returns for his last class of 2025, doing one final Q&A to some of the most asked questions from the class. Thank you all for joining us, now go write that book! Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/ You can also follow me on: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsanderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSanderson Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSanderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=en Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandon Frequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson Chapters (0:00) - Intro (0:13) - Beginning of the "end" (0:57) - How To Break In Now As An Author (6:22) - Biggest Mistake Learned As A Writer (8:12) - Best Way to Learn Revision (10:10) - Reading the First Draft and the Final Draft (11:30) - Writing linearly Vs Story Arc (12:37) - Secret Project and Agents (17:16) - Why Did Kickstarter Work / Indie Work (31:15) - Going Out Of State for Agent Searching (34:50) - Changes Genres Between Publishing Books (41:24) - Difference Between YA and Middle Grade (45:44) - Writing In Strange Prose (47:54) - Small Press Publishing (52:20) - Biggest Objective As a Writer? (53:46) - Including Artwork When Send Submission (55:38) - Writer/Illustrator Combo Publishing (59:05) - How To Use Your Reading Time To Become a Better Writer (1:00:41) - Writing On Specific Topics (1:01:18) - Avoid Publisher Company Scams (1:04:25) - A.I. Art (1:05:48) - Keeping Your World / Story Stored and Organized (1:06:40) - A Beginning and An End Fri, 18 Apr 2025 19:00:11 +0000 Brandon Sanderson An Ending and A Beginning — Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #12 (2025) 1:13:02 no 5 3Y9p53C1lP4 https://youtube.com/watch?v=3Y9p53C1lP4 The master of magic systems is back with an updated lecture on Sanderson's Laws of Magic --- three rules designed to elevate any story, whether sci-fi/fantasy or not. Welcome back to Brandon Sanderson's classroom, everyone! Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/ You can also follow me on: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsanderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSanderson Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSanderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=en Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandon Frequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson Mon, 07 Apr 2025 18:36:56 +0000 Brandon Sanderson Sanderson's Laws of Magic - Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #7 (2025) 1:13:32 no 6 6xM9rJQbU1M https://youtube.com/watch?v=6xM9rJQbU1M This week Brandon takes questions on the last two classes on plot theory. Now you can participate as well! Make sure to check out the last two lectures and this Q&A, then comment below (on this video) and Brandon will film an exclusive session featuring your questions. Review the lecture notes here: https://bit.ly/3WRnVot Audio version available wherever podcasts can be found! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2447316 Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/ You can also follow me on: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsanderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSanderson Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSanderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=en Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandon Frequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson Chapters (0:00) - Opening Class / Starting Q&A (1:19) - What Are the Most Important Promises To Make? (6:52) - What if My Plot is Unoriginal? (18:14) - Unfulfilled in Big Series (21:20) - Approaching New Plotting Methods (23:59) - Creating the Stand Up and Cheer Moment (27:54) - Common Mistakes with Exposition (35:16) - How to Help With The Learning Curve (39:53) - How to Build An Outline (46:05) - Does Brandon Make His Own Maps? (47:31) - Civ 7 Talk (48:24) - Foreshadowing/Consistency As A Discovery Writer (51:47) - Adding A Twist Simply For Shock Value (56:53) - Struggling With Proper Foreshadowing (1:01:09) - How to Avoid Decline to the Next Book? (1:03:50) - Having a Longer Resolution (1:05:12) - Making Promises in the Ordinary World (1:08:15) - The Character Who Failed (1:11:10) - Writing Memory Loss Stories (1:13:04) - Deciding Which Plot To Write (1:13:30) - What To Ask Your Beta Readers Mon, 07 Apr 2025 18:36:12 +0000 Brandon Sanderson Plot Q&A: Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #4 (2025) 1:15:55 no 7 5zzzjLKuFZA https://youtube.com/watch?v=5zzzjLKuFZA This week on Brandon Sanderson's writing lecture series, we dive into the publishing side of the writing world. We take a close look at how the publishing industry came to be what it is today, what steps your book goes through when publishing with the Big 5, and how contracts look in the professional world of book writing. Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/ You can also follow me on: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsanderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSanderson Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSanderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=en Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandon Frequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson Chapters (0:00) - Intro (0:23) - Prepping the Publishing Firehouse (1:18) - History of the Publishing Industry (35:18) - What is Traditional Publishing? (1:08:48) - Contracts, Royalties, and Retail Mon, 07 Apr 2025 18:35:18 +0000 Brandon Sanderson How Publishing Works - Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #10 (2025) 1:15:11 no 8 IIGSFZPTCXA https://youtube.com/watch?v=IIGSFZPTCXA Brandon Sanderson is back in class answering some of the questions that burned within the hearts of his students. He delves deep into the philosophy of worldbuilding within your novels along with provides expert knowledge on ways to make it better. Follow up online Q&A video: https://youtu.be/eT2osLYCDWM Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/ You can also follow me on: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsanderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSanderson Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSanderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=en Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandon Frequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson Chapters (0:00) - Introduction (0:31) - Starting the Q&A (1:56) - Handling World-Building In Our World (10:01) - Descriptions from Characters (12:36) - Getting Into Your Characters Head (15:20) - Worldbuilding Not Important to Characters (19:08) - When To Stop Introducing New Elements (21:20) - What Tools For Worldbuilding? (28:15) - Doing a Late Introduction (30:11) - Describing A 1st Person Character (35:26) - Best Gorilla In the Phone Booth (38:46) - Creating Supplemental Material (42:55) - How to Write Graphic Novels (44:59) - Creating Your Map (49:26) - Advice Books for Writers (52:16) - Scene/Sequel (55:57) - Using Worldbuilding in War (1:00:35) - The Others (1:06:21) - Brandon's Pet Peeve (1:08:56) - What Can I get Away With? (1:11:49) - Same Named Sources Mon, 07 Apr 2025 18:35:10 +0000 Brandon Sanderson How To Worldbuild on Earth? - Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #9 (2025) 1:13:56 no 9 mGgGBZutVVg https://youtube.com/watch?v=mGgGBZutVVg As the creator of worlds such as Roshar, Scadrial, and the Cosmere as a whole, Brandon Sanderson gives you all the tools you need to help bring your worldbuilding to the next level. That and more on this lecture on how to better your writing! Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/ You can also follow me on: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsanderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSanderson Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSanderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=en Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandon Frequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson Chapters (0:00) - Class Updates (1:30) - Making world building a highlight (11:11) - The 3 Portions of Worldbuilding (20:30) - Worldbuilders Disease (26:21) - The Iceberg (33:54) - The Pyramid of Abstraction (54:17) - Viewpoints and Tense Fri, 21 Mar 2025 20:17:07 +0000 Brandon Sanderson The Tools to Make Your Worlds Better - Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #8 (2025) 1:15:53 no 10 NHTYFX24BgQ https://youtube.com/watch?v=NHTYFX24BgQ Last week we talked about how to make your characters worth rooting for (or against), but this week we're diving into the part of your characters readers are going to see on the page. In other words, lecture #6 is a deep dive into customizing your character's personality using Brandon Sanderson's slider methodology. Audio version available wherever podcasts can be found! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2447316 Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/ You can also follow me on: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsanderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSanderson Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSanderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=en Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandon Frequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson Chapters (0:00) - Opening The Class (1:34) - Iconic Characters (6:39) - Character Motivation (13:11) - Motivation Questions (50:24) - Character Personality (59:57) - Personality Questions Fri, 28 Feb 2025 17:56:10 +0000 Brandon Sanderson Customizing your Character: Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #6 (2025) 1:15:33 no 11 G-6z7JqvDoE https://youtube.com/watch?v=G-6z7JqvDoE Brandon Sanderson returns for the 2025 Writing Lecture with his first deep dive into Character and the sliding scales of Proactivity, Relatability, and Capability. Review the lecture notes here: https://www.brandonsanderson.com/blogs/blog/creating-proactive-relatable-and-capable-characters-brandon-sandersons-writing-lecture-5-2025 Audio version available wherever podcasts can be found! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2447316 Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? 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He goes over some of the question you have asked from all over the internet including how to writing specific plot arcs, what plot structures are needed for specific stories, and many others! Audio version available wherever podcasts can be found! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2447316 Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/ You can also follow me on: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsanderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSanderson Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSanderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=en Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandon Frequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson Chapters (0:00) - Welcome to Online Q&A 1! (0:51) - Writing a Betrayal Arc? (3:42) - Promising a Bitter Sweet Ending (6:24) - Layering Conflict (11:43) - Written Word Vs Screenplays (15:28) - Writing for Video Games (20:40) - Why Does Dune Work? (27:31) - Combining Original Plot Structures (31:54) - Scale of Plot Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:41:56 +0000 Brandon Sanderson Frequently Asked Questions on Writing Plot - Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #4.5 (2025) 37:03 no 13 SyuJI8xU0gc https://youtube.com/watch?v=SyuJI8xU0gc Welcome back to class! We've arrived at the second part of Brandon's plot theory lectures. In this lecture, we're taking a deep dive into different story structures and how you can use principles from any or all of them to create a framework for your story. From the Hero's Journey to Three Act Structure to Story Circle, you'll get an overview of each famous structure. Let's get started! Review the lecture notes here: https://bit.ly/3WGotxF Audio version available wherever podcasts can be found! Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/ You can also follow me on: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsanderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSanderson Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSanderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=en Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandon Frequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson Chapters (0:00) - Opening Class (02:35) - A Reminder on Plot (6:18) - The Story Circle (14:01) - The Hero's Journey (30:23) - Yes, But, No, And (36:00) - Try/Fail Cycle (54:34) - 3 Act Story (1:12:36) - Structure Model Fri, 31 Jan 2025 20:02:29 +0000 Brandon Sanderson Story Structures - Plot Theory: Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #3 (2025) 1:16:36 no 14 MEUh_y1IFZY https://youtube.com/watch?v=MEUh_y1IFZY Brandon Sanderson's iconic writing course is back for a new 2025 edition. Come one, come all, class is in session for aspiring fantasy and science fiction writers! Review your lecture notes here: https://bit.ly/40lvu7V Audio version available wherever podcasts can be found! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2447316 Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/ You can also follow me on: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbrandonsanderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandSanderson Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandSanderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandsanderson/?hl=en Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mistbornbrandon Frequently asked questions: https://faq.brandonsanderson Chapters (0:00) - Intro (6:20) - The Philosophy of the Class (12:08) - Being a Pro vs Non-Pro (17:22) - Making a Living as a Novelist (30:10) - Philosophy on Artistic Expression (37:38) - Survivorship Bias (49:25) - Writing in the Same World (1:00:07) - Writing Groups Fri, 24 Jan 2025 18:25:40 +0000 Brandon Sanderson The Philosophy of Professional Writing: Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #1 (2025) 1:08:48 no 15 ihd76ijy9LU https://youtube.com/watch?v=ihd76ijy9LU Welcome back to class! This week, Brandon lectures on his plot theory, which involves both a capital P plot and a little p plot, along with how to not only keep your readers engaged but fulfill the original promises you made to them, creating lasting impressions. Learn how to use the promise, progress, and payoff method to craft your story! Until next week. Review your lecture notes here: https://www.brandonsanderson.com/blogs/blog/brandon-sandersons-2025-guide-to-plot-lecture-2 Audio version available wherever podcasts can be found! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2447316 Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? 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