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Rick London on The Dancing Wolfeman, Creativity, and the Power of Perseverance
Bubba Startz chats with Rick London about his creative journey, exploring the role of music in his art and the process of writing, publishing, and marketing his book. Rick shares insights on podcast ideas, his unique take on monsters, and the metaphor behind his werewolf story. They discuss the benefits of not being classically trained, balancing project completion with perfection, and considering the reader's perspective. Rick unveils future plans for The Dancing Wolfeman series and building a fan base. The episode wraps up with thoughts on patience, perseverance, Boomz TV's marketing role, and where to purchase the book.
Key Points
- Rick London was inspired to write "The Dancing Wolfman" from a vivid memory of a foggy drive home from a friend's house after the Super Bowl in 1998, imagining it as a perfect setting for a werewolf ambush.
- The protagonist of Rick's book, Titus Wolf, is a morally grounded werewolf who defies the typical killer archetype, instead becoming a savior through the transformative power of music.
- Rick emphasizes the importance of patience, persistence, and community in the process of writing, marketing, and building a universe around his book, viewing it as a long-term collaborative project.
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