For the first Uncaring Universe of 2017, we're joined by the brilliant Vic James, debut author of Gilded Cage, an alternate-modern British dystopia with fantasy elements. Listen in as we discuss why Wattpad helped Vic write the novel, her journey to a Pan Macmillan publishing deal, the next wave of online writing platforms, and lots of amazing discussion about the fascinating events of Vic's life that informed the themes of the novel.Follow Vic on Twitter: @DrVictoriaJamesAnd Danny: @madquills And UU @uncaringunicastDanny on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/madquillsGet the book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01E5JN2WE/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1Uncaring Universe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/uncaring-universe-podcast/id985787268?mt=2Uncaring Universe is a monthly podcast dedicated to conversations with awesome creators. Thanks for listening.