Alchemized: The future of Pop Lit?

We continue our discussion about the publishing journey of what Manacled turned into: Alchemized. One of the hottest book releases of the year, the film rights were quickly bought, further legitimizing converted fanfiction and the audiences insatiable appetite for it. We also discuss wether it stands on its own without references to HP, if the tone and setting are given enough substance, and the double edged sword for writing for an audience.