Getting Things Done

Getting Things Done one of my favorite books

Getting Things Done: Getting Things Done stands out as one of my favorite books. It has clarified and significantly improved my life. The more I adhere to its principles, the better my circumstances become. In this insightful video, you will uncover the transformative power of the “Getting Things Done” (GTD) methodology, which David Allen originally … Read more

The Amazon Sales Algorithm

A flexing computer The Amazon Sales Algorithm

The Amazon Sales Algorithm: In this insightful video, you’ll dive deep into the mysterious world of Amazon’s sales algorithm. Discover how this powerful “black box” system operates and learn strategies to leverage it for your success as an author or seller. You’ll explore the algorithm’s dual nature: customer-facing recommendations and sales ranking mechanics. Uncover the … Read more

Seasonal Stories

An ogre crying giant tears on a tiny keyboard, struggling with Seasonal Stories

Seasonal Stories Unlock the power of seasonal storytelling and boost your content strategy! In this eye-opening video, you’ll discover how to leverage holidays and special occasions to create compelling stories that captivate your audience. #SeasonalContent #WritingTips With Seasonal Stories, You’ll Learn: How to plan and execute seasonal stories that can spike your engagement and attract … Read more

Categorizing Email Lists

Categorizing Email Lists using a cave drawing style with finger paintings

Categorizing Email Lists: Categorizing email lists is important to our foundation because it will help us have the right conversations with the right fans.  In this video, you’ll learn about the crucial importance of categorizing your email list as an independent author. First, we share personal insights on overcoming procrastination and using AI tools to … Read more

Publishing Your Work

Publishing Your Work: An Oil Painting Picture of Shakespeare Flexing

Publishing Your Work: In this video, “Publishing Your Work,” you’ll discover why publishing is the crucial 1% activity that produces over 90% of results in your writing career. I share my insights on the importance of shifting focus from building infrastructure to actually publishing content. Publishing Your Work – Key Takeaways: The Publishing Process: Publishing … Read more

Author Email List

Author's Email List As A Watercolor

Author’s Email List: In this video, you’ll learn the crucial importance of building an author email list and how it can make or break your book’s success on Amazon. The harsh lesson shared is a personal story from 2010-2011 when we had two bestselling science fiction books. However, when Amazon’s October advertising blitz hit, those … Read more

Putting Our Stories Together – Story Crafting

Putting Our Stories Together - Story Crafting

Putting Our Stories Together – Story Crafting In this insightful Story Crafting video, you’ll discover a powerful method for crafting compelling stories that keep readers engaged from start to finish. The speaker shares their personal approach to storytelling, emphasizing the importance of knowing your destination before embarking on the journey.  You’ll learn how to structure … Read more

Content Replication – Unselfish Publication

content replication

Content Replication – Unselfish Publication This quick video about ‘Content Replication’ discusses the importance of distribution across various formats to reach a wider audience. We need to emphasize that not everyone consumes content in the same way, so creators should adapt their material to different mediums. Updated Nov 2025, because this is important… Key Points: … Read more

Producing Fiction That Sells

Actually Finishing

Producing Fiction That Sells “Producing Fiction That Sells” explores the essential strategies for creating and marketing fiction that resonates with readers. Summary: In this insightful video, we share thoughts on the challenges and strategies involved in producing fiction that not only gets written but also sells. Drawing inspiration from a young author’s success, we discuss … Read more

Orc Name Generator

Orc Warlord - AI Image

Orc Name Generator: For fun and story ease, I decided that I wanted to make this “Orc Name Generator”! This is my first attempt at coding, so please try it out! How The Generator Works: Hop on the page… Get ten names… Want More Names? Refresh the page = ten more names! Orc Name Entomology! … Read more

How Deadpool Can Fix The MCU

Deadpool vs Thanos Issue Cover

Deadpool Can Fix The MCU: I believe that Deadpool can fix the MCU. Deadpool 3 is in the process of being cut off at the knees.  So, the saving bit looks like it won’t happen.  At least, I won’t be holding my breath, and might even commit the sin of ‘WAITING’ to see Deadpool 3. … Read more

Types of Zombies

Shaun of the Dead - One Thumb Up (because the other is holding the phone)

Types of Zombies! For this Sunday’s fun post let’s hit the Types of Zombies and the various types of fictional Zombie Apocalypse! Zombies have shuffled their way into our hearts (or should we say brains?) as iconic figures of horror and pop culture.  They are both terrifying and gleefully destroyed mass-market cannon fodder!  (Er-hum, jump … Read more

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