The Emotional Side of Writing

The Emotional Side of Writing

The Emotional Side of Writing Writing is often described as a craft of words, but beneath the surface, it is an intensely emotional journey.  The emotional side of writing shapes every stage of a writer’s path, from the vulnerability of sharing a first draft to the resilience required to face rejection and criticism.  For many, … Read more

Getting Things Done

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

A.I. In Story Writing

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A.I. In Story Writing In this insightful video, you’ll discover the power of A.I. in story writing and how to harness it effectively. We share our experience using AI as a research tool for crafting a Neolithic-era story, emphasizing the importance of asking the right questions and using AI to enhance, not as a replacement … 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

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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

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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

How Deadpool Can Fix The MCU

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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