Websites, Social Media, Email, and Other Marketing Tools of Self-Publishing
Writing is only the first step of the creative process for self-publishing. Photo by Mailchimp on Unsplash When I first started writing – as a 9-year-old – and completed my…
Taking a Risk and Expanding the Reach of My Work
A worthwhile risk is always worth taking, in my opinion. Photo by Mediocre Studio on Unsplash I’ve been writing since I was 9 years old. Over the years, I made…
The Business of Writing Only Begins with Writing
In the business of writing, writing - in many respects - is surprisingly the easiest part. Photo by Paul White on Unsplash As a child, I discovered that writing fiction…
10 Challenges Artists, Writers, and Other Creatives Know All Too Well
Most creatives I’m familiar with know these challenges all too well. Photo by Frankie Cordoba on Unsplash Are you Neil Gaiman, Beyoncé, Banksy, Alex Guarnaschelli, or any other recognizable creative…
How Can What I Do Help You With Whatever You Do?
What I do might be unique – but that doesn’t mean it can’t be helpful to/for you. Photo by jose aljovin on Unsplash I love to help people. This manifests…
Even as a Creative – I am Not My Job
There is more to me than being a creative. Sometimes I need to remind myself. Some of the work I've done (shelved poorly). I love being a writer. This is…
Deconstructing a Metaphor: Different Boats – Same Storm
Artists tend to ride the same storm in different boats – but the metaphor has merit. Photo by Jean-Pierre Brungs on Unsplash Artist is a broad term. It covers a…
The World Deserves Your Voice
You are not just here to survive – but to thrive. Thus, your voice should be heard. For creatives, this presents unique challenges. Photo by Helena Lopes on Unsplash Artists…
Never Let Fear Stop You
Fear will lie to you a lot. But don’t let it stop your work. Photo by Zohre Nemati on Unsplash Over the last year or so, I’ve joined several groups…
Self-Publishing: It’s Not Just Writing
When it comes to being a brand, it’s not just writing that creates the whole package. Photo by Campaign Creators on Unsplash In case I haven’t made this abundantly clear…