The Works of Unprofessional Masters…
On June 26th, writers journeyed from across North America to Wizard Academy in Austin, Texas, to attend the first ever, No One Told Me How to Write Workshop. They didn’t know it yet, but each one...
View ArticleWhere Stories of Good Companies Begin
I’m standing on so many shoulders I can’t count them. My parents. My teachers. My brother and sisters. My pastors, youth leaders, bosses, wife, God, smart people like Roy Williams and Tim Miles, and...
View ArticleThe Details are Juicy…
“Kevin screeched out of his driveway and roared down Devers Avenue. Her words still stung his ears. “Why should I tell you my feelings? You don’t care. You can’t even remember to take the garbage...
View ArticleA 5-minute Video Narrative Writing Lesson
It’s only basketball commentary. But watch this video from Henry Abbott and TruHoopTV. It’s a 5-minute writing lesson that will make you look like a master. Notice how the words and video dance over...
View ArticleBecause YOUR Self-Promotion Sucks
Why Your Self-Promotion Sucks I just consulted a musician in England. When I asked him what he did he said, “Well, uh… I guess… uh… it’s hard to explain really. I write songs… and I play gigs…”...
View ArticleWebsite Copy People Want to Read
In five seconds name the last website you loved reading. Can you think of one? If you did, I bet it was a blog, news site or some other web address containing a story. I’m pretty certain you...
View ArticleThe Process of Writing a New York Times Bestseller in One Month (Part 2 of 2)
In my last post I told you the ingredients Mark Divine needed to cook up a New York Times Bestseller. If you haven’t already, notice that none of those things have anything to do with actual...
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