If you’re a less-established author like me, it isn’t always worth the cost to hire a professional editor. I know this statement is considered blasphemy in most writers circles. It’s like advising someone not to hire a lawyer. But hear me out. If you write a standard 60,000-word book and hire a good editor, the […]
Best-selling Books Through History
Movable type printing presses were in use in both Europe and Asia by 1500. It represented one of the greatest inventions of the last millennium. Printing presses were producing millions of books every year by 1600. An interesting way to look at the big picture of books in history is to look at the […]
1,000 True Fans, Turned Upside-Down
In his article 1,000 True Fans, Kevin Kelly introduces the concept that you only need 1,000 true fans to make a living. He defines a true fan as “someone who will purchase anything and everything you produce.” When someone tells you, “I’m your biggest fan,” they are a true fan. If someone comments on your […]
How to Lose Weight Fast
Since I was a child, my weight has never been stable. I would either gain a lot of weight rapidly or lose weight fast. Since I was 18 years old, my weight has bounced around between 120 and 180 pounds. Because of this, I weigh myself every day so I can make sure it doesn’t […]
Are You an Amateur, Professional, or Both?
The Amateur Amateurs work purely out of passion. They do things because they feel like it. When they don’t feel like it, they don’t do it. Amateurs don’t get paid for doing their work. That is because customers pay for timely goods, services, and information. Customers will not buy something from an Amateur with no […]
Create a Soundtrack for Your Life
Music can change the way your brain works. Upbeat music can put you in a positive mood. Aggressive music can energize you for intense workouts. Calm, ambient music can help you sleep better. Dramatic movie soundtracks can give you inspiration. These are just some of the many ways music can enhance what you do. […]