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Do you want to connect with readers on a deeper level?Do you want your books to stand out in a sea of content by being authentic and personal in your writing whatever the genre? Are you interested in creative self-development?If yes, Writing the Shadow is for you. This is a book of my heart and it contains many personal stories - but this book is really about helping you reach readers with your words - and move to the next level in your writing.Because we all long to write boldly, without filters or fear.To spin stories that capture the messy beauty of what it means to be human. Tales that lay bare the truth of living - darkness and all.But something holds us back.Whispers of "Who do you think you are?" and "You don't have permission to write that." Our own self-censorship and the judgment of others keep us from writing freely - and sometimes, from living fully.But all great art taps into darkness, and your most compelling work emerges when you embrace your full humanity-both light and Shadow.In Writing the Shadow, I'll guide you on an intimate journey to explore the darkness and discover the gold lying hidden in its depths. Gold that may be the source of your best creative work in the years ahead.The Shadow is calling. It's time to turn your inner darkness into words.What's in the book? Part 1 goes into the various ways you can tap into your Shadow. Since it lies in the unconscious, you cannot approach it directly. You need tools to help reveal it in different ways. You will find ideas here - ranging from personality assessments and identifying Shadow personas to mining your own writing and exploring your true curiosity - as well as ways to protect yourself so you don't get lost in the dark.Part 2 explores how the Shadow manifests in various aspects of our lives. I discuss the creative wound and how it may still be holding you back in your writing life, as well as aspects of traditional and self-publishing, then expand into work and money, family and relationships, religion and culture, the physical body and aging, death and dying.Part 3 explores ways that you can find the gold in your Shadow, and turn your inner darkness into words through self-acceptance, letting go of self-censorship, deepening character and theme in your work, and opening the doors to new parts of yourself.While the book is designed to be read in order, you can also skip directly to the sections that resonate the most.There are Resources and Questions at the end of every chapter that will help you reflect along the way. You can answer them in your own journal or use the Companion Workbook if you prefer to write in a more structured way.The Shadow is calling. It's time to turn your inner darkness into words.

Do you enjoy travel memoirs with a combination of personal reflection and practical tips? Are you interested in solo walking, or are you considering walking the Camino de Santiago or other multi-day walks?Are you a seeker? Or did you enjoy the movie, The Way?If yes, Pilgrimage is for you.In mid-2020, I was not okay - and I didn't know how to find my way out of that darkness. But I could put one foot in front of the other until I figured it out. So, after tackling my fears of what might happen, I walked the Pilgrims' Way from Southwark Cathedral in London to Canterbury Cathedral in Kent, England.The following year, in October 2021, as I recovered from COVID-19, I walked the St Cuthbert's Way from Melrose in Scotland to Lindisfarne, Holy Island, on the north-east coast of England.In September 2022, I walked the Camino de Santiago along the coastal route from Porto, Portugal to Santiago de Compostela, Spain. A life goal I have had for over twenty years.Together, these three solo pilgrimages helped me through a dark time and changed how I see the way ahead, and I want to share these lessons with you.In this book, I share my lessons learned and insights from walking these ancient ways, as well as historical, religious and cultural aspects, and plenty of tips. There are also questions for you to consider around your own journey.Part 1 goes into practical and spiritual preparation before pilgrimage, including how to make decisions about the route and whether to walk solo, as well as what to take with you, and how to face the fears that might hold you back.Part 2 covers the journey itself with the practicalities of the pilgrim's day, as well as how walking the path of history and facing the challenge of the way can give you much-needed perspective on life - and perhaps even a glimpse of the divine.Part 3 addresses the arrival at your destination, and how to leave room for the gifts of pilgrimage to emerge after your return home, as well as how my three walks impacted my experience of mid-life.At the end, you'll find appendices with practical tips for each of the three ways, as well as a gear list and bibliography for further reading.Whether you feel a call to pilgrimage or a need for change in your life, Pilgrimage might be the perfect guide to help you embark on a journey of self-discovery, and discover the transformative power of walking solo.NOTE: This is the Large Print edition

Do you enjoy travel memoirs with a combination of personal reflection and practical tips? Are you interested in solo walking, or are you considering walking the Camino de Santiago or other multi-day walks?Are you a seeker? Or did you enjoy the movie, The Way?If yes, Pilgrimage is for you.In mid-2020, I was not okay - and I didn't know how to find my way out of that darkness. But I could put one foot in front of the other until I figured it out. So, after tackling my fears of what might happen, I walked the Pilgrims' Way from Southwark Cathedral in London to Canterbury Cathedral in Kent, England.The following year, in October 2021, as I recovered from COVID-19, I walked the St Cuthbert's Way from Melrose in Scotland to Lindisfarne, Holy Island, on the north-east coast of England.In September 2022, I walked the Camino de Santiago along the coastal route from Porto, Portugal to Santiago de Compostela, Spain. A life goal I have had for over twenty years.Together, these three solo pilgrimages helped me through a dark time and changed how I see the way ahead, and I want to share these lessons with you.In this book, I share my lessons learned and insights from walking these ancient ways, as well as historical, religious and cultural aspects, and plenty of tips. There are also questions for you to consider around your own journey.Part 1 goes into practical and spiritual preparation before pilgrimage, including how to make decisions about the route and whether to walk solo, as well as what to take with you, and how to face the fears that might hold you back.Part 2 covers the journey itself with the practicalities of the pilgrim's day, as well as how walking the path of history and facing the challenge of the way can give you much-needed perspective on life - and perhaps even a glimpse of the divine.Part 3 addresses the arrival at your destination, and how to leave room for the gifts of pilgrimage to emerge after your return home, as well as how my three walks impacted my experience of mid-life.At the end, you'll find appendices with practical tips for each of the three ways, as well as a gear list and bibliography for further reading.Whether you feel a call to pilgrimage or a need for change in your life, Pilgrimage might be the perfect guide to help you embark on a journey of self-discovery, and discover the transformative power of walking solo.

Do you want to be a more relaxed author? This book is a collection of tips on how to be a more relaxed author - and return to the love that brought you to writing in the first place.

An ancient manuscript that leads to the Garden of Eden. A seed that can restore the world to nature... but only by destroying humanity in its wake.

Do you want to create, publish and market your audiobooks?Are you ready to use podcasting to grow your author brand and reach more readers with your books?Audiobooks are the fastest-growing segment in publishing with double-digit growth in markets across the world. Podcasting has gone mainstream with listeners consuming audio on mobile phones and in-car devices, as well as through smart speakers. Advancements in voice technology continue to expand possibilities for audio creation and marketing.With such rapid growth in opportunity, how can you position your books in an increasingly voice-first world?I've been podcasting for over a decade as well as narrating and producing my own audiobooks since 2014. I'm an avid consumer of audio content and I'm also experimenting with AI voice technologies. In this book, I'll share everything I know so you can position your books and your author brand for the next shift in reader behavior.You will discover: Introduction Why audio and why now? The audio first ecosystem The audio mindsetPART 1: Audiobooks Types of audiobooks Writing, adapting and editing your work for audio Intellectual property considerations for audiobooks Your options for audiobook publishing and licensing How to find and work with a professional narrator Reasons to narrate your own audiobook Audiobook narration tips Recording studio options Audiobook recording, editing, and production How to self-publish an audiobook How long does an audiobook take to produce? How do audiobook readers discover audiobooks? How to market audiobooks The money side of audiobooksPART 2: Podcasting Why podcasting is important for authors The difference between audiobooks and podcasting Types of podcasts How to research and pitch podcasters How to be a great podcast guest Should you start your own podcast? Podcast prerequisites Intellectual property considerations for podcasting Podcasting equipment and software Podcast structure How to be a great podcast host Podcast distribution Show notes and transcripts Collaboration and freelancers Podcast workflow and tools How to launch a podcast How to market a podcast Repurpose your content The money side of podcasting PART 3: Voice Technologies Overview of voice technologies Speech to text: dictation Text to speech Voice assistants, smart speakers and devices Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the future of voice If you want to position your books and your author brand for audio growth, buy a copy now.

Do you want to write more but feel frustrated at your lack of time? ¿Are you doing 'busy' work instead of moving toward your creative goals? ¿Is your To-Do list overwhelming?It's time to stop, reassess and take control. This Workbook will help you discover the path to becoming a productive writer.[Note: This is the Workbook edition that accompanies the main text.]Work through exercises that will help you to: Identify what's really stopping you from reaching your goals Say no and set boundaries for others - and for yourself Find more time to write Make the most of your writing time Dictate your words for a more efficient and healthy writing life Use outsourcing to buy yourself more creative time Work with co-writers to produce more books Use tools for specific aspects of productivity Focus on physical and mental health to boost your productive time

Do you want to write more but feel frustrated at your lack of time? ¿Are you doing 'busy' work instead of moving toward your creative goals? ¿Is your To-Do list overwhelming?It's time to stop, reassess and take control. This book will help you discover the path to becoming a productive writer.Learn how to: Identify what's really stopping you from reaching your goals Say no and set boundaries for others - and for yourself Find more time to write Make the most of your writing time Dictate your words for a more efficient and healthy writing life Use outsourcing to buy yourself more creative time Work with co-writers to produce more books Use tools for specific aspects of productivity Focus on physical and mental health to boost your productive timeI've been writing and publishing for over a decade and in this Large Print book, I'll share my lessons learned in order to help you become more productive and, hopefully, save you time, money and heartache along the way.

Do you want to write more but feel frustrated at your lack of time? Are you doing 'busy' work instead of moving toward your creative goals? Is your To-Do list overwhelming?It's time to stop, reassess and take control. This book will help you discover the path to becoming a productive writer.Learn how to:- Identify what's really stopping you from reaching your goals- Say no and set boundaries for others - and for yourself- Find more time to write- Make the most of your writing time- Dictate your words for a more efficient and healthy writing life- Use outsourcing to buy yourself more creative time- Work with co-writers to produce more books- Use tools for specific aspects of productivity- Focus on physical and mental health to boost your productive timeI've been writing and publishing for over a decade and in this book, I'll share my lessons learned in order to help you become more productive and, hopefully, save you time, money and heartache along the way.If you want to become a more productive writer, download a sample or buy now.

Are you an author or creative preparing for success?Do you want to learn to speak effectively in front of an audience?All successful creatives have to speak and present in public, whether that's at a festival, on a podcast or radio show, or as part of earning multiple streams of income. But you don't have to be like Tony Robbins, bouncing around on stage with a booming voice and larger than life personality. You just have to be you and tell your story in your own way.In this book, I'll share everything I know as a professional speaker, author, and introvert. It includes the practicalities of speaking, as well as mindset issues like anxiety, plus the business side if you want to make speaking an income stream. You will discover:¿¿¿ PART 1: Practicalities of SpeakingTypes of speaking, deciding on your topic, preparation, managing your energy, tips for slide packs, handouts, workbooks and more, personal presentation, giving the talk, managing people, panels, feedback and testimonials, performance tips, improving your speaking over time ¿¿¿ PART 2: Mindset Tackling anxiety, growing your confidence and authenticity¿¿¿ PART 3: The Speaking BusinessHow to get speaking events, running your own events, marketing, generosity and networking with others, your speaker brand, website and speaker's page, professional photos, email marketing, content marketing, social media, video, audio, how much to charge, increasing your revenue streams, financial considerations.Conclusion and next steps.If you want to learn how to speak effectively in front of an audience, sample or buy now.