• An introduction to writing, part 2 - Season One Episode Ten
    Aug 23 2025

    This isn't a lesson on how to write. This is writing from a slightly different point of view. In the second of two parts, Bob explores where your attention needs to focus and items to consider about your writing.

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    17 mins
  • An introduction to writing - Season One Episode Nine
    Aug 15 2025

    This isn't a lesson on how to write. This is writing from a slightly different point of view. In the first of two parts, Bob explores why the most important thing you can do when it comes to your writing is easy enough... WRITE!

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    16 mins
  • Revisiting professionalism - Season One Episode Eight
    Aug 8 2025

    With responses to Season One Episode Seven arriving quickly and with interesting questions, Bob returned to the subject for a surprising episode that features why all of the definitions of professionalism are important... but one stands alone at this point in the podcast. Bob Expands on his thoughts in this episode, clarifying some of what will be covered in future episodes, while focusing in on what writers and wuthors need to be considering from the first days and efforts.

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    17 mins
  • Professionalism - Season One Episode Seven
    Jun 20 2025

    It's a word with so many possibilities... professionalism... and all of the definitions matter. In this episode, Bob approachs the subject from what is likely a very unexpected point of view.

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    20 mins
  • Dollars and sense - Season One Episode Six
    Mar 21 2025

    The realities of the numbers can be scary and depressing. In this episode, Bob wanders into potential positive thoughts to be found by looking at things from a slightly off-balance perspective.

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    15 mins
  • Dollars and nonsense - Season One Episode Five
    Nov 29 2024

    Take a deep breath, find a calm and peaceful place to sit down, and get ready for the realities of the numbers as Bob discusses the averages for traditional and self-publishing book sales.

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    22 mins
  • The traditional publishing and self-publishing landscape - Season One Episode Four
    Nov 20 2024

    Bob presents the basic truths and realities of traditional publishing and self-publishing, including two unusual stories about writers that created unique solutions for personal challenges.

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    30 mins
  • Setting the stage - Season One Episode Three
    Nov 1 2024

    Bob breaks down the three areas that will create season one's episodes and passes along contact details.

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    14 mins