The Creative Penn

JULY 3, 2023

Four years ago, in July 2019, I put out a podcast episode that went through the 9 disruptions I saw coming for authors and publishing in the next decade. I mentioned ‘centaur publishing,' and suggest you check out AI Writing for Authors to find thousands of authors already experimenting with new ways of co-creating with AI.

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Publishing Trends

MARCH 22, 2023

At last count, more than seventy-five thousand titles have been published, a number that will dramatically increase as AI narration brings cost and production time down. Whether that’s a podcast that is edited for an audiobook audience, or written specifically as an audiobook, it’s a different beast from a text-first project.

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Make a Living Writing

AUGUST 28, 2023

Self-Publishing School Podcast ? About the Podcast: The “SPS Podcast” is a treasure trove of insights and expertise in the realm of business growth, book writing, and publishing, not to mention marketing. Check out the Self-Publishing School Podcast 2. We hope these suggestions get you started!

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Make a Living Writing

APRIL 15, 2024

Editing and proofreading Editing and proofreading are indispensable services for authors, publishers, businesses, and academics. Tips for Success : Familiarize yourself with industry-specific terminology, cultivate strong research skills, and demonstrate your ability to simplify complex concepts through your writing samples.

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Freelance Writing Jobs

JULY 7, 2023

It will give you a chance to flex your creative writing muscle in a way you don’t normally get to when you are doing work for other people. Shooter Flash: Monthly Shooter Flash spotlights bitesize brilliance with one winning story each month, which we publish online (plus in an annual anthology) and trumpet on social media.

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Smart Blogger

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

No wonder this promise of creative and personal freedom attracts so many people. Get Paid to Write Articles for Blogs, Magazines, and Journals Despite talk of global “content fatigue,” major publications — both on and offline — must keep publishing content or die. And what about the world of print?

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Freelance Writing Jobs

JULY 7, 2023

It will give you a chance to flex your creative writing muscle in a way you don’t normally get to when you are doing work for other people. Shooter Flash: Monthly Shooter Flash spotlights bitesize brilliance with one winning story each month, which we publish online (plus in an annual anthology) and trumpet on social media.

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Jane Friedman

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

After the first few maddening weeks, I tried embracing Richard Ford’s concept of “refilling the well.” Like many creative writing programs, mine had focused on contemporary work, so for this challenge I went back to the beginning of the English novel and read through the major writers until I was prepared to start writing again.

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The Creative Penn

MAY 5, 2023

How can we use AI tools in our creative and business processes while still keeping our humanity at the core of our books? In this article, I’ll outline the concept of the AI-Assisted Artisan Author , which is how I intend to surf the wave of change ahead, rather than drown in the deluge. What is the AI-Assisted Artisan Author?

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Jane Friedman

DECEMBER 15, 2022

In 2020, when I was heading the project to update the rates chart for the Editorial Freelancers Association (EFA), I asked our group of volunteers to update and define several editorial skills. In the speech, Nordstrom pointed out that creative spirits can be harmed by careless, thoughtless comments.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

How can we shift our mindset to thinking about a long-term creative career? This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life , which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in global markets through the Kobo eco-system. Dorie: Well, one of the concepts that I actually talked about in my latest book, The Long Game , is 20% time.

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Smart Blogger

JULY 27, 2023

Media houses and publishers require them to produce informative and engaging pieces. Being able to manage your time effectively, juggle multiple projects, and meet deadlines is essential. Requirements : A strong grasp of language, understanding of consumer psychology, and creative thinking.

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Make a Living Writing

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

” Published in 1977 in her award-winning poetry book , The Hocus-Pocus of the Universe, this poem invites readers to delve into the profound depths of its verses, grappling with themes of identity, acceptance, animal-rights concerns, and the inevitability of change. One such famous piece is Laura Gilpin’s “Two-Headed Calf.”

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ContentWriters

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

They seemed poised to revolutionize the business landscape, especially in the creative, marketing, and tech industries. Copyright Protection Generative AI is essentially a very advanced auto-complete tool that uses information already published on the web as its source. Would it sideline traditional methods of content generation?

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iWriter

JUNE 20, 2023

Additionally, the AI-powered content market is projected to reach over $250 billion by 2022, driving transformative advancements in content creation and distribution. They employ their creativity and industry knowledge to produce articles that stand out and resonate with the target audience. What is an Article Writer?

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Neil Patel

DECEMBER 5, 2022

In the blogosphere, 70 million posts are published monthly on WordPress alone. I developed a creative inspiration formula. I call it the creativity killer. I call it this because it puts you in a creative slump. Stress can also block your creative flow. You want to write but don’t know what to write.

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Smart Blogger

JANUARY 20, 2023

Bureau of Labor Statistics , digital marketing jobs are projected to grow 10 percent from 2021 to 2031. Additionally, 35,000 openings are projected each year on average, over the decade. This person will also oversee site metrics , interact with readers, and be responsible for creative design. Project measures: deliverables.

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Smart Blogger

MAY 24, 2023

A buzzword is a popular word or phrase that people use to describe a concept, idea, or trend that is in vogue. A simpler way to express this would be “let’s get creative and think of something new.” Such as: Let’s zoom at 2 pm to discuss the project. Let’s get stuck in. What Is a Buzzword?

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Content Marketing Institute

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

Publishing every day – or even a few times a week – is time-consuming. HANDPICKED RELATED CONTENT: You Are Publishing Too Much (and Failing). Value creativity and craft in content output. Worse yet, 32% of those in the young/first steps strongly disagree that their organization values creativity. Click To Tweet.

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The Creative Penn

MAY 8, 2023

How can we make choices for our own creative business while respecting the decisions of others? Michael Anderle (LMBPN), Joanna Penn (The Creative Penn), and Dan Wood (DRaft2Digital) at London Book Fair, April 2023 Dan Wood is the COO of Draft2Digital , which helps authors self-publish alongside excellent support. Both: Hello.

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The Creative Penn

MARCH 18, 2024

In the intro, will TikTok be banned in the USA, and how will this impact authors and publishing? Today's show is sponsored by Draft2Digital , self-publishing with support, where you can get free formatting, free distribution to multiple stores, and a host of other benefits. When did you start self-publishing? So that was fun.

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Content Marketing Institute

JUNE 8, 2018

When Facebook announced the latest changes to its news feed in January, its intention was clear: to reduce further the amount of content users see from brands and publishers, particularly what it deems low-quality “engagement bait.”. While Vans funded the project, the filmmakers retained creative license. Be creative.

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Neil Patel

JANUARY 20, 2021

There are two major reasons Facebook organic reach continues to drop: More content: More content is being published than there is news feed space for it to be shown. There are other detailed data points that come into play: How recently the post was published. How frequently the publisher posts content. Let me explain.

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Content Marketing Institute

AUGUST 27, 2018

Before you begin the creative, ask yourself (or the agency if you’re working with a partner like we did with TopRank Marketing): What are our goals for this influencer content? Look at similar projects they’ve done. The influencer e-book project was managed with several calendars and charts. Do the preliminary work. Exclusivity.

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ProBlogger

AUGUST 30, 2023

This issue is so prevalent, we actually published an eBook on the topic – BlogWise: How to Do More with Less (featuring 9 busy but productive bloggers such as Leo Babauta, Gretchen Rubin, Brian Clark, Heather Armstrong and more). I’d never done something like that before and I felt overwhelmed by it.

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The Creative Penn

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

How can you create a high-quality photo book and publish it on Kickstarter? Jeremy Bassetti talks about his photo book project, Hill of the Skull. His latest project is The Hill of the Skull: A Photobook Memoir , launching on Kickstarter. His latest project is The Hill of the Skull: A Photobook Memoir , launching on Kickstarter.

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Content Marketing Institute

MAY 21, 2018

Writers for an analytics company, for example, will struggle if they aren’t familiar with concepts like regression analysis. I’ve never regretted waiting until the next day to publish,” says Caroline Vella, freelance content writer and editor. “I It’s one thing to be creative and ideate, it’s another to call the shots.

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ProBlogger

NOVEMBER 26, 2010

Ali’s recent post discouraged us from forcing creativity. As a professional writer, I’ve had plenty of time to consider the inspiration vs. obligation (or creativity vs. productivity) question, and I think the best answer revolves around self-awareness. Long-term creativity. Well, which is it? Starting out.

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Neil Patel

OCTOBER 27, 2020

If you’re a particularly creative person, you can try your hand at coming up with a great domain name by yourself, off the top of your head. This was much easier years ago, when fewer good domain names were taken, but it’s still possible if you get creative. It’s the same concept. Option #1 – Brute Force Method.

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Words Matter by Wix

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

The books listed below cover different aspects of writing, from creativity and inspiration, to advice from the experts, to , grammar and style : Writing Down the Bones , by Natalie Goldberg. Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative , by Austin Kleon. Creativity and inspiration. by June Casagrande.

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Content Marketing Institute

JANUARY 29, 2019

Creatively labeled “Canterbury Tales,” Veissman told the story of a garden community called Canterbury Apartments, where a six-person team was responsible for 480 units across 16 buildings. On the one hand, experts may be too deep in the field to be adept at simplifying complex concepts. But what if you raised the stakes?

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Content Marketing Institute

DECEMBER 27, 2018

Curiosity Factor: The Psychological Phenomenon Creative Content Marketers Employ to Earn and Own Attention in a Noisy World. While this concept can be used for all types of content, he focused on video. Before you get started, as Denise points out, you need to have a strategy behind your video project. Click To Tweet.

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Men With Pens

JUNE 3, 2012

My blog posts, articles, and writing projects have all benefited from my fiction writing experience – that means I’m better at communicating with people and clients who bring me income. When I started writing, I had a pretty good concept of the David Allen Getting Things Done approach to task management.

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Credible Content

MAY 30, 2023

Creativity: Having the ability to think outside the box, generate fresh ideas, and bring originality to the content. Follow the appropriate citation style (such as APA or MLA) and give credit to the original authors or publishers. Instead, distill complex concepts into easily understandable and relatable insights.

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ProBlogger

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

The business of blogging is evolving at a rapid pace and I’ve been lucky enough to wear both “hats”, that of the creator and that of the brand on the other side, fearfully giving up creative control of their identity to a blogger. Playing these dual roles has taught me four key lessons that I now apply to my blog and my job.

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ProBlogger

JULY 27, 2016

Once upon a time I decided to write and publish a book. I had no contacts in publishing. One published in the UK and Australia. Another published in the US and a third published in The Netherlands. Another published in the US and a third published in The Netherlands. I wasn’t a writer. It’s optimism.

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The Creative Penn

OCTOBER 12, 2023

You can find Rachael's books, courses, podcast, and more resources for writers at rachaelherron.com Rachael has been on The Creative Penn Podcast several times — listen to her interviews on Your Publishing Options , and Fast Draft Your Memoir. And I know you have some projects that are also a bit about that. I'm Rachael Herron.

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