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WCRI Flash Brief
Jamais Jochim
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A reposting of the Alexa Flash Brief, this offers some quick tips for writers and marketers. Check out the full podcast, available on iTunes, Spotify, and other podcast sites.
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18-05-2021
The Advantages of a Paying Job
There's no reason to quit your day job...at least, not until things take off.
18-05-2021
The Advantages of a Paying Job
There's no reason to quit your day job...at least, not until things take off.
17-05-2021
But Will It Sell?
When you are looking at potential merch for your comic, make sure that you ask yourself if it will sell. Please Support the Channel:
16-05-2021
The Outside is Your Friend
Sometimes you need to go outside. The sun is your friend.
15-05-2021
Making The Advertising Budget Fit Your Needs
When deciding on the advertising budget, make sure that you are using it to advertise as efficiently as possible.
14-05-2021
The Flow is the Thing
The flow of the story is the most important thing.
13-05-2021
Depths to Avoid
There's a temptation to get a little crazy about exploring characters in your writing; don't go deeper than you need.
12-05-2021
Sometimes You Need to Apologize
Sometimes you need to apologize. Don't let your ego get in the way.
12-05-2020
Does Anyone Really Know What Lit Is?
Don't worry about if your story is going to be considered "literature"; no one really knows what it is, and it's usually not what you want to be.
12-05-2020
Not Everything Is About Politics
While you shouldn't be afraid to discuss politics in your writing, don't go overboard: Too much political talk can ruin the story, making it little more than a mere screed.
12-05-2020
Research Tangents
When you research don't be afraid to explore all of the weird tangents that come up. They can only help your story.
12-05-2020
Always Be Marketing
Your project can't survive if no one hears about it. Do what you can to make sure everyone hears about it!
12-05-2020
Apply Critical Thinking
When you start doing research, keep in mind that you should question every source that you come across.
12-05-2020
Let The Politics Fly!
Any expression of a person's creativity will express things important to that person; as such feel free to talk about politics if it's what you want to talk about.
12-05-2020
Don't Worry About Copying
Too many writers worry about working in original territory when they should just worry about writing a good story.
27-04-2020
Adding A Little Flourish
A little extra detail can help create an identifiable character. Add those peacock feathers, red caps, and...dare I say it? Twirl those mustaches!
27-04-2020
What Did Your Character Have For Lunch?
Anyone can do all of the bio stuff; it takes a real world-builder to know what the foods of the world are.
27-04-2020
Question Medical Advice
It's your life. Do you really want to deal with medical advice that may cost you that?
27-04-2020
Videogame Therapy
Passion is fine; anger is not. Video games can be an excellent therapeutic tool to deal with your anger.
27-04-2020
Establish Your Routine
Rituals and routines keep you regular. Establishing them as quickly as possible is always a good idea.
27-04-2020
Google Yourself
You need to protect your rights and reputation. The first step is to use a search engine to see what's going on in that regard.