How can you put the word "Slut" in a book title?
If you think of social media as a library.
Thousands of books become thousands of images, texts, and movies...
What happens to most images, texts, and movies?
Nothing..
Like most books in a library.
The books stand there
When I stopped my drug abuse, I wrote.
The first time I wrote...
The words flowed from me as if I had cut my artery.
But it wasn't "just" the words.
It was what my heart had carried and my face had concealed.
It was my own choices, which had harmed others and myself.
I tried to move, but it was as if I had grown roots.
I had seen her twice at the office, both times cursing myself for not approaching her.
Sure, I had said hi, but I do that to many people, and I was only at the office once a week.
She walked past me now, and we greeted, then
The experienced ones who are locked up, write," he said and looked at me.
I hadn't seen him for several years...
Because he had been locked up in jail, and I had kept myself far away from there.
"From there" was the chaos and the destruction.
The man was a few years younger,
@zachpogrob
Balance is key! Early mornings foster productivity, while late nights fuel creativity. Finding the right rhythm for your goals ensures a harmonious blend of efficiency and innovation
If You Write For Money And Freedom,
you can't write for likes, comments, reach or shares.
Because your clients are a minority.
And to find you, they need a coherent message in all the noise.
So let your words act like a beacon in the darkness.
@Tim_Denning
Absolutely! Striking a balance between past, present, and future is key to a fulfilling life. Flow states offer a harmonious blend, allowing us to navigate the present while staying grounded in our goals and experiences.
@matt_gray_
These laws capture essential principles of life and problem-solving. They emphasize the inevitability of challenges (Murphy's law), clarity in problem-solving (Kidlin's law), the importance of decision-making (Falkland law), prioritizing learning for success (Wilson's law), and
Book covers...
The Book cover "sells" the book.
It's not you or any designer who's going to buy the book...
But it's the market that will buy the book.
So ask the market.. Don't leave it to chance
Write and share your story (life) as you live it!
Hardships
Successes
Love and hate
Light and darkness
Uncomfortable truths
Write down and share it all.
Write down your problem.
Write down your goal.
Write down the path.
Write down the pain.
Write down the journey.
Write down the benefits of solving the problem.
Write down what you learned and share it with the world through stories.
"I didn't know... So I had to find out.
Over 80,000 words written, and my 13th book... DONE.
No media.
No flowers.
No champagne.
No pats on my back.
No physical book launch.
Not even a feeling of victory.
But one of relief...
A relief that I didn't have to go back again.
@StoicStrengthz
Challenging yourself daily fosters growth by pushing boundaries and expanding capabilities. It cultivates resilience, adaptability, and a mindset that thrives on continuous improvement.
My first book didn't have a single pre-order...
Over 1000 copies were pre-ordered and paid for (approximately 190,000 SEK in revenue) before the book was even released.
I had never seen a pallet of books before.
2000 copies laid out in front of me.
Over 1000 copies were
I couldn't believe my eyes..
I opened the inbox...
As I had done almost every day for a year with hope.
Hope that something would happen..
Previously, nothing had happened.
But now.. I couldn't believe my eyes..
The first online order from a stranger.
I logged out
I had hit bottom.
28 years old...
Slept in a Mazda 323.
Earned 120 SEK per hour.
No plan.
No vision.
Towards the end of my hope.
Suicidal thoughts where an echo within me.
I had thought about it thousands of times.
And I had seen myself do it hundreds of times.
Go
3.Prioritize Logic and Reason
Build your arguments and narratives on a foundation of logic and reason.
Ensure that your writing is grounded in rationality and coherence.
Every word written is a foundation for something greater.
Whether it's a house, cathedral, a book, your life's work or YOU.
The journey of creation matters.
Build something timeless, word by word, and share it with the world.
I didn't feel like an author. I felt like a fucking loser.
Nine months (which felt like years) and my first book was finally finished...
Around 30,000 words turned into 300 copies I bought with saved money.
And I envisioned myself selling 20, 30, and up to 100 books at my book
4.Create Compelling Characters
Develop characters with depth and complexity, driven by their own motivations and beliefs.
Make them relatable and engaging for your readers.
A lesson I've learned after 130 articles or 196,000 words...
I sat there staring with a look like a brain dead cow.
Empty.
Hollow.
FUCK!
I felt the frustration making me want to throw the computer out the window.
And I struggled to resist the impulse.
What....
What the
1.What Does Your Protagonist (Hero) Want?
Define the central desire or goal driving your main character forward.
This desire propels the narrative and creates stakes for the protagonist.
A suitcase and 80 books...
In the beginning, I handle the packing, shipping and writing myself.
There were about 80 orders to be shipped.
I had to make my way to a post office and send 80 orders...
80 books are a lot.
Especially if you don't have a car. (I didn't have a
You don't need to be able to spell to write a book...
Have you ever thought,
"I can't write,"
"I don't know how,"
"I am not good enough,"
"I'm not good enough at writing"?
When I started writing, I often thought that way and it hindered me.
The awareness that I wasn't
Would you pay $4000 /month to live in a shoebox?
I had searched through over 70 accommodations on (together with over 200-300 others)...
What a hope...
No one seemed to look for a "man" but everyone seemed to look for "angels".
Angels who would pay 1400-$4000 per month to
Discover Thompson's fearless and unconventional approach to writing (without reading his works):
Five ways to enhance your writing mindset inspired by Hunter S. Thompson.
You're thinking that one day...
Then you'll start writing.
Then everything will change...
Then you'll live off my writing.
Then your words will change the world.
Your words will make people understand.
You might be right or completely wrong...
Who knows? nobody..
One
5 Hidden Benefits of Your Unpolished Writing
Your unpolished writing can be your hidden advantage.
It can unlock the keys to the reader's soul, and here's how
Write even if you don't 'feel' like it.
You might create something beautiful, like a rainbow...
Or it might turn out more like Frankenstein's monster.
It doesn't matter; what matters is that you are writing and creating something.
Becuase something will ALWAYS be better than
@Tim_Denning
We build routines for a reason, but clinging to them mindlessly can limit our growth. Challenging fixed behaviors and questioning our assumptions can unlock a world of new possibilities.
"You have spelled wrong..."
I heard the words and felt how I wanted to sink through the floor (again).
Honestly, I don't know how many times I've heard it.
Every time, I've felt shame and anxiety because I "should"....
"Should" be able to spell...
And before I started
4) 🎢Pacing is Key
Balance fast-paced action with slower, introspective moments. This creates a rhythm that keeps readers on their toes, anticipating what comes next.
Want more clarity? Write.
Want to think better? Write.
Want to speak better? Write.
Want to develop yourself? Write.
Want to earn more money? Write.
Want a path to self-discovery? Write.
Want to have better relationships? Write.
Want to improve your mental health? Write.
"Wow, it was like I was there again. I've been trying to write since I was a teenager, but I can't express myself in words. Tomas makes the words come alive, and you kind of immerse yourself in the text. It feels so strange to see my story in writing. Tomas turns the words into
I have sold Viagra, Tramadol, Ecstasy, Alcohol, advertisements in various newspapers, services and other people's products.
What felt best to sell so far is my books and prodcuts.
5.Craft Strong Themes
Infuse your writing with powerful themes and philosophical insights.
Explore timeless questions about the nature of existence, morality, and individualism.
4.Directness
Everyday language can also make your communication more direct and effective.
You don't need to complicate things with complicated phrases to get your message across.
You fool!
I stepped into the room, and my eyes searched.
Desperately searched the surroundings for someone...
Someone I recognized.
They jumped from person to person.
But no one... I found no one to approach.
All the while, I heard the inside pleading and begging for me