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Funding a Film with Credit Cards
Director of the low-budget film ...Around, reveals how he took a chance to fund his own movie and the numerous obstacles he encountered during production.
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Advice for First Time Directors
An interview with independent filmmaker David Spaltro who shares what it takes to direct a feature film while still balancing his day job.
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Best & Worst Parts of Independent Filmmaking
Interview with First Time Director David Spaltro About His First Feature Film "...Around"
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...Around: An Independent Feature Film
David Spaltro's first full-length feature film "...Around" was filmed in 21 days, at 190 locations, and self-financed for $175,000 with 40 credit cards.
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Illustrators Of The Future Contest
Laura Freas has been a judge for this sci-fi & fantasy illustration contest since 1996 and shares her insights for illustrators submitting their work.
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Screenwriting: Creating Plot And Characters
Interview with Ray Griggs, Writer and Director of the new movie Super Capers starring Tom Sizemore, Adam West, and Clint Howard.
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How To Direct A Feature Film
Award Winning Director Ray Griggs shares advice on his process as a Film Director.
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How To Direct Actors
Director of the new movie Super Capers starring Tom Sizemore, Adam West, and Clint Howard shares advice on directing actors.
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How To Write A Screenplay
Interview with Ray Griggs, Screenwriter and Director of the new movie Super Capers, starring Tom Sizemore, Adam West, and Clint Howard.
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How To Collaborate With a Writing Partner
Writer & Director Ray Griggs shares his experience working with Oscar winning screenwriter David S. Ward.
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Super Capers: A Comic Book Movie
A new superhero spoof movie starring Adam West, Tom Sizemore, and Clint Howard.
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Lucifer: The Movie
An interview with Director Ray Griggs about his visually stunning fantasy short film.
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Communicate Effectively at Work
Dr. Gary Seigel discusses how to improve conversational skills, shares a funny story about miscommunication with a boss, and how employees can benefit from his book.
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How to Communicate Effectively
Dr. Gary Seigel discusses how his book helps people avoid getting into trouble when speaking and what he recommends for writing effective emails.
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How To Write a Fantasy Novel
New York Times Bestselling author Brandon Sanderson shares his process of writing fantasy, how he handles character & plot, and how he deals with rewrites.
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Mistborn Trilogy: Interview With Fantasy Author
Brandon Sanderson, author of the Mistborn Trilogy, shares insights on creating an original fantasy story, the themes he uses, and what makes his story unique.
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Time Stopping Sci-Fi: Max Quick Series
The author of the Max Quick series shares what makes his story unique, how he uses theme, and what an Oscar-Nominated fan thinks about his book.
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Create a Children's Book With Aaron Mason
Interview with a fantasy author about how he works with illustrators, his approach to self publishing, and also how he markets & sells the book.
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The Bafflegagging Blundernagging Brothers
Interview with the creator of a new fantasy book that combines Tolkien, Dr. Seuss, and Monty Python for an out-of-this-world story.
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Asian Task Force: A Martial Arts Action Film
Director Will Lu reveals the story behind his award winning short film, the ups and downs of film production, and what it means to be an Asian American Filmmaker.
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Animation Storyboarding
A Storyboard Artist for Warner Bros, Disney, and Nickelodeon shares firsthand experience about what it takes to work in animated Film and Television.
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Animation Storyboarding for Film & TV
A Storyboard Artist for Warner Bros, Disney, and Nickelodeon shares firsthand experience about what it takes to work in animated Film and Television.
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A Little Book of Monsters: Children's Book
Llyn Hunter, storyboard artist for Kim Possible, Animaniacs, and Scooby Doo discusses the inspiration behind her fairytale book.
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Here, There Be Dragons: Book Review
James A. Owen weaves a thrilling, high-seas adventure story in this first installment of a seven book series, which is also being developed for a major motion picture.
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How to Achieve Your Goals
Learn to focus on what you want most in life, stay motivated, and take action to achieve success.
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The Forever War: Joe Haldeman
Joe Haldeman's book on a futuristic military war won both the Hugo and Nebula awards over 35 years ago, but this engrossing story still holds up today.
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Advanced Public Speaking Tips
Discover techniques to emphasize your core message, project your voice to the crowd, and engage the audience as participants.
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The Mouth Trap: Book Review
Discover the secrets great communicators use to ease out of seemingly impossible situations.
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Public Speaking Tips
Speech techniques to help you start with a unique opening, share your personal story, and connect with audiences.
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A Life Imagined: Beyond Grief to Hope
A book that helps people overcome the loss of a loved one, family dysfunction, and finding closure in deep rooted issues.
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A New Earth: Eckhart Tolle
Eckhart Tolle's book deals with a new shift in human consciousness, discovering our true selves, and how to live in the present.
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Balancing Plot & Characters
How to weave Plot & Characters into an emotional story. Includes examples from mainstream stories: Superman and Lolita.
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Good Writing Habits
Develop a writing method, stay motivated, and draw inspiration for writing.
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How To Lose Weight Without Dieting
The #1 Nutrition Expert & Fitness Coach to top boxers on HBO, Showtime, ESPN and The Contender has written a comprehensive book about weight management.
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The 4-Hour Work Week: Book Review
If you want to cut down your work hours and increase your cash flow, then this book is a must read.
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Tips On Writing a Great Novel Theme
Find out how to create a theme in relation to your character. Includes Famous Themes, a Writing Exercise, and Theme & Character Examples.
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IVASI Helps Musicians Win Auditions
Interactive Video Audition Service International (IVASI) is a unique interactive video guide designed to help Orchestral musicians win auditions.
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Brand New Music "Acoustic Fusion"
Gospel Singer/Songwriter reveals his inspirations, what separates him from other musicians, and the release of his 1st album, "My Father's House".
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Leave the Perfect Voicemail When Cold Calling
Learn to leave voice messages that are short, specific, and effectively get the person to call you back.
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Education Crisis in the U.S.
Author Peter de Krassel tackles the shortcomings of the U.S. education system in his new book "Custom Maid Knowledge".
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Rewrite Your Novel With Ease
How to move the process of rewriting forward with three easy steps.
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Elana Golden's Writing Studio
The Writing Studio is known for providing the freedom to write the unspeakable in people's lives, which results in deeply personal and moving stories.
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Save the Cat!: Screenwriting Book
Blake Snyder discusses what makes a great story using his 15 Point Beat Sheet.
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Tips from a Spec Screenwriter
Blake discusses his career as a screenwriter, why he wrote a book on the subject, and insights on how he succeeded in Hollywood.
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Rewrite: Tips from a Screenwriter
Award Winning Screenwriter Paul Chitlik, writer of Small Wonder, Perfect Strangers, and Who's The Boss discusses his new book "Rewrite".
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Networking Tips
Learn to quickly and effectively make a business connection with people to grow your business.
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The Process of Ascension
Joanna Cherry shares her personal experiences of ascension and how her books Living Mastery and Self Initiations help people realize their divinity.
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The Accidental CEO: Interview
Tom Voccola discusses how his book can inspire leadership in CEOs, keep employees engaged, and effectively transform the world of corporate management.
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The Secrets of Powerful Writing
Take your writing to the next level with this simple guide.
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Persistent Writing
Create the best time, place, and schedule to write persistently.
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Write a Novel Using an Outline
Learn how outlining can help you establish major plot points, keep your story focused, and make your writing easier.
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Getting a Job in Entertainment
Learn how to break in, build connections, and land a job in the entertainment industry.
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Creating Powerful TV Commercials
Learn different approaches to making a TV ad with these famous examples: MasterCard, Got Milk, & Apple Computers.
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Writing Log Lines for Screenplays
Learn how to writing an effective log line. Includes an example, complete analysis, and an easy to follow guideline.
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