[…]you or your creative process? I would like others to know that most of my inspiration doesn’t come during work hours at my desk; rather, it comes while pondering, talking to people, and observing others’ innovations. In what ways do you feel you have been able to be a voice for good in your creative pursuits? I have helped many […]
[…]find the absolute closest sound to it that I can, knowing that I might still need to play with EQ/Comp before it’s right. Then I go through the same process with the snare hats, cymbal crashes and swells, and other percussion and sound effects. What if you missed something? No biggie. You may notice later on when you are programming […]
[…]trauma and grief and the mixed feelings of cancer and death anniversaries, but I am slowly, day-by-day, healing.” Remember, your recovery, healing, and growth progress is just as valuable—if not more so—as any external achievement. Be Completely Honest and Authentic Facing your struggles head-on might be difficult, but it’s essential for growth. Having shared her entire breast cancer and chronic […]
[…]choose from various audiobook platforms, such as the following: ACX.com—most commonly used platform for producing and distributing audiobooks (an Amazon company); the finished recording is sent to Audible.com (also an Amazon company) Findaway.com Spokenrealms.com Platforms help you find the right narrator for your project; also help with production and distribution. You can arrange to have a nonexclusive contract so you […]
[…]the principles of Christ’s doctrine. Psalm 1:2-3 and Doctrine and Covenants 46:8-9 tells of comfort and encouragement and instructs me in personal responsibility as steward of blessings and talents. Jesus Christ is the Ultimate Artist. If any person strives humbly and diligently, following His example, we may eventually achieve His stature and creative skills as joint-heirs with Him. Presently, I […]
[…]experience, but I have to admit I felt like I was a freshman again looking up to that most-likely-to-succeed senior in my advisory class. Steve is the kind of guy who gets back up every time he gets knocked down, who accomplishes everything he puts his mind to, and who then helps others do the same. I was amazed to […]
[…]as leaders and members and become one as we reach for the goal of “Empowering our Vision” for the coming year. I hope to meet many of you at this year’s […]
[…]the death itself. When writers censor or change the truth of a situation because it makes them uncomfortable or because it may be unpopular, they risk invalidating the truth, especially in nonfiction. Latter-day Saint authors have to grapple with the concept of censorship when trying to decide whether or not to use profanities in their writing. Language: What Is It […]
[…]when a news report on the radio quoted a particular politician in a European country who was red-in-the-face angry because the powerful economic engine of the U.S. was putting his country at a disadvantage. He demanded legislation to level the playing field. I dismissed it. His comment didn’t deserve any further anxiety on my part. A few minutes later, another […]
[…]Power of the Human/Equine Bond; Horse Crazy: Women and the Horses They Love; and A Cup of Comfort for Dog Lovers: Stories that Celebrate Love, Loyalty, and Companionship. What inspired you to become a creator of media? Twenty-six years ago, I was diagnosed with Transverse Myelitis (TM) which resulted in partial paralysis from the neck down. Through the grace of […]
[…]of President Gordon B. Hinckley. I loved writing about the obscure acts of faith as well the 15-year-old girl who shrieked with joy when President Hinckley walked in front of her in Moscow as he entered the hall to speak with members in Russia. What inspired you to become a creator of media? I wanted to be an architect. An […]
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[…]by potential customers to make the book more useful to its intended audience; and professional line-by-line copyediting. Such editorial development is often pivotal to a book’s success. Design: Self-published books often stand out in a negative way because their covers and interiors appear underdesigned (or overdesigned). Some self-published books lack the professional and appropriate appearance that good publishers bring to […]
[…]first piece of advice I mentioned above is a good start. You must love what you do and have a passion for it, or else go find something else. Then you must learn the basics of your craft. It is said that “He who has imagination without learning, has wings but no feet.” In addition, tell stories that don’t just […]
[…]do you have for someone just starting out in your field? Write. Seriously, I know that sounds over-simplistic, but unfortunately, it is too easy to get wrapped up in details that have nothing to do with telling your story. Get the story out of you before you worry about editing or anything else. Then get educated. There are so many […]