The Importance of Design

This might be a little off-topic, but it keeps coming up. Some of you know that I live an alternate life as a designer. Many folks are unclear about the value of design. I could talk about the value of design until I was blue in the face, but how about another opinion? I often listen to […]

4 Ways to Tell a Story

  Those that know me well, know that I’m not just an author. I’m a designer in my day job. I’m also a photographer, amateur actor and amateur filmmaker. These disciplines might seem diverse on the surface, but in reality, for me, each sprouts from the same part of me: storytelling. Telling Stories through Photography Read more about 4 Ways to Tell a Story[…]

4 Ways to Tell a Story

  Those that know me well, know that I’m not just an author. I’m a designer in my day job. I’m also a photographer, amateur actor and amateur filmmaker. These disciplines might seem diverse on the surface, but in reality, for me, each sprouts from the same part of me: storytelling. Telling Stories through Photography […]

Five Reasons to Avoid Fiverr – Using Fiverr is Hazardous to Your Health

I’ve had a few friends, colleagues and acquaintances tell me that they had their media template/logo/book cover designed by someone at Fiverr and I find myself SMH (that’s “shaking my head” for the uninitiated). In my opinion, this is a bad idea. Before I dig into five reasons to avoid Fiverr, though, let me preempt Read more about Five Reasons to Avoid Fiverr – Using Fiverr is Hazardous to Your Health[…]

Five Reasons to Avoid Fiverr – Using Fiverr is Hazardous to Your Health

I’ve had a few friends, colleagues and acquaintances tell me that they had their media template/logo/book cover designed by someone at Fiverr and I find myself SMH (that’s “shaking my head” for the uninitiated). In my opinion, this is a bad idea. Before I dig into five reasons to avoid Fiverr, though, let me preempt […]

Five Reasons to Avoid Fiverr – Using Fiverr is Hazardous to Your Health

I’ve had a few friends, colleagues and acquaintances tell me that they had their media template/logo/book cover designed by someone at Fiverr and I find myself SMH (that’s “shaking my head” for the uninitiated). In my opinion, this is a bad idea. Before I dig into five reasons to avoid Fiverr, though, let me preempt […]

Amazing Art

Sometimes a good story is born out of looking at intriguing art. Here are a few examples that I find inspiring. (If you’re looking for a cover designer, consider looking into hiring these artists.)       Do you have any art that can inspire a writer? Any good cover designers you want to share […]