Carma Spence's Blog, page 110
August 16, 2021
National Tell a Joke Day
OK. Today is #NationalTellAJokeDay. Let's see if you can make me laugh. (I bet you can, I'm usually about one breath away from a laugh all the time anyway.)
In return, here's one of the funniest jokes of all time according to Reader's Digest:
A turtle is crossing the road when he’s mugged by two snails. When the police show up, they ask him what happened. The shaken turtle replies, “I don’t know. It all happened so fast."
Want more? Find them here: https://www.rd.com/list/funniest-joke...
In return, here's one of the funniest jokes of all time according to Reader's Digest:
A turtle is crossing the road when he’s mugged by two snails. When the police show up, they ask him what happened. The shaken turtle replies, “I don’t know. It all happened so fast."
Want more? Find them here: https://www.rd.com/list/funniest-joke...
August 13, 2021
Have a laugh
My husband. My cat. Myself.
They all make me laugh. And laughter boosts the immune system, relaxes muscles, aids circulation, protects against heart disease, can lower anxiety, release tension, improve mood, and foster resilience. Because of its contagious nature, it has been suggested that it may also encourage bonding among groups of people.
So let's all have a good laugh, eh?
Share something that makes you laugh so that we can all laugh, too. I'll go first!
I wondered why the frisbee was getting bigger ... then it hit me.
Why do you never see elephants hiding in trees? Because they're really good at it.
They all make me laugh. And laughter boosts the immune system, relaxes muscles, aids circulation, protects against heart disease, can lower anxiety, release tension, improve mood, and foster resilience. Because of its contagious nature, it has been suggested that it may also encourage bonding among groups of people.
So let's all have a good laugh, eh?
Share something that makes you laugh so that we can all laugh, too. I'll go first!
I wondered why the frisbee was getting bigger ... then it hit me.
Why do you never see elephants hiding in trees? Because they're really good at it.
August 12, 2021
World Elephant Day!
Happy #WorldElephantDay! From 1969 to 1971 I lived in Kenya with my Mom and Dad. My little sister was born there.
Although lions were my favorite animal, I've always had a deep respect for Elephants. They carry a certain peaceful gravitas about them. Quite amazing animals.
When I was little, seeing elephants in the wild was not that strange. But times have changed. They are not as numerous as they once were. And, of course, I don't live in Africa anymore. :-) So I have to be satisfied with watching them at a zoo.
What's your favorite thing to do at the zoo when you visit an elephant exhibit? Do you have a favorite picture of an elephant? If so, please share!
Although lions were my favorite animal, I've always had a deep respect for Elephants. They carry a certain peaceful gravitas about them. Quite amazing animals.
When I was little, seeing elephants in the wild was not that strange. But times have changed. They are not as numerous as they once were. And, of course, I don't live in Africa anymore. :-) So I have to be satisfied with watching them at a zoo.
What's your favorite thing to do at the zoo when you visit an elephant exhibit? Do you have a favorite picture of an elephant? If so, please share!
August 11, 2021
Write faster
Do you want to see your book on Amazon?
Do you long to hear someone ask you to sign their copy of your book?
Do you dream of finding a solution to writing faster without sacrificing creativity?
Well, you've happened across the right post!
In just a few days, I'm hosting a training in which I'll bust through common misconceptions that keep authors from using one of the best tools available for writing a book efficiently and creatively.
PLUS...it's FREE!
https://authorneering.com/writefaster/
Do you long to hear someone ask you to sign their copy of your book?
Do you dream of finding a solution to writing faster without sacrificing creativity?
Well, you've happened across the right post!
In just a few days, I'm hosting a training in which I'll bust through common misconceptions that keep authors from using one of the best tools available for writing a book efficiently and creatively.
PLUS...it's FREE!
https://authorneering.com/writefaster/
New Author Switch Episode - Dave Reed on Story & Structure
Fiction can be a tricky thing. It can look so easy to do on the outside. But then, when you get into it, it starts to morph and you can get off track. Or, you can use a variety of tools that keep you on track so that you shorten the learning curve. In this episode, Dave Reed shares his unique journey of discovering his author's voice and how he learned how to develop and structure his stories.
https://www.carmaspence.com/dave-reed...
https://www.carmaspence.com/dave-reed...
Author Dave Reed on Story and Structure [The Author’s Switch Podcast]
Fiction can be a tricky thing. It can look so easy to do on the outside. But then, when you get into it, it starts to morph and you can get off track. Or, you can use a variety of tools that keep you on track so that you shorten the learning curve. In this episode, Dave Reed shares his unique journey of discovering his author's voice and how he learned how to develop and structure his stories.
The post Author Dave Reed on Story and Structure [The Author’s Switch Podcast] appeared first on CARMA ...
August 10, 2021
What makes you smile?
This is #NationalSmileWeek. One of the things that really makes me smile is seeing my clients succeed. Seeing the light bulb go on above their head when they get a new concept. Celebrating their wins along the road from idea to manuscript to published book. And knowing that they are getting their message out into the world. What makes you smile?
PS: If you want to write faster with creativity and ease, sign up for my free training coming up on 8/14: https://authorneering.com/writefaster
PS: If you want to write faster with creativity and ease, sign up for my free training coming up on 8/14: https://authorneering.com/writefaster
August 9, 2021
It doesn't matter what you call it
Outline. Blueprint. Diagram. Skeleton. Framework. Roadmap.
It doesn't matter what you call it, what matters is that you do it. If you want to get from point A (an idea for a book) to point B (your book in readers' hands), the first best step is one of those doohickies I just listed out.
And I'm going to bust through the common misconceptions that have been preventing you from using this powerful tool for completing your books on August 14, for FREE! Sign up now so you won't miss it: https://authorneering.com/writefaster/
It doesn't matter what you call it, what matters is that you do it. If you want to get from point A (an idea for a book) to point B (your book in readers' hands), the first best step is one of those doohickies I just listed out.
And I'm going to bust through the common misconceptions that have been preventing you from using this powerful tool for completing your books on August 14, for FREE! Sign up now so you won't miss it: https://authorneering.com/writefaster/
The blog post that changed my life
In March 2015, I wrote a post that changed my life. It was called "Some favorite books" and you can read it here: https://www.carmaspence.com/some-favo...
I thought I'd share it because today is #NationalBookLoversDay. I would love it if you'd share some of your favorite books with me, as well!
Anyway, how did that simple post change my life? Well, it was inspired by Christopher, who was then a guy in my Toastmaster's club I thought was kind of cute (OK, I was a bit more into him than that). So I wrote the post and then sent him a simple email message letting him know that he had inspired it.
That email inspired him to ask me out. Six years later we've been happily married for almost five years!
This is the power of books, the power of words, and the power of email all wrapped up into one story. We all have stories like this that have changed our lives. The trick is taking notice so that we can tell those stories later and continue the inspiration. Are you paying attention to the everyday stories in your life?
I thought I'd share it because today is #NationalBookLoversDay. I would love it if you'd share some of your favorite books with me, as well!
Anyway, how did that simple post change my life? Well, it was inspired by Christopher, who was then a guy in my Toastmaster's club I thought was kind of cute (OK, I was a bit more into him than that). So I wrote the post and then sent him a simple email message letting him know that he had inspired it.
That email inspired him to ask me out. Six years later we've been happily married for almost five years!
This is the power of books, the power of words, and the power of email all wrapped up into one story. We all have stories like this that have changed our lives. The trick is taking notice so that we can tell those stories later and continue the inspiration. Are you paying attention to the everyday stories in your life?
August 8, 2021
5 common misconceptions about book outlines
5 common misconceptions about book outlines:
1. They require a formal format
2. They limit and constrain creativity
3. They are only for linear thinkers
4. They must cover the entire content of the story/book before writing
5. They don't allow for the discovery process during writing
These are the reasons I'm doing the free live training "How to Write Your Book Faster with Creativity and Ease" ... because I'm done with seeing so many authors flounder about when this simple tool can help them achieve their dreams. And all that's keeping them from using the tool is a change in perspective.
Register here now: https://authorneering.com/writefaster/
1. They require a formal format
2. They limit and constrain creativity
3. They are only for linear thinkers
4. They must cover the entire content of the story/book before writing
5. They don't allow for the discovery process during writing
These are the reasons I'm doing the free live training "How to Write Your Book Faster with Creativity and Ease" ... because I'm done with seeing so many authors flounder about when this simple tool can help them achieve their dreams. And all that's keeping them from using the tool is a change in perspective.
Register here now: https://authorneering.com/writefaster/
