Joseph Carrabis's Blog, page 101
June 17, 2020
Given an option to learn or remain ignorant, which do you choose?
I continue having fascinating online interactions. They convince me my wiring differs from most others’. Case in point, someone contacted me with I’m reaching out because I just put up my new dystopian science fiction novel as an ARC ebook on book funnel and wanted to reach out to you to see if you’d be … Continue reading "Given an option to learn or remain ignorant, which do you choose?"
The Lonely Oak’s in Harvey Duckman Presents Volume 5!
Once again, I am honored. The glorious, wise, and beautiful folks at Sixth Elem6ent, home of Harvey Duckman Presents and many awesome, independent books, published The Lonely Oak in Harvey Duckman Presents Volume 5. (and they want more of my work!) Whoa! Other fine authors are in HDP5 as well. (you should read them … Continue reading "The Lonely Oak’s in Harvey Duckman Presents Volume 5!"
June 16, 2020
Join EU actress @Sabine_Rossbach and author @JosephCarrabis for Episode 2, “Massively Scarred”, of The Augmented Man Video Series
As in Episode 1 “Good Run, Trailer?”, Sabine and I discuss the book’s meaning and our decision process in creating this new book video trailer format. Prepare for Episode 2 “Massively Scarred” Learn about the research leading to this new format. Watch Episode 1 “Good Run, Trailer?” . Follow The Augmented Man video trailer … Continue reading "Join EU actress @Sabine_Rossbach and author @JosephCarrabis for Episode 2, “Massively Scarred”, of The Augmented Man Video Series"
Why It Works for Me – Cherylynn Dyess’s “The Soul Maker”
This is the eleventh in a series I’m doing wherein I discuss why a particular piece of writing works for me, aka, this piece of writing taught me something about writing, encouraged me to be a better writer, engaged me, captivated me, educated me, et cetera. As I’ve written elsewhere, it’s one thing to know … Continue reading "Why It Works for Me – Cherylynn Dyess’s “The Soul Maker”"
June 15, 2020
Shaman Story Chapter 7 – Sensing
Read Shaman Story Chapter 6 – Friends. Shaman Story Chapter 7 – Sensing “Ascolta il gattina, Gio. Riesci a sentirlo camminare?” Listen to the kitty, Gio. Can you hear it walking? A favorite game Grandpa plays with me. I close my eyes, pay attention to my ears. I clap my hands. “Yes, Buppa! I … Continue reading "Shaman Story Chapter 7 – Sensing"
June 12, 2020
The Day It Snowed Starlings
More like a flurry. The Wild comes to our door often. We believe we are blessed It finds comfort here, knows Its children can rest. Often passing flocks come to sup, to dine, to repose and gather themselves for their further journeys. We once had a flock of ducks come to our feeders in a … Continue reading "The Day It Snowed Starlings"
June 9, 2020
Why It Works for Me – James Dickey’s “The Sheep Child”
This is the tenth in a series I’m doing wherein I discuss why a particular piece of writing works for me, aka, this piece of writing taught me something about writing, encouraged me to be a better writer, engaged me, captivated me, educated me, et cetera. As I’ve written elsewhere, it’s one thing to know … Continue reading "Why It Works for Me – James Dickey’s “The Sheep Child”"
June 8, 2020
Join EU actress @Sabine_Rossbach and author @JosephCarrabis for Episode 1, “Good Run, Trailer?”, of The Augmented Man Video Series
Sabine and I discuss the book’s meaning and our decision process in creating “Good Run, Trailer”, a unique, 2m #video #book #trailer premiering on YouTube Monday, 15 June 2020, 9amET. Some History I spent five months studying video trailers, talking with authors who use them, checking results, determining various forms of ROI, et cetera. Prices … Continue reading "Join EU actress @Sabine_Rossbach and author @JosephCarrabis for Episode 1, “Good Run, Trailer?”, of The Augmented Man Video Series"
Shaman Story Chapter 6 – Friends
At one point the following was Chapter 6. It’ll still be in the finished novel, simply not sure where at this point. Enjoy Read Shaman Story Chapter X – The Wild, The Shadows. Shaman Story Chapter 6 – Friends His last few years Grandpa and I traveled. Not far, though. I don’t remember it … Continue reading "Shaman Story Chapter 6 – Friends"
June 6, 2020
Mark Hayes’ “Truth in fiction”
I am thrilled when one of my books gets a review, and of course I prefer favorable reviews. But want to know my real joy? When an author writes I did a good job. That, to me, is like a chef telling another chef, “Damn! That’s tasty!” or a musician telling another musician “Beautiful … Continue reading "Mark Hayes’ “Truth in fiction”"
