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Flash Fiction – The Gift

Flash Fiction – The Gift

Jess picks up a stranger, standing at the cemetery gates on Christmas Eve who seems to have gifts for everyone he meets.

December 13, 2022 Terry Shepherd 0 Comments
Flash Fiction – The Cliff

Flash Fiction – The Cliff

Your face appeared above the edge of the cliff framing the breathtaking view of emerald flatlands, undulating into foothills, ultimately erupting into a snow-covered mountainscape. Your hair was silver-gray, short and straight; not at all what I...

August 28, 2022 Terry Shepherd 0 Comments
Your Big Book Fair Mistake

Your Big Book Fair Mistake

Do book fairs depress you? Here’s some advice from a marketing guy with over four decades of experience selling stuff. You’re doing it wrong.

August 14, 2022 Terry Shepherd 0 Comments
A Wink and A Smile

A Wink and A Smile

My winning entry in the NYC Midnight Flash Fiction Contest. A burnt-out detective traces missing kids to a toy store with a powerful secret and an alluring proprietor who makes him an offer he can’t refuse.

August 13, 2022 Terry Shepherd 0 Comments
The Wind Beneath My Wings

The Wind Beneath My Wings

Life is more fun when you have a partner to share it with. My adult life has been infinitely richer with Colleen by my side.

August 1, 2022 Terry Shepherd 0 Comments
The Hero’s Journey

The Hero’s Journey

Does it ever feel like we consume the same stories told over and over again? We do. And here’s the blockbuster formula.

July 8, 2022 Terry Shepherd 0 Comments
Jess on the Big Screen?

Jess on the Big Screen?

What would Jess and Ali be like on the Big Screen? Here’s the opening scene frm CHASING KARMA written for film in screenplay format.

July 5, 2022 Terry Shepherd 0 Comments
Time to Create That Audiobook

Time to Create That Audiobook

If you haven’t yet launched an audio version of your latest book, now is the time. Audiobook sales are booming.

July 1, 2022 Terry Shepherd 0 Comments
Flash Fiction – The Veteran

Flash Fiction – The Veteran

The best cops are social workers, psychologists and good listeners. In this flash fiction probationary officer Jessica Ramirez is all three.

June 8, 2022 Terry Shepherd 0 Comments
Creating Content That Works

Creating Content That Works

Understanding the psychology social media content consumption can help you create compelling posts that attract attention and encourage sharing.

June 7, 2022 Terry Shepherd 0 Comments
Under the Covers

Under the Covers

A compelling book cover can compel people to flip to the first page. Here’s how I created mine.

June 7, 2022 Terry Shepherd 0 Comments
Planning a Book Launch

Planning a Book Launch

Here’s a no-nonsense checklist to spin up a memorable launch campaign that will sell books.

June 7, 2022 Terry Shepherd 0 Comments
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