Monday, 16 December 2024
Friday, 6 December 2024
Tuesday, 19 November 2024
CHRISTMAS BREAK IS NEARLY HERE
Hello Everyone
I hope all is well. I can't believe that once again another Christmas Break is almost drawing near.
In the past few weeks I've had to negotiate with some libraries to do free tester adventure writing sessions. I've also been canvassing with other outlets pursuing other leads.
You see, I've been trying to gain some new readers and make some new customers with my brand of crime stories. I have been promoting my first thriller SNAKE AMONGST SHADOWS and I'm also promoting my soon to be released second mystery thriller novel SHADES OF FALCON: THE CROOKED DEAL VOL 2. All published by BIS Publications.
All I can say is this: there's more where this is coming from and the stories are not only exciting they're DYNAMITE!
Saturday, 26 October 2024
HALLO EVERYONE,
Do What You Love And There Will Be No Regrets
I know some would say it's been a while I wrote a piece. But, the truth of the matter is this: it really hasn't been a long while.
It's just been a few weeks. But, who cares?
Some people might agree with me or simply may think otherwise. But you know what? I do care about my readers and my following and who I follow as well. All that inspires confidence and ignites a fire lit to succeed. And, it showcases one or two trivial facts.
The first being do what you LOVE and you'll have no regrets no matter what. And, secondly it ain't over till its over,
At the moment I'm working on my business plan. I'm also looking at other outlets to market my unique skillset as a motivational facilitator and writing mentor.
I'm equally working on a brand new mystery action adventure story linked with the Rattlesnake series,
Fingers crossed. Xmas might come early. But, the long awaited sequel to SNAKE AMONGST SHADOWS titled FALCON: THE CROOKED DEAL VOL2 will finally be released.
So, fans watch out for the VENGEANCE sign of the Rattlesnake. He will RETURN!
It's not over yet!
After a very long deliberation with the publishing team behind the SNAKE AMONGST SHADOWS series it seems like they've decided to unveil the RATTLESNAKE in his newest mystery caper yet.
MAC LOGAN will RETURN!
So, with that being said everything about my storytelling saga is not over until at least the good LORD of ISRAEL says so. This revelation justifies the indication to tell more exciting stories about the amazing Rattlesnake and that's until I decide to hang up my boots.
In conclusion I just wanted to highlight that I'm really excited that the screenwriter CHRISTOPHER MCQUARRIE and the famous actor Tom Cruise are considering to collaborate again to do another JACK REACHER movie.
At least that's what some of the online tabloids are saying.
Even though people have shunned the idea of Tom playing the titular figure LEE CHILD created. I just can't shy away from the notion that it seems to be a great idea that he does another Reacher movie. And that's because he brought an essence to the titular character.
Believe it or not Tom Cruise developed an edge for the Reacher franchise. He may not be 6ft.5inches or weigh 250 pounds. But he's definitely brought some attention to the business of the titular figure named REACHER.
Anyway, regardless of what anybody says I believe Tom Cruise brings something really strong to the franchise. I enjoyed watching the first two Reacher movies that he did because he brought a nuanced quality to the character. He also blended that idea with the fact that the character was not only a drifter. But, a dangerous man to cross paths with.
It just reminds me of another fictional anti-hero. The Expendable PI.
HAVE FUN AND STAY SAFE!
Sunday, 15 September 2024
A CELEBATION IN SMALL MEASURES
Positive Outcomes
Congratulations to Richard Goodall and his well deserved success on the American entertainment programme America's Got Talent simply dubbed AGT and congratulations to Rap Singer and lead vocalist Mike Shinoda for making the choice to move forward with a new lead vocalist since the sudden demise of the late great Chester Bennington in 2017. Chester was actually the amazing lead vocalist of the Nu Metal Rock band LINKIN PARK.
However, despite other changes made within the band the newest member and now co-vocalist is a young woman named Emily Armstrong who has considerable experience as an American musician, singer and songwriter. Emily is the co-founder and former member of the group DEAD SARA.
LINKIN PARK are currently on their world tour and I can't be more thrilled because I am a fan and I have loved listening to their latest single The Emptiness Machine.
The bottom line is this: there have been positive outcomes. And, sometimes we can't seem to see the big picture from where we stand. In fact things get muddled up because everybody has an opinion to share or there practically is a difference of a belief. All this might have a lot to do with believing in what one can do.
Some people kept the fate and believed Richard Goodall the singing janitor could pull it off by winning the Show others thought otherwise and a good number of LINKIN PARK fans think Mike is making a mistake by recruiting Emily to be the co-lead vocalist of the band. But guess what? It takes guts to make a wise decision even in the heat of the moment. In this case I believe strongly a brilliant decision was made in the case of Emily taking up the mantle from where Chester had stopped. But, onto other things....
A new training ground
Just like the changes I've managed to highlight the MECHANICS of ADVENTURE WRITING workshop is still going through some changes in order to function well. The session I did last week started beautifully in a different environment and a new venue with a few participants. The session was scheduled for two and a half hours last Saturday on the 21st of September 2024. I must say one thing. Palmers Green Library is a great training ground because they have all sorts of resources. I hope they call me back.
These participants who came to the session wanted to learn more about their creative writing process. It was an exciting experience because they specifically wanted to explore in depth the practical aspects and the marketing of their creative writing, I must say I learnt a thing or two from them as well.
From the look of things their experiences were hovering on one fact. That the publishing industry was continually evolving with its ideas of serving the public and it was all becoming too synthetic for most people. For instance, the publishing of a book without having a face to face chat. It was evident that everything was done online and over the phone with some publishing houses now.
And, as far as I was concerned that was a bit confusing. I knew that would be somewhat difficult for the participants who came to understand especially when some questions needed to be answered properly about their book work. So, the lessons learnt on the day were thus:
The lessons learnt on that day
That confidence is paramount in the business of writing and publishing a book. In addition to this the sequence between traditional publishing and self publishing should be thoroughly examined and the findings must not be taken for granted. Research is essential and one cannot begin to emphasize that when you want to publish a book you must consider creating a budget for it in order to align it with a marketing strategy to ensure sales.
Therefore the most important lesson to learn during this free session was this: That the book process was ultimately an adventure in itself. And that the rules were no different from when one was being guided to write a classic adventure story.
Saturday, 31 August 2024
CRIME is an addiction and for want of a better word a disease.
Only one man has sworn to dare the odds to fight it.
His name is Mac Logan and he was once an educated cop with a questionable past.
Once again in an exciting new adventure the man called Jarrett also known to some as the Rattlesnake and the Expendable PI will do whatever it takes to fight crime and get to the truth.
The ungodly had better watch out. For the Rattlesnake cometh.
Watch out for the symbol of the Expendable PI. It simply says, 'Vengeance is Mine!'
Thursday, 4 July 2024
HALLO EVERYONE,
I wouldn't be exaggerating the truth when I say almost everyone seems to be enjoying the weather these days even though there have been some change in the weather in the last few days.
These changes however, have had a lot to do with the cool breeze yesterday.
Anyway, I haven't spoken to you lot in a while so I decided to make the effort to reconnect.
I've been resting and refurbishing my old shed. There's still a lot of work to do in there. And, I'm getting the best service from a handy man who thinks he can do a great job. And I really think he can because he's proven himself anyhow.
Anyway, talking about other things the last Self Publishing Event at Coombes Croft Library on the 8th of June 2024 was a real blast. It was nothing short of exciting and I had the participants come up to me afterwards to share their thoughts on the presentation. They felt it was AWESOME. So, there will be another Creative & Adventure writing & Self publishing event on the 27th of July 2024 which will delve into a couple of things linked with the forthcoming M.A.W! Showcase in NOVEMBER.
M.A.W! simply means MECHANICS of ADVENTURE WRITING and from the look of things and popular demand it is coming back. So get ready for the RETURN of the coolest masterclass ever! The MECHANICS of ADVENTURE WRITING course is coming back and I won't begin to divulge what plans we are making to not only make it happen. But, make it a main stay from now on. And, yes the EXPENDABLE PI AKA THE RATTLESNAKE will RETURN...SOON.
NB: I have been receiving emails from participants who not only want to Self-Publish their work. But want to attend and learn more about the masterclass. I must say that's refreshing. But on the other hand I'm somewhat surprised.
The Journey man cometh. And that's what you all need to know and he's coming to STAY!
Sunday, 2 June 2024
DON''T STOP BELIEVING!
HALLO EVERYONE,
I woke up early this morning at 7.45am. At least that's what I considered early on a Saturday morning. It wasn't cold. But, it was breezy outside and knowing that gave me a cold chill because the weather was showing no signs of changing. Summer was obviously approaching and some people desperately needed the sun. I really did not care. I was nonplussed to say the least.
Anyway. I got up from my bed and brushed my teeth and decided to browse the internet with my smart phone. And there it was staring me right in the face. The latest golden buzzer on AGT (America's Got Talent). I was overwhelmed with emotion when I watched the audition of the fifty five year old janitor looking for a break in the music and entertainment industry.
Richard Goodall's audition was all over Social media and the American news. And the golden buzzer audition he did is now regarded as arguably one of the greatest auditions in the history of the Got Talent series.
Everyone on the judges'' panel gave him a warm and affectionate nod as he sang the song 'Don't stop believing' originally sang by the band called JOURNEY. And, even the great SIMON COWELL gave the contestant a standing ovation. The audience was in a frenzy of excitement and sang along to the chorus. Some of them were in shock at Richard's singing talent.
From what I could see it was one hell of an audition. And, he deserved to get the golden buzzer too from Heidi Klum who was one of the judges. SO, DON'T JUDGE A BOOK BY IT'S COVER.
CONGRATULATIONS RICHARD GOODALL. But, that brings me to say this to you lot.
Sometimes stories or storytelling moments like this one come with a price. And, yes one of those STORIES is about to be unfurled in the form of another COME BACK STORY read I've written.
MAC LOGAN THE EXPENDABLE PI will RETURN SOON.
IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO WRITE AND PUBLISH YOUR OWN STORIES. DON'T STOP BELIEVING. HOLD ONTO THAT FEELING.
I think this is where I say no one should give up on their dreams no matter what. I'll be damned if I do and I won't. So for you folks out there focus and GET REAL.
My journey man Adventure writing programme or should I say the coolest masterclass on the BLOCK The MECHANICS of ADVENTURE WRITING workshop (MAW!) makes its come back in the month of November this year and its going to be really exciting. More details about that to come soon. One more thing before I sign off.
Come and spend sometime with me next Saturday 8th June learning the crucial art of creative writing and self-publishing. In addition come and learn how to design your own self-publishing project.
Hey Gang Don't Stop Believing. HOLD ONTO THAT FEELING AND MAKE THAT DREAM COME TRUE.
STAY SAFE!
NB: #DON'T STOP BELIEVING!!
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Wednesday, 29 May 2024
It's GO! TIME
HALLO EVERYONE,
I hope you're all enjoying the weather. Even though there's been a cold breeze in the air and some rain drops. But, I'm almost sure that's not stopping anyone from going out to meet friends or even loved ones. Or going to see the London Zoo or booking tickets to travel in order to see the great wonders of nature, culture and the globe too.
Don't get me wrong I like travelling the world when I can. But not when I can do something else worthwhile with my life. I guess that counts for something especially when you're trying to make a difference or show someone the light.
But, let's pause there for a little. It's half term. And everyone's on holiday for at least a week and I guess some children will be couped up in doors watching TV, films or playing video games. Who knows which? Talking about TV I watched the BGT! (BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT) semi- finals yesterday night and I really think the young South African named INNOCENT MASUKU can go all the way to the final. Anyway, we'll see. I'm intrigued anyhow.
I had another exciting session at Coombes Croft Library N17 8AG based in Tottenham. on the 4th of MAY 2024. The participants who came basically demanded I do this meeting every month. And it seems like that dream is coming true. Because the team and I are scheduled to do another creative writing and self-publishing training programme on the 8th of June 2024.
So, are you guys going to come to the next meeting? You must be curious to know what I divulge in these classes. Besides, it would be nice to see you there because from the reaction I got from the last set of participants who came if you ask me again about that encounter. I really believe it's GO! time. What do I mean?
Never mind. Come and learn a few things about Self-Publishing and come and master in this short period how best to showcase your stories because regardless of whether they are written or orally told YOU stand a great chance of making a difference.
Have a nice day and one more thing... STAY SAFE!
Saturday, 27 April 2024
Monday, 15 April 2024
THE TRUE PATH TO A SUCCESSFUL SELF PUBLISHING PLATFORM
HALLO EVERYONE,
I can't believe the EASTER holidays have come and gone.
How did you spend it guys?
I spent the festive season reflecting, praying, thinking, and working on my business plan. I also decided revisit my mission statement too.
However, before the holidays I took up some free courses and decided to volunteer for an Adult Learning Centre in Woodgreen to help adults learn English and speak it properly,
Yes. I have been volunteering as an ESOL teacher at this leaning centre and I have been supervised by the best in there, I'm sure at some point I did mention I was a trained teaching professional and just like anyone else I like making sure my eye's on the ball. In other words
I am aware of what goes on in the teaching profession or training world.
The acronym ESOL simply means English for speakers of other languages. Anyway, this is just to say I'm back on the saddle again and looking forward to continue my exploits with my Creative Mechanics & Adventure writing (CMAW!) free funnel event at places like Coombes Croft Library and other outlets.
I'm swinging back into action on the 4th of May.
I will be discussing the true path to build a successful self-publishing platform. I am also going to bring along some experts to talk about their experiences in alignment with the big world of self-publishing. It's going to be eye popping and FUN!
So, gear up people and come and learn. And more importantly come and find out where you fit in with this colourful event and the M.A.W! masterclass programme. For that is coming back. And, its going to be really exciting and EXPLOSIVE.
STAY SAFE!
CHIMA
NB: I can tell you one thing I enjoyed doing during the holidays. It was watching on telly the newest version of the hit musical JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR starring JOHN LEGEND and ALICE COOPER among other stars. I thought Andrew Lloyd Webber the creative genius behind this musical had done it again. It was bloody good. In fact, bloody brilliant!
Tuesday, 13 February 2024
HALLO EVERYONE,
GUESS WHAT? M.A. W! is COMING BACK
I just wanted to let you ALL know that on the 24th of February M.A.W!'s flagship writing programme dubbed the Creative writing and Self Publishing Format is back at Coombes Croft Library for a two hour run of the mill showcase to enable aspiring local writers and experienced ones work on their craft effectively and self publish their work without any hinderances or extra cost.
It's a tough world out there but with grit and determination anyone can do this. I believe if anyone can muster any courage they can truly pull this off. The realisation is that some aspiring authors always think they're at a great disadvantage when starting out. That's not true.
So, if you're willing to learn about your writing in general, your genre, and become aware of other approaches as how best to deal with your writing or finished product. Then prepare to be furnished with the right information. That's because I will share what I know with you lot.
I'm not a one stop shop. But, I guess I've developed strategies to sell my work and I've garnered experience along the way and that's always helpful. So, are you guys ready to join me in order to take the next step in your writing journey and explore the various options that come with very rewarding features? Remember this everybody: the hard work starts when you have the finished product in your hand. But, how do you really get your work out there for other local authors to see including the world?
Once again come and learn the intricate details of writing, self publishing and promoting your work. And when doing that come learn how to have fun with it. The MECHANICS of ADVENTURE WRITING will be back soon with more surprises and exciting talks. Don't miss it. And, STAY SAFE!
Tuesday, 6 February 2024
ONE MORE MOUNTAIN TO CLIMB
Happy New year EVERYONEThis is my first time back from the holiday festive season. I really haven't done any writing. But, I have been planning. And that's essentially the core of what I need to do in order to prepare and focus on what needs my utmost attention where my creativity or my writing work is concerned for this year.
This brings one to ask whether the flyer above indicates if there really is one more mountain to climb?
Due to a football match that took place at the Tottenham stadium on a noted date I wasn't able to pull off doing a workshop. I simply had to cancel it. This was also because of the crowds that were trying to avoid the traffic that happened on the day. So, here I am once again standing tall and ready to train others on how to write and self-publish their work. And setting a reminder for myself that I should not do a workshop on a football date.
I had came across the song 'One more mountain to climb' while watching an episode of Walker, Texas Ranger on the telly. I believe as long as I am alive and healthy I have one more mountain to climb so come one come all on the 24th of February. Come have fun. And come learn something you didn't know while doing it.
STAY SAFE!