The Wordslinger Podcast

There’s fearless and then there’s fiercely fearless! Michael La Ronn is the indie author who brings us fearless fantasy—featuring everything from anthropomorphized broccoli to Teddy Bears who battle our worst fears in the darkness. His Decision Select Novels are a unique spin on the “Choose Your Own Adventure” books you probably read as a kid. With updated storytelling and grownup themes, these books are set to reach a whole new market of fiction lovers! This week, Kevin talks to Michael about his work, and the role story plays in the indie author game. Learn more about Michael La Ronn and his books at www.michaellaronn.com. Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe

So what’s the story with digital marketing? That’s exactly what we’re talking about this week with Jay Winkler, Principal and Creative Director of Idea Lab Digital Marketing. Jay talks about everything from the beauty of his picturesque home and workplace in Moorestown, New Jersey, to the ups and downs of brand building and marketing for small to mid-size B2B companies. Learn more about Jay Winkler and Idea Lab Digital Marketing at http://www.idealabdigital.com. As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Looking for a good book? Check out Kevin’s latest release, “Citadel: Omnibus,” the collected Citadel trilogy in one volume for the very first time! Pck up your copy on Kindle today: http://amzn.to/1xVgl91 Start following the podcast at http://www.wordslingerpodcast.com (or, temporarily, at http://kevintumlinson.com/podcast) Interested in author coaching? http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe

Aloha! This week, Kevin chats with JoAnn Takaski, author of “Luau Like a Local” and CEO of GlobalWrites. Family and food are connected in some of the most intimate and interesting ways, and JoAnn has created something that shares a bit of her own family history, and the foods she grew up loving. Learn a little about Hawaiian cuisine with a story flavor. Learn more about JoAnn and “Luau Like a Local” online at http://www.luaulikealocal.com You can also learn more about her marketing services at http://www.globalwrites.com. As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Looking for a good book? Check out Kevin’s latest release, “Citadel: Omnibus,” the collected Citadel trilogy in one volume for the very first time! Pck up your copy on Kindle today: http://amzn.to/1xVgl91 Start following the podcast at http://www.wordslingerpodcast.com (or, temporarily, at http://kevintumlinson.com/podcast) Interested in author coaching? http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe

Story plays a huge role in the development and growth of a business. And no one knows that batter that Rachel Parker—CEO & Founder of Resonance Content Marketing. This week Kevin talks to Rachel about the power of storytelling in building a brand and nurturing a business. Content is king, and Rachel is the queen of content! Learn more about Rachel and her company, Resonance Content Marketing, at http://www.resonancecontent.com As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Looking for a good book? Check out Kevin’s latest release, “Citadel: Omnibus,” the collected Citadel trilogy in one volume for the very first time! Pck up your copy on Kindle today: http://amzn.to/1xVgl91 Start following the podcast at http://www.wordslingerpodcast.com (or, temporarily, at http://kevintumlinson.com/podcast) Interested in author coaching? http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe

Every life has its tragedies and pain. That’s all part of the story. But you don’t have to let that pain define who you are. It’s part of the story, not the WHOLE story. This week we chat with Tammy McDonald, author of “Shifted Vision: Finding new life in the midst of devastation,” and founder of Shifted Vision Ministries. Learn how to turn around tragedy to make it an empowering part of your story. Learn more about Tammy and her ministry, and get your hands on “Shifted Vision” at http://www.shiftedvisionministries.com/ As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Start following the podcast at http://www.wordslingerpodcast.com (or, temporarily, at http://kevintumlinson.com/podcast) Interested in author coaching? http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe

This great interview with Marianne Cantwell, author of “Be a Free Range Human,” might have been called “Wordslinger Redux!” After two interview sessions and half a dozen re-recordings of the intro (thanks to some weird technical glitches), this is the interview that fought to be heard. So enjoy. And if you have any questions for Marianne or for Kevin, send them along. Get your hands on “Be a Free Range Human” on Amazon: http://amzn.to/1uHxlkm And you can visit Marianne online at http://www.free-range-human.com As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Start following the podcast at http://www.wordslingerpodcast.com Interested in author coaching? http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe

This week Kevin chats with Andy Nulman, author of “POW! Right Between the Eyes: Profiting from the power of surprise.” Andy talks about his book, the role of story in surprise marketing, and even the faux pas (or was it genius?) of the Apple/U2 album gaff. Pick up a copy (or 12) of Andy’s book on Amazon: http://amzn.to/ZdfZ27 And you can visit Andy online and keep up with his blog at http://powrightbetweentheeyes.typepad.com/ As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Start following the podcast at http://www.kevintumlinson.com/podcast Interested in author coaching? http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe

Kevin talks to Bob Beaver of CDS Productions about his work in creating anime parody dubs. What’s legal and what isn’t? Who’s the audience? Why do this crazy thing in the first place? Find out more about the fun and funny world of anime parodies as Bob Beaver answers all. Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe

This week Kevin talks with video blogger Paul Campbell, from the Real United States Vlog, about storytelling with YouTube. Learn about Paul and his blog, plus his new production company Perspicacity Films (say THAT three times real fast), and get an inside look at what it takes to make the YouTube magic happen. Visit Paul Campbell online: YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/RealUnitedStatesVlog Website: http://realunitedstates.com/ As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Start following the podcast at http://www.kevintumlinson.com/podcast Interested in author coaching? http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe

First episode! This week, Kevin Tumlinson introduces the Wordslinger Podcast, tells you the point of it all, and gives you some tips on storytelling and marketing. Learn the secret to writing a book in 30 days! Plus learn how "free" can be the start of a good marketing funnel for your business. Whether you're one of Kevin's readers, an indie author, or just someone needs a little marketing advice, there's a story here waiting for you. This week's news story comes from the following article: http://www.viralglobalnews.com/technology/apple-icloud-vulnerable-to-phone-password-breaker-software/16161/ Start following the podcast at http://www.kevintumlinson.com/podcast And be sure to check out the website for more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his books: http://www.kevintumlinson.com Interested in author coaching? http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe