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Author Interview

Mr. Media, Bill Scheft and a publicist’s pain

December 8, 2009
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I’m generally reticent to comment on my client interviews with online media after they’ve occured, but I felt this one is a great example of how humor, insight and a publicist’s pain work together for the greater good.
One of my favorite clients is Bill Scheft and I think one of the reasons I like Bill [...]

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Gay Talese on Craft Of Writing

July 28, 2009

This is a wonderful interview with Gay Talese on how he writes. Brilliant! Read it.

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Francine Prose on Writing and New Novel

October 8, 2008

I’m a giant fan of all of Francine Prose’s work and I really recommend you listen to this fantastic interview Terri Gross, of Fresh Air did with her yesterday in regard to her latest novel, “Goldengrove”. Brilliant stuff!

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Salman Rushdie on fatwas, free speech and book tours

July 10, 2008
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I had the great opportunity to interview Salman Rushdie in person a couple of years ago and was just mesmerized by both his wit and grace. His writing is remarkable and one of the most notable things he said when I interviewed him is that he still keeps his hours as a writer the same [...]

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Marsha Friedman’s Five Tips for First Interview

March 28, 2008

Cincom’s Expert Access newsletter features Event Management Services Inc.’s, Marsha Friedman’s superb insight on preparing for your first TV interview.
Read it and be prepared! Marsha is tops in her field!

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You Can’t Take the Southern Drawl Out On Skype

September 2, 2007

I’m really thrilled to have been interviewed by the very talented (and funny) Luke Armour from Blog Forward. The interview focuses completely on interviews and interviewing techniques. (Note to self: Don’t say “um” so much. Drats!)
So if you’re inclined go check it out.

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John Jantsch’s Duct Tape Marketing Interview

March 6, 2007

You can use duct tape…even in marketing! An interview with Duct Tape guru John Jantsch where he shares his insight on how businesses can succeed no matter what the size. His blog is widely regarded as the leading blog on small business marketing. (Caveat: Small businesses generate millions and millions of dollars yearly so pay [...]

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Michael Masterson Interview

February 22, 2007

Interviewing a Master: Michael Masterson
"Don’t write like copywriters write!"
What are the best ways you can truly become a Master copywriter and what do those have in common with Latin dancing and the Karate Kid?
More than you think.
And no matter what type of writing you do, or if you a business who is in search of [...]

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the War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Creative Battles

January 28, 2007
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Steven Pressfield is an extraordinary author and screenwriter. Esquire termed his book "the War of Art: Break Through The Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles" "A vital gem…a kick in the ass." The book was published in 2003, but everything in it is timeless.

Mr. Pressfield is also the author of "The Legend of [...]

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