In a “sequel” to my first vlog, I give more tips to aspiring writers for selling books at conventions, all of which I learned from attending Gen-Con 2013 in Indianapolis. This makes a grand total of 13 tips. I hope you’re not superstitious. (haha)
In a special episode for the online serial, “Children of the Wells,” I talk about where I got my ideas for the novella I wrote for the fantasy saga, entitled “The Fall of the House of Kyzer.” I reveal how I created the city of Thyrion, the characters’ names, and what my goals were for the story.
Then when I couldn’t contain myself anymore and try to give spoilers, I get a call from one of the novella’s characters insisting I keep my mouth shut. Talk about breaking the fourth wall…
After it seemed like everything was keeping me from posting this video, here it is!
I “meet” a famous monster and nearly fire my brother/cameraman/sometimes co-host today before I review the under-appreciated summer blockbuster, “Pacific Rim.” Surprisingly, it’s more than just a series of giant monster vs. giant robot fights. Watch to learn more.
(My apologies for posting this late. YouTube was giving me issues).
It’s a bird! No, it’s a plane! It’s Nate Marchand!
Superman, the world’s most famous superhero, made his grand return to the big screen after a seven-year absence in “Man of Steel.” But is the movie more powerful than a locomotive? Being a “superfan” myself, I review the film–after doing some “superhero-ing” myself.
You can read my text review of the film on my Superhero Examiner page here: http://www.examiner.com/review/it-s-a-bird-it-s-a-plane-it-s-a-good-superman-reboot.
I’ve been very busy with several writing and personal projects, so I wasn’t able to film a review for “Star Trek Into Darkness.” However, I managed to get an old friend to do the review for me–none other than Capt. James T. Kirk himself! (Did I mention I’m a HUGE Trekker?)
However, I did see the movie (at midnight) and wrote a review for it on my column for Examiner. You can read it here.
I’m back, baby! After a month-long hiatus, I return with a new vlog on writing poetry. Since April was National Poetry Writing Month (NaPoWriMo), I give six helpful tips for aspiring poets. Enjoy!
This video is a week late (I’ll be posting about this issue soon), but now it’s done.
There are lots of good out there, but many of them go unnoticed by audiences. This is my short list of flicks that are underrated or under-watched. Do you agree? What movies are on your list? Let me me know in the comments!
After a humorous recap of the first four plots I talked about two episodes ago, I discuss the last five of the nine basic plots. What are they? Watch and find out!
Sorry for the brief hiatus. I was having technology problems.
(This video is a few days late, but I blame that on unruly technology).
Who would’ve thought a simple movie review could cause me such trouble in the future?
I was going to sit down and review “Ah-nold” Schwarzenegger’s new action flick, “The Last Stand,” only to be interrupted by the arrival of the T-800 Terminator! He says he’s here to protect me–but from what? Is “The Last Stand” a worthy return for everyone’s favorite Austrian-bodybuilder-turned-action-star-turned-governor-turned-action-star-again? These and other burning questions will be answered in this week’s episode!
I hate to break it to you, writers, but your plots can never be original. Your stories can be original, but there are only nine types of plots. What are those plots? I list the first four of them in this video. The other five will be discussed in a future. (Don’t worry, you won’t have to wait more than two episodes).
Be sure to wait through the credits for a surprise!
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