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The Secret to Hitting the Creative Sweet Spot

Content Marketing Institute

This article is adapted from an excerpt in the new book The Creative Curve by Allen Gannett, from Penguin Random House. Most of what you know about creativity is a lie. Our culture has embraced the idea that creative genius is inborn and innate. You’re either a brilliantly creative content marketer or you’re not.

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10 Best Blog Content Idea Generator Tools

ContentWriters

But with millions of posts published daily, how do you consistently generate fresh ideas? million blog posts published daily , standing out requires quality and strategic topic selection. Enter your main subject, and the tool generates ideas that blend creativity with SEO optimization.

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Writing Storybooks with Inspiration from the Storybook Capitol of America in Abilene, Texas

Melanie Saxton

In 2015, the 84th Legislature of the State of Texas designated Abilene as the official Storybook Capital of Texas for its efforts to celebrate literary works for children. Our brains synapsed as our imaginations took flight, and we became better students and creatives as a result.

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7 Lessons Learned From Over 10 Million Downloads Of The Creative Penn Podcast

The Creative Penn

The Creative Penn Podcast just hit 10 million downloads as reported by my audio host, Blubrry! Here are some fun stats, and then I share 7 lessons learned that are also applicable for authors and other creatives. Here are some fun stats, and then I share 7 lessons learned that are also applicable for authors and other creatives.

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Novel Marketing And Christian Publishing With Thomas Umstattd Jr.

The Creative Penn

This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life , which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in global markets through the Kobo eco-system. is the CEO of AuthorMedia.com , an award-winning professional speaker, nonfiction author, and host of the Novel Marketing Podcast and the Christian Publishing Show. Thomas Umstattd Jr.

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Substack Is Both Great and Terrible for Authors

Jane Friedman

I know because I started mine ( The Hot Sheet ) in 2015. I feel confident that my free newsletter will not stop publishing until I retire from writing and publishing. It helps you be less dependent on publishers, agents, retailers, bookstores, or anyone else to reach readers who enjoy your work.

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Content Marketer of the Year Shares the REI Story

Content Marketing Institute

But even occasional hikers and those whose adventures are limited to chaperoning Girl Scout campouts find REI’s content inviting, approachable, educational, creative, and bold. Take It From Me also uses an interview format, but with a creative twist. In 2015, the REI Foundation made a $1.5 OptOutside. The feeling is mutual.