On this episode we dissect the movie “Civil War,” a film we watched with high expectations as fans of speculative fiction and films, but a movie that disappoints in major ways. Does the movie have redeemable qualities? What major writing errors does it make? And what are our “civil”disagreements about the movie?

We discuss the influence writing has had on our development as writers while also sharing our favorite movies about writing. Additionally, we delve into the pros and cons of script writing and our own personal advice for writers who plan on getting into filmmaking based on our experiences and industry professionals we have known. Finally, we discuss our way forward as we attempt to 'hack it' until we make it!

We have delivered the book we promised from the outset of this podcast! This podcast has documented our journey from writers who lacked confidence to do anything with their writing to self-published authors who are ready to build their own literary brands with several books and creative ventures in the process! Be part of the story and pick up the book today! But we also delve into what many writers get wrong when it comes to collaboration, sharing, and helping each other out.

In part 1 of this episode, we interview published author Caitlin Buxbaum on how she started her own publishing company Red Sweater Press, what it takes to start one of your own, and the advantages of publishing your own books.

In this episode, Robert and I discuss the pros and cons of traditional publishing. While self-publishing is quick, simple, and cheap, is it just the easy way to be published for someone who is impatient? Or do the benefits of attempting to become traditionally published worth the cost?