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By: Cristen Iris
April 1, 2021

To Write a Better Memoir or Novel, Think Like a Screenwriter, Movie Director, and Cinematographer

No matter how good a book is, it must compete against an ever increasing amount of content–oth...
By: Cristen Iris
March 22, 2021

How to Be an Exceptional Podcast Guest

My work with authors often goes beyond editing into the realm of brand building and book marketing c...
By: Cristen Iris
March 3, 2021

Author Interview: World Wildlife Day with Celebrated Wildlife and Landscape Artist JoAnne Helfert Sullam

Here in Boise, Idaho at the end of February, spring is in the air. The red-winged blackbirds that ma...
By: Cristen Iris
September 28, 2020

Let’s Celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month with Triple-Amputee and Retired Radiologist Linda K. Olson!

It goes without saying that 2020 has been a dumpster fire, and we still have a presidential election...
By: Cristen Iris
June 30, 2020

A Retired Black Police Officer and Author’s Perspective Regarding the Current Social Crisis and Black Lives Matter Movement

Clayton Moore was the first African American hired onto the Fostoria, Ohio police force in 1986. In ...
By: Cristen Iris
June 9, 2020

#BlackLivesMatter Reading List

It has often been said that books serve as windows, mirrors, and doors. In times of crisis, we need ...
By: Cristen Iris
December 23, 2019

Plant-Powered Athletes Are Changing Public Perception about What It Takes to Win in Sport and in Life

This article was first published by Unbound Northwest who I thank for supporting my work.   The...
By: Cristen Iris
December 23, 2019

How Living in 274 Square Feet Will Change Your Relationship with Your Partner

This article was first published by Unbound Northwest who I thank for supporting my work.   The...
By: Cristen Iris
October 25, 2019

Self-Help Readers Want Solutions, not Problems

I work on a lot of self-help and personal and professional development books. One problem I see ofte...
By: Cristen Iris
October 5, 2019

Client Spotlight: Nutrition Educator and Conservationist Kathy Pollard, MS

Working in the publishing industry gives me the opportunity to apply my time, talent, and energy to ...
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