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Wanita's Creative Corner
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Приєднався 25 вер 2020
My name is Wanita Kay and I am an aspiring author of cozy mysteries. Welcome to my authortube channel where I am documenting my journey to self-publishing. My journey in writing started in 2015. For several years I've learned the art of writing.
I am also participating in several online courses such as HB90, Publish and Thrive, and Video Ranking Academy.
1. HB90 is a course released by Sarra Cannon of Heart Breathings where I am learning about time management and planning so I can be more productive.
2. Publish and Thrive is a Sarra Cannon course for self-publishing.
3. Video Ranking Academy is a course by Sean Cannell of Think Media. I am learning how to grow my UA-cam Channel into a sustainable business. I've had channels previously. Through all the starts and stops, achievements and mistakes, I've learned what works and what does not.
My life often takes twists and turns that change the course I am on, as my videos will show.
I am also participating in several online courses such as HB90, Publish and Thrive, and Video Ranking Academy.
1. HB90 is a course released by Sarra Cannon of Heart Breathings where I am learning about time management and planning so I can be more productive.
2. Publish and Thrive is a Sarra Cannon course for self-publishing.
3. Video Ranking Academy is a course by Sean Cannell of Think Media. I am learning how to grow my UA-cam Channel into a sustainable business. I've had channels previously. Through all the starts and stops, achievements and mistakes, I've learned what works and what does not.
My life often takes twists and turns that change the course I am on, as my videos will show.
My First Time in Books A Million - Can NaNoWriMo Survive AI Mishap?
For weeks, the buzz words in the AuthorTube community are NaNoWriMo and AI, generative or other. I have given the topics a lot of thought to decide how I feel about it.
I also found and visited my local Books a Million store. I had no idea we had any in my area. But since I moved 12 miles North, I found my area much improved. Books A Million is nestled in Edwardsville Crossing and was surprisingly like B&N.
This is an authortube channel. I am documenting my journey to self-publishing.
I also found and visited my local Books a Million store. I had no idea we had any in my area. But since I moved 12 miles North, I found my area much improved. Books A Million is nestled in Edwardsville Crossing and was surprisingly like B&N.
This is an authortube channel. I am documenting my journey to self-publishing.
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Create a New Writing Routine - 3 Tips
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In this video, I discuss three tips to help you create a new writing routine. I've tried years to create a routine that I stick with. It has been my biggest challenge. My efforts are ongoing. Most of the tips I shared today come from the multitude of other videos and books This is an authortube channel. I am documenting my journey to self-publishing.
Productivity Planning Vlog
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In this 2 hour vlog, I go through the Six Month For Life journal pages by Sarra Cannon. I have been on a path to failure and I am making some changes in my life. I keep falling into bad habits. I need a change. If you want more information about Sarra's Six Month For Life, watch her video and get the free workbook to fill out. It's not too late to join. ua-cam.com/users/liveCLxVTLsKOYw?si=7nXnt...
8 Tips For a Good Critique Partnership
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@MeredithPhillipsWrites Critique Partner Matchup will be live as of the publication of this video. ua-cam.com/play/PLz8_rpvJrHKkUCNQDozlWuuotfvIoF3Kg.html&jct=pBFynq8r2EztAiYfaqqLoFEtjy2aSw Finding a good critique partnership can seem daunting. There are a lot of things to keep in mind while you are searching. I am talking about 8 of those tips to help make it easier.
Goals for 2024
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I had a few minor setbacksm bt ny goals are tenatively set for 2024. This is an authortube channel. I am documenting my journey to self-publishing.
Updates
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Planning for the next week after my eye surgery. * eye surgery * HB90 planning * Write three book outlines for series. * fill kanban board
2024 Visions of the Future - Big Changes Are Coming.
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Over the last few years, I've been keeping a secret. I am legally blind, according to my eye doctor. I thought it was just age and bad genes, but now my ailment has a name. And the best news is, it is fixable. Next year I am starting fresh. I'll be able to renew my efforts in creating content, writing, and even photography. I am hopeful that 2024 will be my most productive year yet. As I mentio...
Historical Cozy Mystery Dissection - Death at Wentwater Court
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I dissected a historical cozy mystery named Death at Wentwater Court by Carola Dunn. The best way to learn how to write a cozy mystery is to ready one like a writer. I found a few resources online to help guide me on my way. I posted the link below as promised in the video. Masterclass Website: www.masterclass.com/articles/what-is-historical-fiction-definition-of-the-historical-fiction-genre-an...
Preparing for HB90 Bootcamp
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Ready, set, print. I tried using the fillable PDF Sarra provides, but I found that if it was not for me. I like having the choice of removing a page from my binder to view while I fill in other pages. It makes it much easier for me. I talk about a few of my motivations. Bared my soul to the point of humiliation, for my family. I feel like my direction changes with each new quarter. I slightly s...
How to Write a Cozy Mystery - Writing Series
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How to Write a Cozy Mystery - Writing Series
My Updated Schedule - An Almost Writing Vlog
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My Updated Schedule - An Almost Writing Vlog
Get Story Ideas Using Tarot Cards and Story Cubes.
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Get Story Ideas Using Tarot Cards and Story Cubes.
Writing Update and My Trip to Eckert's Farm
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Writing Update and My Trip to Eckert's Farm
How to Plan for Q4 2022 for Writer’s - HB90 Planning
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How to Plan for Q4 2022 for Writer’s - HB90 Planning
A Writer's Vlog - HB90 Progress and Fall Decor on the Cheap
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A Writer's Vlog - HB90 Progress and Fall Decor on the Cheap
Leaving Arizona Update - Arriving in Illinois
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Leaving Arizona Update - Arriving in Illinois
Savy Writes put out a very full-coverage video about why (there are MANY reasons) Nanowrimo is definitely done.
It's sad because Nano was such a great writing community for so many authors for so long. I will look for that video. Thanks for letting me know.
Books a Million has been my go to for two years, love it there. I agree about the seating. I like that you've chosen to write at your own pace rather than stick with nano just for the community. NANO is a interesting concept but it's become too much of a thing for me to continue to include it in my creative process. No idea what that drink you had was but i'll try one next trip to the book store
I had a Chai Tea Latte at the bookstore. It was good. The one I drank in the video was the same, but my homemade version of it. I loved the atmosphere in Book A Million. I suppose I could bring a cushion to sit on. Thank you for watching.
I hadn't heard of books a million - very awesome!
How have I not heard about this journal before?!
Sarra Cannon and Heart Breathings are such great channels. She has a resource library on google drive, all you have to do is sign up for her newsletter.
Great tips, Wanita! Agreeing on a timeline or soft deadline for sending feedback is so important. I have one CP that replies with feedback within 24 hours and another that replies within a week. Both are totally fine, but only because we had discussed expectations beforehand. Thank you so much for helping out with this match up!
It's been fun. I've watched the whole playlist. There are so many great ideas. Thank you for putting this together.
A good critique partner is worth their weight in gold
Absolutely.
Great tips!
Thanks.
Get well, soon! I love New Years goals videos!
Thank you. I love New Years Goals as well. I am excited to see how well I keep ip with them.
I hope your recovery goes well and that you feel more like yourself, healthy and energized. It’s the start of the year! You have time to get on track!
Thank you. I am much better now.
I hope you get over the effects of the C word soon. Try not being so hard on yourself, you got sick and you deserve the rest to get better. You did what you could at the time.
I really understand the dejection & hope from having to build up to the dream life & working on mindset & energy first. Your commitment & investment in yourself is inspirational. I was working a job last year that cut back my hours to the point of threat of homelessness. It was brutal. I almost got lost in noise of working upwards towards that. Time and time again the universe pushed back on me progressing in that & kept putting resources in my path. It took me till August to leave first, get disability support & really ask those career shaping, heart beat & soul questions about who I am & want to be. I see & hear so much hope in this video. You are dedicated to sitting down & going deep & that takes courage to do. Piece by piece. I just wanted to let you know sone rando 😅 out there in the universe can't wait to follow you on your journey.
I am so glad to hear that your journey may be getting better. I feel like the universe tries to help by pointing you towards the right resources. She wants to see us all succeed and prosper I think. I feel like I have been neglecting UA-cam lately because of my health issues with my vision, so I feel grateful for your support and encouragement.
Awesome finding your channel 😊 How do you go about recording & doing split screens?
Hello. I am using footage from several different sources. The overhead was filmed with my cellphone using an overhead arm, and the face footage was filmed on my camera. When I uploaded the footage in my video editing software I could change the size and location of the boxes and stack them. I use Davinci Resolve. It has a really good free version.
Hey lovely! Good to see your face!x
Thank you. 😊
Hey! I feel you about making excuses about the gym. My current reason for not going is I'm only motivated to go in the mornings but my husband takes the car to work and I can't POSSIBLY go in the evenings. Anywho, I've heard so much about the HB90 Bootcamp and have been tempted to try it out but scheduling things so far in advance is daunting to me. I'm always thinking "Well, what if something comes up and I can't follow through." Most I'll schedule is two to three months in advance. Anywho. Good luck with scheduling, hopefully, everything works out.
I am going to the gym today with my sister for the last time since I am starting a new job on Monday. I feel like it may free me up to take control again and go by myself. Also, HB90 Bootcamp is not a one way fits all method. She makes it clear in her videos that the planning can be adjusted to match your own style and your own comfort levels. You can schedule for one week, one month, or three months in advance. My problem at first was that I created broad goals without any knowledge of what each involved or how long it would take. Sarra helps break down the goals into projects and projects into individual tasks. Each quarter you use it, it becomes more intuned to your needs. A lot of people have reviews on google and youtube if you want to check them out. Enrollment will open up again in Mid-September for the 3rd quarter of 2023.
Hi there! I like your music choice, and I sympathize with the scheduling quirks. I stopped scheduling things altogether, beyond This Task: This Day! and even that's flexible😉 good luck!
Thank you. Scheduling has always been difficult for me. My natural ability to procrastinate is my downfall. I am getting better at it though, slowly.
Very cool!
Such exciting times for you! Good luck with changing POV.x
Thank you, Emma. I appreciate that.
Well done to you for working so hard to improve your life.x
Thank you.
It sounds like you're investing in yourself and really making progress towards your goal. I have been debating about Publish and Thrive, what was your favourite part about the course?
Besides Sarra's obvious charisma and passion for self-publishing, I feel like there are a ton of resources in the course. She starts by helping you set up a good business/publishing strategy. Her videos were indepth about all aspects of the business, like writing, editing, marketing, mailing lists, and social media. She just re-recorded all of the videos, but last year there were videos showing step by step instructions on how to publish your book in all the major book selling sites. She also gives information on small things you would never think of like Metadata, taglines, blurbs, taxes, budgets, sales tracking, return on investment (ROI), and a lot of other stuff. I know it is a big investment, but with the amount of information she gives you I think it is worth it. Another Authortuber put out a video that gives you a breakdown of the course. ua-cam.com/video/5i4hxXIYwI4/v-deo.html If you are interested in finding out more. :)
But you’ve written more than you would have without attempting NaNo.x
Very true
Good to see you're making progress and not stressing out too much. I think anytime a person sits down and writes they've won a huge battle! Thanks for sharing your journey!
Thank you. My writing sessions lately are great, there are a ton of live stream writing sprints everyday through the Heart Breathing Writing Group on FB. Also, my life here in the Midwest is much less stressful.
Autumn is beautiful where you are!
Thank you. I'm so happy to be back in the Midwest.
Thank you so much for dropping into my sprints. Isn’t setting up your NaNo project a lovely feeling?
Yes it is a lovely feeling. I am glad you are hosting so many live sprints. I am really behind on Nanowrimo.
Hey, Wanita! Best of luck in your Nano! If you don't mind my asking, what season of the year will your mystery novel take place during?
During the summer. There will be two locations, both fictional. A big city similar to Chicago, and a smaller close knit community near the ocean. Thank you for your question.
Cardigan’s very warm and versatile; colors, textures and lengths. They have a Pumpkin pie hummus out for the holidays. Other than that roasted red pepper is my fave! Try with a grain free cracker, yum!
Pumpkin pie hummus. That sounds more like a dessert than a snack. Totally going to look for that. And eggnog...not as healthy, but those cardigan's will cover a lot. lol
Those squashes are so lovely- the colours are so vibrant!
I agree. I loved seeing all of those autumn decorations and colors. After living in a desert climate for the last eight years, I missed them.
Wow! This is awesome! I wish you all the luck in the world.x
Fingers crossed!
Hi. I'm a hearty too. New subscriber. Do you have a video about this or how did you come up with the timeline to decide if you're going to pursue writing as a career?
It was actually just circumstance. I quit my job and sold my house in Arizona to move back to my home state of Illinois. I had enough money saved to support myself for the next year so I decided to try writing. I am excited about it. Thank you for subscribing and watching my video.
@@wanitascreativecorner oh wow. Big move right there. I can understand now. Your videos are good and I'm enjoying watching them daily to catch up 🥰
@@LadyElizabeth24 Thank you.
Thanks for bringing us along for this
Thank you for watching. I am slowly improving the quality of my content, I hope. 😉
I’m really excited about preptober. This will be my first year doing NaNo.x
I am excited for you. I feel like creating a rewards system for nano is the best.
@@wanitascreativecorner Can I have cake?!
As a reward? All up to you. 😄
Great rundown, thanks. I'm a newbie AuthorTuber binging videos!x
You're so welcome! I hope you found some good Authortubers to follow. Thanks for watching.
Awesome Wanita! Kanban boards are so helpful :)
Hi 👋 My goal for Camp Nano April is to finish my rough draft of a shark shifter romance story I started last year. I thought picking a story that already has something written would be best because I haven't written much since December 2020. I'm starting today with reading what I already have and organize it so I know what's going on. I feel related to what happen to you about the copies so that's why I'm reading before because I was ready to just jump right in LOL
Oh I would love a pair of those !!
Good luck with Camp, Wanita!
No, I’m more of a slow and steady writer (my goal is 200 words per day), but I love watching and supporting people during Nano.
Welcome back! 😊
Beautiful scenery.
I love those trails!
Great video! Love the views you got on camera. Keep up the hiking. You go this! 💪🏻
I've never heard of the KonMari method before, but this seems like a great way to destress and clear your head. I might have to try it!