Book trailers are a great way to create interest in your books. Similar to movie trailers, books trailers usually give a visual synopsis (using words and images) of the book.  I've created two trailers for my books, Nothing I Can Say and What Was Missing.

The Nothing I Can Say trailer was done with the iMovie app on my phone, which I then uploaded to YouTube.  The What Was Missing trailer was my first trailer and was created manually with the iMovie program on my laptop.

I was on the fence about creating book trailers and after I created them I was apprehensive about sharing them because I didn't think they matched the grandiose vision in my head. Lol! But I think both these trailers capture the essence of the books. Take a look:

{THIS IS MY 100TH BLOG POST! WOOHOO! Had I been more aware I would've made a big deal about it. . .but it's just another day in the blogosphere!}  

Without further adieu, here is the Periscope broadcast I did for the launch of my book, Nothing I Can Say!  NOW AVAILABLE!

This is another Periscope accompanied post. . .In this post I discuss three consistent mistakes I finally stopped making.

Whenever you try to do anything worthwhile, mistakes are inevitable because most of the time you're entering uncharted territory and have no idea what you're doing. That's why you always hear people say "learn from your mistakes". Growth and success are by-products of mistakes and lessons learned.

My top three:
1. Inconsistency - Blogging off & on, not following up on connections made, doing "just enough".
2. Immobility- Being lazy, staying in my comfort zone, trying to force situations and procrastinating. 
3. In my feelings/sparing others feelings - Not closing doors, being distracted worrying about what others are doing.  

I have definitely learned from all of these mistakes but I feel with age comes wisdom and I am focused on not repeating these mistakes. I correct and adjust my own behavior as my journey continues to unfold. I'm recognizing my power, acknowledging my talent, being intentional and making solid connections. 

I also wake up every day & thank God for the blessings & when I'm tempted even just a little to backslide I imagine that today could be my last day on earth & I go get stuff done! Our days are numbered, so I would encourage you to do more of what makes you happy. Don't sweat the small stuff and love those who love you!

See the me discuss here:

TED Talks are everything.  I am addicted to the inspirational and informative talks given by creatives and industry professionals. They are entertaining and I always learn something new!  

This TED Talk by Chip Kidd on how he comes up with ideas for book cover designs is nothing short of brilliant. 

I did a Periscope broadcast last week and decided to repost it here on the blog. In this broadcast I discuss quitting your job to become a stay at home parent, entrepreneur or freelancer. I will cover things you need to DO  and things you need to KNOW before you quit your day job!

Things like:

• Having a financial plan
• Not expecting to magically have more time
• Having a return to work plan
• Being realistic
• Doing things the RIGHT way

Take a look and let me know your thoughts in the comments: