Scribtotum
Twenty-plus years of articles, journal entries, and blog posts on the creative life.
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The Article Archive
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On Podcasting Pioneers, and an Appreciation: An Open Letter to Marc Maron
First published on August 6, 2025
In which I gently correct the comedian Marc Maron on his claim to being a podcasting pioneer, and offer a bit of history of the medium, much of it from first-hand experience, along the way.
Chirps by Lawrence (Larry) Lieber – Client Project Case Study
First published on March 30, 2025
Read all about how I helped comic book legend Larry Lieber bring his debut novel Chirps to fruition and to market.
Authors, Your Boycott Hurts You and Your Readers More Than the Bad Guys
First published on February 5, 2025
When you remove your books or other art from a platform out of protest, your boycott denies your future readers far more than it hurts the intended target. Read on to learn why.
A Day Early and a Dollar Short
First published on December 10, 2024
I've created more than a few zines, both printed and digital, over the years. Is the market ripe for me to jump back in as an editor and publisher?
Creative Writing is a Luxury?
First published on October 25, 2024
Is writing a luxury you can afford, given all the other things going on in your life? I have thoughts about this you should read.
Twenty Years a Podcaster
First published on October 15, 2024
It was twenty years ago today when I released my first podcast episode. That's worth some reflection.
Some Dare Call It “Literary..!”
First published on October 10, 2024
Why are "genre" writers afraid their works might be considered "literary?"
Do You Even Blog?
First published on October 2, 2024
I'm back blogging, baby! Shorter (usually) posts, more often. Take five minutes to read on and find out the why and the how.
106: Writers: Are You Doing What Really Matters?
First published on September 19, 2024
Episode 106 of Sonitotum lays out how I've reassessed what matters in my creative life, what that means for the podcast, and why you should ask yourself if you're doing what really matters, too.