Scribtotum
I strive to offer my experiences as an independent creator with the perspective of a veteran beginner. Whenever I can teach or share, I write an article for my blog, Scribtotum.
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scrihb-tote-um (Noun): A portmanteau combining the words “scribe” (writer) and “totum” (roughly Latin for “the whole thing”). Borrowed / adapted from the word “factotum” (one who does all kinds of work) to mean “one who writes on all kinds of subject matter.”
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Stranger In A Strange Land
Why blog?
Here I Am
Here I am with a new site design and a few words about where I’ve been the last few months.
Sonitotum with Matthew Wayne Selznick 011: Your Invitation To the Autumn Project (2018)
Presenting your invitation to the Autumn Project (2018), in which you can be a fly on the wall for every step, start to finish, as Matthew Wayne Selznick embarks on his first major creative work in five years. Read more to learn all about it!
Neo-Patronage Revisited: Patreon and the Community of Friends and Fans
Let’s take a fresh look at why neo-patronage, specifically through the Patreon platform, is a great way for independent creators to build community, foster engagement, and add a reliable revenue stream for their creative endeavors.
Six Podcasts and Websites To Fill Your Creative Well
A short list of the podcasts and websites I look to these days for inspiration, ideas, and insight into the creative process.
Rituals, Habits, and Practices To Beat Back the Blues and Get Back to Making Stuff
In which I describe the rituals, habits, and practices I employ to stave off anxiety and depression so that I can lead the most productive creative life possible. I explain how diet, exercise, and a specific mindset can help you do the same.
WorkFlowy: A Free Creative Writing Tool To Use On Any Device
WorkFlowy is a free, cross-platform, mobile friendly outliner and “offboard brain.” I use it for writing and managing my writing, creativity, and productivity. Read on to find out why I think it’s one of the best tools to build a productive and healthy writing life!
The Necessity of Solitude In Your Creative Writing Life
Solitude is an important part of building a healthy, balanced creative writing life. Find out why you must take alone time despite how hard it can be, and read how I learned that lesson.
Why You Need a Mailing List
Writers and other creators need a mailing list to build a dedicated community of friends and fans. Let me tell you why, compare two of my favorite mailing list service providers, and reveal the one I use… and share how you can use your own mailing list.