What I love about this book is Phil’s ability to take frequently un-glamorous, but always hilarious and self-deprecating, stories to clearly illustrate an aspect of family that I’ve never considered before. These guys think about family on a level that I never have. Better still …
Read MoreIt is my role to establish values
Many families are floating like a ship without a rudder because parents have not taken special care to establish values. You could most probably describe a family you know well and help me to get to know them by telling me what they are like. …
Read MoreAdventures build families
We believe family adventures build families, so you won’t be surprised to hear that one of our family values is Adventure. We have pursued adventure by choice and with various degrees of cost. It does not matter whether we are in Africa, Europe or New …
Read MoreLaughter at home is essential medicine
When life is uncertain or your normal way of living has changed suddenly, it’s time to bring laughter at home as medicine for the family. This medicine is free, available to everyone and should be administered liberally. In fact, I think it’s best when kids …
Read MoreThis is what authors strive for
All the late nights. All the countless review sessions. All the arguments over words, grammar or intentions. All the hours. All the money. All the doubts. And yet the driving force prevails as we persevere to get to the point where we launch the book. …
Read MoreSent to the Printer
This was the milestone I had been striving to make – getting the manuscript off to the printer. Hours of review and preparation, partnered with my designer David, resulted in a final product I’m really excited for you to see. The initial proof turned up …
Read MoreSome people don’t read books!
I was talking with my friend Lana who, incidentally, is quoted on the back cover of the book, and she told me something I didn’t expect. “I don’t read books,” she said. Well, that shouldn’t have surprised me, but it did.
Read MorePage Layout Ideas
When I have a vision for a book I always search for a vision for what I want the book to look like and feel like. Funny story, I took this photo on a plane in Indonesia!
Read MoreHaving a team is essential
I read a lot of books. And I love reading books written by friends. I love helping people plan their book and I even have a few suggestions for how to launch your book. But the number one piece of advice I have for indie-authors …
Read MoreChoosing a book cover
Fun times! I’ve been asking my Facebook crowd to give me their opinions on which book cover we should go with for the upcoming book, Building A Strong Family. The feedback is valuable and we’ll be able to refine our design and make a decision …
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