A blog designed to offer thought provoking and entertaining query from the point of view of an, Author, Publisher, Educator, Poet, Father, Radio Show Host, Motivator, Speaker, Entrepreneur, Loving Husband, , and Man of God who has changed his life for the better. Who now wants to help restore all he once tried to destroy.
A Man of Many Talents.
- K. L. Belvin
- Queens, New York, United States
- As I evolve I am learning new things about the world and myself. I now demand more so I am my toughest critic. Share a moment with me to understand the layers which make me who I am. With the Lord's help there is much I can do. Let's talk about it.
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
The Sin Is Real, an adaptation from the Will Smith quote from "After Earth"
In this quote from Will Smith, from the movie, "After Earth" Will is teaching his son how to deal with the crisis they find themselves in.
Here is the quote.. “Fear is not real. It is a product of thoughts you create. Do not misunderstand me. Danger is very real. But Fear is a choice.”― Will Smith
I love to show movies to students. There is something to be learned from the visual when you ask the children to look deeper at something said or shown in film. However, I also think its a great way to teach adults since their understanding can get to deeper levels of understanding than that of children.
This is a perfect example of how to deal with sin, if you're a Christian making your way through your daily walk. “Fear is not real. It is a product of thoughts you create. Do not misunderstand me. Sin is very real. But Fear is a choice, Faith is your greatest weapon against Fear.” ― K. L. Belvin 2013 (adapted from Will Smith's quote from "After Earth"
This is how I see things and I how use them to teach or live my life. There are lessons all around us.. Look deeper and you'll find more. I pray this helps someone today.
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Since Becoming an Author
A few things were on my mind this morning. Since
becoming an author there have been a few things which stand out. I tweeted about some them today.
They are not in any particular
order but I am sure I'll add to this list as more come to mind.
1. Since becoming an author I've learned there is always
another level you can take your writing. You have to know your strengths and
weaknesses and act accordingly.
2. Being an author doesn't make you a business person. It
means you have a product or skill which can be sold. Business requires
learning.
3. The world loves a great story. If you tell yours in a
unique way people will love it and pay for it.
4. Fellow authors can be as treacherous or as giving as
anyone else in the world who's trying to make a dollar from their products, it's
on you to know who you are and who you align yourself with.
5. Knowledge is not only Power, its Protection from those
situation which could derail your writing career for years.
6. Publishing has many forms know the one which works for
you before seeking such. Also now what you can and can not afford.
7. A book cover is not a CD cover, and readers can't be fooled, make
cover mean something to the story and your promotional material. Match something
from the cover, the picture, the title or the colors to the promotional material. Unification creates
identification to your product.
8. Don't be scared to Network in and outside the literary arena, seek out folks who have
skills, services or goods you need, there are so many other professionals out here who would love to do business with you.
9. Have a website! It's your virtual home and store. Your
books should be ready and available. Spend time and money on a real e-commerce ready site. Don't be cheap
people will see the difference. It's a needed promotional tool.
10. Don't be a one trick pony, your writing should lead to
other forms of income and promotion. From speaking, teaching, blogging and
workshops, don't lean on just your book.
11. Your editor should provide feedback positive and negative when rearranging and
cleaning up your work. You should grow from their interactions with your
writing. If not, you are going to be a slave to their skills and waste money on things you can fix. Editing is needed
in this game but you have to know what you're doing wrong and correct it. This saves
you time and money as you grown.
12. Don't forget, God
is the Reason, the Answer, the Provider and the Protector so stay grounded. You
decide the literary game is the one you want in on so now you have to trust the Lord all the way. He knows who you really are and He
will see you through.
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Saturday, May 4, 2013
Our Weekly Radio Show "Reality and Realtionships" 4/25 and 5/1
If you missed our radio show "Reality and Relationships" On GeeQue Palace Radio. There Are Shows On 6 nights a week. Check our show out on Thursday's 8-10 pm and all the other shows at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/geeque-palace
April 25, we talked about
"Child Support, The things you should know"
May 2, we covered "How to deal with Negative Work Relationships"
Don't Make It Racial. People aren't going to like your writing.
Don't make your business or anything else racial unless that is what the person has placed on the table before you. In over 5 years of professional writing I've received a few ultra negative reviews on my books "A Man In Transition" and "From Gigolo to Jesus". There were two which stood out to this day; both readers were white and had harsh criticisms of my work. There were a hint of racial bias in their review but it was OK. It would have been easy to say "both of these white people don't get my writing". I refused and continue to refuse to bite at that bait.
As a Christian who writes I knew coming in this game, it would cause people to react in ways which appear negative towards me or my work. I am OK with that. Its their choice to write as it is my choice not to get angry. I can't lie any negative review makes you feel something but it comes with the professional choice to be a professional whose work is on public display.
Since the creation of my first book "A Man in Transition" (poetry), then the second "From Gigolo to Jesus" (memoir) along with the other writing projects I've had in between, many in the industry have congratulated me on my work and talents. When you're a writer you have to have thick skin but you must keep an open mind and heart. You can not please every reader who takes the time to read your work. However you have to appreciate their responses good and bad. The idea they took the time to read your work says something about who you are as a writer.
The true blessing is the readers who have wrote or spoke to me directly, telling how they enjoyed my work. I've had Jews, Atheist and Muslim read my books inspired by what Jesus has done in my life. They were able to see where my point of focus was with each word written. I write to express personal change and to reflect the walk I have place myself on. I write to help and enlighten others with my talents. I knew money was not going to flow unabated when I decided to place Jesus's name on the things I create. I've never proselytize to others asking them to be what I am or believe what I believe. That is a personal choice, as my transformation was. My faith is the anchor to my work and person. I wouldn't make demands on others or give in to them to simply sell books or to be accepted.
This is why I don't give in to petty racial feelings. I understand some are going to dislike my work and there is a level of excitement from their honesty. Even in the most negative review there is a moniker of insight which can help you grow as an professional author and poet. I know I have grown over the years and continue to work on sharpening my pen and talent.
If you have read my poems or my work please share your thoughts. God Bless.
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Monday, April 15, 2013
"Reality and Relationships" listen to our past radio shows on GeeQue Palace Radio.
Every Thursday at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/geeque-palace or via phone 646 200 3838 you can listen to the wife and I do our best to tackle relationships from various points of view. Its our way of giving back using our marriage as an example of what can happen if you work for it. We cover all types of relationships from romantic, parental, social and more.
Enjoy the listen. If you need to reach out leave us a comment her or come by our Facebook page. Facebook.com/MakingMarriageCoolAgain or via email at info@BravinPublishing.com
March 14th
March 7th
Feb 28st
Our Debut Show Feb 21st
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Enjoy the listen. If you need to reach out leave us a comment her or come by our Facebook page. Facebook.com/MakingMarriageCoolAgain or via email at info@BravinPublishing.com
April 14th
April 4th
March 28th
March 21st
April 4th
March 28th
March 21st
March 14th
March 7th
Feb 28st
Our Debut Show Feb 21st
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