My Life as a Tech Author Almost Turned Me into a REAL Treasure Hunter

My Life as a Tech Author Almost Turned Me into a REAL Treasure Hunter

Author: Time We Discuss November 20, 2024 Duration: 18:16

In this segment of "Time We Discuss" we look at what it's like to be a technology author and an ALMOST treasure hunter.

Discover the fascinating world of technology novelists, who bridge the gap between science fiction and reality. In this video, we'll delve into the role of a technology novelist, exploring their inspirations, creative processes, and the impact of their work on our understanding of emerging technologies. From futuristic worlds to real-life innovations, learn how these authors shape our perceptions of tech and its potential to transform society.

Stay tuned to gain valuable insights and inspiration from the experiences of a self-published technology author.

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Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:43 - Getting started as a technology author.
2:56 - How did you start to create your own publishing company?
4:26 - Unexpected challenge of starting a publishing company.
6:12 - Importance of providing books in different media format.
7:12 - Voice actors and audio books.
7:58 - AI as voice actors for audio books.
10:09 - Technology that was the most fun to write about.
11:53 - Treasure hunting (true story)
15:07 - Talent has the floor
16:43 - The Enigma machine and Charles Breakfield's books
18:03 - Outro

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Guest Information:

Charles Breakfield

Website

The Enigma Series Blog

Rox Burkey Blog

Enigma Series on Medium

Rox Burkey on Amazon

Charles Breakfield on Amazon

Also Mentioned in This Episode:
Become an Executive Coach in 2024
AI Marketing Career, The Future of Digital Marketing
Voiceover Artist

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