Solo

Episode 383 – 20 Haunting Years

In this solo episode Mark talks through the logic and reasoning behind a recent book launch by sharing a little of his own experience and publication history. This episode is sponsored by the patrons who support this podcast at https://patreon.com/starkreflections and https://buymeacoffee.com/markleslie.  Mark shares the behind-the-scenes story of: Why he first self-published the book One… Continue reading Episode 383 – 20 Haunting Years

Clips/Highlights

Episode 258 – June 2022 Reflective Hangout Highlights

This week's episode is a series of highlighted clips from the nearly 3 hours of Reflective Hangout sessions that took place in June 2022 with Mark and a few patrons of the podcast: Katie CrossMatty DalrympleRoland DenzelKathy Mac Prior to the main segment and clips, Mark shares a word about this episode's sponsor. You can… Continue reading Episode 258 – June 2022 Reflective Hangout Highlights

Reflective Round Table

Episode 245 – Reflective Round Table March 2022

Mark chats with patrons Matty Dalrymple and Roland Denzel from the March 2022 "Reflective Round-Table." Prior to the main content, Mark shares a personal update (that includes the release of the co-authored book Accounting for Authors) and a word from this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by the patrons of the Stark Reflections Podcast… Continue reading Episode 245 – Reflective Round Table March 2022

Bonus, Panel Discussion, Reflective Round Table

Episode 236 – Reflective Round Table Feb 2022

Mark has a panel discussion with four of his patrons. This episode is sponsored by the patrons of the Stark Reflections Podcast who supposed this podcast via http://www.patreon.com/starkreflections. Matty DalrympleAlyssa KuronKathy MacFaye Whyte The round-table discussion focuses mainly on the following topics: Digital/virtual versus real-world/in-person connectionsPOD and bookstore returns Mark also gives out a coupon… Continue reading Episode 236 – Reflective Round Table Feb 2022

Interview

Episode 230 – Jacob Hess on Character Development, Story, & The Hero’s Journey

Mark interviews author Jacob Hess about character development, world-building and The Hero's Journey. Prior to the main content, Mark shares a personal update, a cautionary tale about making POD titles returnable, and a word about this episode's sponsor. You can learn more about how you can get your work distributed to retailers and library systems… Continue reading Episode 230 – Jacob Hess on Character Development, Story, & The Hero’s Journey