Lucida Verba
Losing My Mind
The hallway smelled like bleach and boiled carrots — a lazy attempt to scrub over whatever had come before. I adjusted my tie. Still knotted right. The jacket sat a little off my shoulders now, but the cut was sharp. Routine helps you stay anchored. So does...
How Amazon Silences Real Readers – While Supporting The Fake Review Industry
I don’t read a lot, but once in a while I buy a promising book on Amazon — usually something about psychology or other deep topics. Recently, I finished a book I absolutely loved, and I couldn’t wait to give something back to the author — a heartfelt 5-star review,...
A review on the ‘Concentration camp for kids’ section
There was absolutely nothing in the room except for two mattresses, four kids, and a lot of dirt."You speak English?" I asked while raising my arms a little with my palms downwards to hopefully signal something like, "Easy now... I'm a friend". I kinda physically...
When the Forgotten Past Breaks Through: The Day I Faced What Happened in the Mountains
Excerpt From Dirty Business: "I've been meaning to ask you something," Dave continued. "I know those weeks in the mountains were tough, and maybe it's just me, but when I look into your eyes, I get the feeling there is more to the story than you have told me. There's...
How To Be A Great ARC Reader
What Is an ARC Reader — and Why you are Important If you’re someone who loves getting a sneak peek at new books before they’re available to everyone else, being an ARC reader could be really exciting for you. ARC means Advance Reader Copy — basically, it’s an early...
Beta Reader
Beta Readers Wanted First of all, thank you for even considering reading my draft. I know it’s a commitment of time and energy, and I don’t take that lightly. This book has been living in my head for a long while, and now that it’s out on paper, I need fresh eyes—your...
The Shittification of Amazon for Authors: Why Self-Publishing Feels Like a Trap
Once hailed as a revolution for writers, Amazon’s self-publishing platform has become a cautionary tale of corporate greed, algorithmic gatekeeping, and a brutal pay-to-play system that crushes new voices under the weight of its own success. For a new or indie author,...
The Dark Reality of Human Trafficking: Unveiling the Methods and Origins
The Dark Reality of Human Trafficking: Unveiling the Methods Introduction: Human trafficking is a grave violation of human rights that affects millions of individuals worldwide. In this article, we will delve into the harrowing world of human trafficking, exploring...
Should I use Amazon Ads
What Amazon Doesn't Tell you About Ads Before you even consider using Amazon Ads there are a number of things that will make or break your success You need to make certain these things work above all. Otherwise, you will lose money big time. Here is a number of things...
How AI is Used to Create Child Abuse Images
In a world where technological advancements seem to blur the lines between reality and innovation, the dark truth of child abuse image creation persists as a haunting shadow in the digital realm. With the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, a new...
The Rosenthal Effect – Why Algorithms get it Wrong
The Rosenthal effect, also known as the Pygmalion effect, operates on the powerful interplay between expectations and performance. Imagine a classroom where a teacher, influenced by preconceived notions or expectations, believes that certain students are exceptionally...
Scammers On Instagram Selling Fake Reviews
Instagram Scammers First time another author DM'd me on Instagram talking about 'fellow authors' and exchanging experiences about being an author I got very suspiscious. I know I am not the standard kind of woman you can fuck with and if you are going to scam me you...
Our Mobile Command Centre
In a daring acquisition, we procured this specialized truck in Italy just before embarking on a mission against the Nigerian Mafia in Southern Italy. We simply stumbled upon it and it was evidently meant for us. Here it is on a man hunt in Europe. The Inside of...
What is the Pulp Thrillers Genre?
Unveiling the Intense World of Pulp Thrillers Genre The Pulp Thrillers genre, rooted in the mid-20th century, has captivated audiences with its intense narratives, vivid characters, and suspenseful plots. Emerging from the pages of pulp magazines that featured...
Algorithms
The Inequity in Streaming Platforms Analyzing Spotify's and YouTube's Algorithms and Terms of Service The digital age has revolutionized the music and video industries, with streaming platforms like Spotify and YouTube dominating the landscape. However, as these...
Swearwords in Book Publishing
The Nuances of Swear Words - A Sociolinguistic Exploration Swear words, also known as profanity or expletives, have long been a subject of fascination, controversy, and intrigue in human communication. Beyond their literal meanings, these words carry cultural,...
Are They Stealing Our Freedom?
I have seen fascism. I have seen totalitarian regimes. I have experienced on my own body what psychopaths can do. Fascism and psychopaths are very tightly connected. Actually, the higher up you rise in almost any hierarchy, you will find that leaders become more...
Ten Hours to Find Luca
When Luca's mother Briana called time was already running out. When children are kidnapped the stats says if they aren't found within 24 hours they are dead. If we are talking Organ trafficking the stats say 90% chance the first day. 50% the next day. 40% after 3...
What is Noir Crime?
Unlocking the Shadows: Exploring the World of Crime Noir Crime Noir, often known as Noir fiction, is a captivating and gritty genre that delves into the darker side of human nature, blending crime, mystery, and a pervasive sense of disillusionment. Emerging in the...
What is Vigilante Justice
What is Vigilante Justice? Introduction to Vigilante Justice: Shadows Beyond the Law Vigilante justice, a theme embedded in the very fabric of human storytelling, invites us into a realm where individuals take justice into their own hands. Beyond the conventional...
Designing a cover for your book
Writing a book is a long process. But it is nothing compared to designing a cover. I spent half a year designing my first cover - including learning how to use Gimp. Gimp is a Free graphics tool. My first cover ended up looking like this and I was extremely happy...
Mail Sequence for Authors
Here is a basic mail sequence for authors. Please feel free to copy and get inspired to do your own mail sequence. Don't just copy letter for letter. Somebody could sign up for both our lists! Make it personal. Make it your own. It will work much better if it radiates...
Dirty Business – Dedicated Passion
Countless moons have cast light upon my nightly adventures, marking the passage of time, and in their silent dance, I poured my heart into the pages of "Dirty Business." It was a labour of six long years, six years filled with passion, pain, and unyielding...
Trafficking is the Fastest Growing Criminal Enterprise in the World!
Fighting against human trafficking has become a burning passion for me. Unearthing the sordid underbelly of these criminal enterprises in Albania and the UK, all while desperately searching for Angelica, left me utterly shaken. I had no inkling that trafficking is the...
Fake Paedophile Foster Homes in Ukraine
For an eternity, my heart longed to journey to Vlöre, Albania, to visit Agnesa. She, the compassionate protector, had extended a helping hand to Angel and countless other girls when they bravely escaped from the clutches of a sordid brothel, hidden away in a wretched,...
Trafficking Movies
Trafficking Movies. For some reason, these movies about trafficking don't get the attention they deserve. I don't think it's because they are bad movies. More like it's a topic that doesn't capture peoples attention because it is so huge that people can't fathom what...
Drugs in Mexico
I removed the cabinet I placed under the door handle and Psycho went in. Thirty seconds later he handed two rifles out the door. Two at a time not to make noises and a few moments later we had fifteen fully automatic rifles, a few handguns and twelve sleeping beauties...
How to overcome writers block and create stories with impact!
Struggling with writer's block? You're not alone. Many people wait for inspiration to strike, but the truth is, the best way to find it is by taking action. Just start writing! Think of it like turning on a faucet. If you wait for someone else to do it for you, you'll...