Polymathics: The podcast for modern-day renaissance men and women

In this episode, Josh discusses the difference between a lead magnet and a reader magnet. He also explains how the independent publishing industry is different from other business models.    While this is tailored to science fiction and fantasy self-published authors, it can also apply to any fiction writer.   Download Josh’s list of reader magnet ideas here: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/5rmurd5kib Get the basic reader magnet strategy today: https://BookHip.com/QSJNMFS You can read the related blog post here: https://www.story-ninjas.com/post/unr...  00:00 Intro/Background  01:18 Two different industries  07:20 Terminology  10:29 Example lead/reader magnets  12:45 Primary objective  14:28 Importance of a newsletter  16:47 Future of indie book publishing 21:19 Best YT searches for self-publishing  25:16 Outro   Josh is a military veteran, public speaker, and father of three. Josh has published multiple science fiction, fantasy, and nonfiction books. When not writing, Josh plays video games like Mass Effect, God of War, and Mortal Kombat. Growing up as a comic book geek in the 80s, Josh has an affinity for superhero stories. He's also a huge fan of classic Star Wars and owns multiple lightsabers. His other hobbies include powerlifting, roller skating, and beach bumming.   Find out what Josh is up to here:  https://linktr.ee/joshcoker

In this episode, Josh Coker A.k.a. @joshumusprime, lists off all the different critical elements and key components that comprise the heroes journey / monomyth

In this episode, Josh Coker a.k.a. @joshumusprime, explains what makes some stories more memorable than others.

In this video, Josh explains the difference between villains, antagonists, shadow archetypes, and tragic heroes   00:00 Intro  02:00 Background  04:52 Definitions  06:40 Hypothetical examples  13:47 Cersei & Daenerys  20:09 Snape  22:45 Joker & Twoface  31:43 Avengers: Civil War  41:20 Hybrid examples  48:31 Tragic hero  50:45 Outro   Check out the blog on this episode here: https://www.story-ninjas.com/post/what-s-the-difference-between-a-villain-antagonist-shadow-archetypes-and-tragic-heroes  Learn how to write the hero's journey here:https://a.co/d/0oG8SwP Learn how to write the classic hero archetype here: https://a.co/d/bTtr3d6Get the basic reader magnet strategy today: https://BookHip.com/QSJNMFS Josh is a military veteran, public speaker, and father of three. Josh has published multiple science fiction, fantasy, and nonfiction books. When not writing, Josh plays video games like Mass Effect, God of War, and Mortal Kombat. Growing up as a comic book geek in the 80s, Josh has an affinity for superhero stories. He's also a huge fan of classic Star Wars and owns multiple lightsabers. His other hobbies include powerlifting, roller skating, and beach bumming.  Feel free to follow Josh here, to get updates on all of his latest projects:  https://linktr.ee/joshcoker

In this episode Josh interviews Dr. Marla Friedman, best-selling author and two-time cancer survivor, about her book The Good Cancer. To learn more about Dr. Friedman, you can check out her website www.thegoodcancer.com.  You can contact her directly by emailing: drmarlaf@gmail.com --------------------------------------- [GET JOSH’S BOOKS] https://www.amazon.com/Josh-Coker/e/B00NN42YPO/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1476936444&sr=8-1 JOSH’S PODCAST: https://anchor.fm/josh-coker -FREE WEBINAR: HOW TO WRITE COMMERCIAL FICTION THAT SELLS- https://www.story-ninjas.com/blockbustertheme Serious inquiries only--limited spots available: ➢ Josh’s Business and Consulting contact Email: jcoker@story-ninjas.com ➢ Online Coaching/Consulting: https://www.story-ninjas.com/free-initial-consultation Show your support by subscribing, sharing and giving a thumbs up! Leave any questions or ideas for future videos in the comments below. Thanks! FOLLOW JOSH!!! ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshumusprime/ ➢ Youtube:  Josh Coker ➢ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=13860158 ➢ Amazon: Josh Coker ➢ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepolymathparadigm/ ➢ Blog:  http://thepolymathman.blogspot.com ➢ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Joshumusprime ➢ Snapchat: @Joshumusprime   ----------------   You can find more Story Ninja's products  here. Follow Story Ninjas!!!  Website: www.Story-Ninjas.com Email: Story-Ninjas@Story-Ninjas.com Instagram: @StoryNinjas  Facebook: StoryNinjasHQ  LinkedIn: Story-Ninjas Blogger: Story-NinjasHQ Twitter: @StoryNinjas  Youtube: @StoryNinjas Amazon: Story Ninjas Podcast: Polymathics

In this video Josh explains all the steps a writer would go through to format a nonfiction book. [GET JOSH’S BOOKS] https://www.amazon.com/Josh-Coker/e/B00NN42YPO/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1476936444&sr=8-1 JOSH’S PODCAST: https://anchor.fm/josh-coker -FREE WEBINAR: HOW TO WRITE COMMERCIAL FICTION THAT SELLS- https://www.story-ninjas.com/blockbustertheme Serious inquiries only--limited spots available: ➢ Josh’s Business and Consulting contact Email: jcoker@story-ninjas.com ➢ Online Coaching/Consulting: https://www.story-ninjas.com/free-initial-consultation Show your support by subscribing, sharing and giving a thumbs up! Leave any questions or ideas for future videos in the comments below. Thanks! FOLLOW JOSH!!! ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshumusprime/ ➢ Youtube: Josh Coker ➢ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=13860158 ➢ Amazon: Josh Coker ➢ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepolymathparadigm/ ➢ Blog: http://thepolymathman.blogspot.com ➢ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Joshumusprime ➢ Snapchat: @Joshumusprime

In this episode, Science Fiction author and small press cofounder, Josh Coker explains the importance of self-awareness in regards to aspiring writers. He also discusses the major changes in commercial fiction publishing over the last 2 decades and what that means for aspiring authors.

In this episode of pillow talk, Josh Coker and Suzanne Sherwood discuss several different tactics that they have used to keep the relationship alive and thriving throughout the years

In this episode, Science Fiction author and small press cofounder, Josh Coker explains how to write commercial fiction characters the right way.

In this episode, Josh discusses the importance of superhero movies in modern society.

In this episode, Joshua Coker explains the importance of using archetypes from the Monomyth when creating characters that your audience will empathize with. [GET JOSH’S BOOKS] https://www.amazon.com/Josh-Coker/e/B00NN42YPO/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1476936444&sr=8-1 -FREE WEBINAR: HOW TO WRITE COMMERCIAL FICTION THAT SELLS- https://www.story-ninjas.com/blockbustertheme Serious inquiries only--limited spots available: ➢ Josh’s Business and Consulting contact Email: jcoker@story-ninjas.com ➢ Online Coaching/Consulting: https://www.story-ninjas.com/free-initial-consultation Show your support by subscribing, sharing and giving a thumbs up! Leave any questions or ideas for future episodes in the comments below. Thanks! FOLLOW JOSH!!! ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshumusprime/ ➢ Youtube: Josh Coker ➢ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepolymathparadigm/ ➢ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Joshumusprime ➢ Snapchat: @Joshumusprime ➢ Amazon: Josh Coker ➢ Blog: http://thepolymathman.blogspot.com

In this episode, author Josh Coker explains why you can and should write a book.

In this episode, author Josh Coker explains what a polymath is, gives examples, and talks about what to expect from this new podcast.