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Rhino And Gremlin Metaphor For Hidden Problems
- Anecdote: Thomas compares authors to a charging rhinoceros cut down by a gremlin in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.
- The image illustrates how small overlooked issues ("gremlins") can stop a career-focused writer in their tracks.
Patron Perk Story About Tax Course And CPA Q&A
- Anecdote: Thomas offers his tax course free to patrons and a live Q&A with his CPA father as a patron perk.
- He describes his father's 35+ years helping authors and how patrons can get the course even if they cancel immediately.
Read Contracts And Vet Agents
- Do read and question every contract before signing to avoid being trapped by terms that force endless future work.
- Ask agents for client lists and contact authors; unscrupulous agents or companies may sell ease while taking control and money.