Jeff Lyons
@storygeeks.bsky.social
I write stuff, traditionally pub'd author, founder Storygeeks.com, story dev coach, and jiu jitsu addict.
Boy could we use the Hitch now... he would had had a field day with the current world situaiton and we would have been endlessly entertained. Nothing more fun than watching him hitchslap pundits. :) #christopherhitchens
It just struck me that this weird feeling of having missed something this week is the annual remembrance of Christopher Hitchens’ passing. Here’s to you Christopher - a legend of his time.
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#christopherhitchens
a man in a suit is scratching his head with his hand and the words oh boy are behind him .
Alt: a man in a suit is scratching his head with his hand and the words oh boy are behind him . Christopher Hitchens author of God is not great.
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December 17, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Boy could we use the Hitch now... he would had had a field day with the current world situaiton and we would have been endlessly entertained. Nothing more fun than watching him hitchslap pundits. :) #christopherhitchens
Kindle books now come with AI assist whether you want it or not. Authors cannot opt out. Sounds innocuous enough, but it's not— authors DON'T want readers stopping and querying AI bots as they read ... I DON'T. #writingcommunity #writing #writingsky #amwriting #kindle #indieauthors
December 16, 2025 at 5:43 AM
Kindle books now come with AI assist whether you want it or not. Authors cannot opt out. Sounds innocuous enough, but it's not— authors DON'T want readers stopping and querying AI bots as they read ... I DON'T. #writingcommunity #writing #writingsky #amwriting #kindle #indieauthors
It's so cool when I don't have to say a damn thing ...
December 15, 2025 at 6:47 PM
It's so cool when I don't have to say a damn thing ...
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While Amazon is investing billions of dollars to expand AI, independent bookstores are hosting community events, personally recommending books to readers, and providing a space that is safe and welcoming during a time when we need them most.
Never underestimate the power of a local bookstore.
Never underestimate the power of a local bookstore.
December 15, 2025 at 4:11 PM
While Amazon is investing billions of dollars to expand AI, independent bookstores are hosting community events, personally recommending books to readers, and providing a space that is safe and welcoming during a time when we need them most.
Never underestimate the power of a local bookstore.
Never underestimate the power of a local bookstore.
NEW VIDEO: Writers Block: Busting the Myth & Fixing It Forever— not everything I have to say on the subject but a good chunk AND a very powerful technique at the end for breaking the block that ALWAYS works ... check it out:
youtu.be/oYC6XWzSLrg #writingcommunity #writingsky #scriptsky #writing
youtu.be/oYC6XWzSLrg #writingcommunity #writingsky #scriptsky #writing
Writers Block: Busting the Myth and How to Fix It Forever!
YouTube video by Storygeeks
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December 15, 2025 at 2:34 PM
NEW VIDEO: Writers Block: Busting the Myth & Fixing It Forever— not everything I have to say on the subject but a good chunk AND a very powerful technique at the end for breaking the block that ALWAYS works ... check it out:
youtu.be/oYC6XWzSLrg #writingcommunity #writingsky #scriptsky #writing
youtu.be/oYC6XWzSLrg #writingcommunity #writingsky #scriptsky #writing
TEASER: Writer's Block—The Clogged Pipeline— a snippet from my upcoming video on writer's block, defining what writer's block actually is (IMO) ... enjoy... #writingcommunity #writingsky #writing #scriptsky #indieauthors #amwriting #writersblock #writingmemes
December 14, 2025 at 9:23 PM
TEASER: Writer's Block—The Clogged Pipeline— a snippet from my upcoming video on writer's block, defining what writer's block actually is (IMO) ... enjoy... #writingcommunity #writingsky #writing #scriptsky #indieauthors #amwriting #writersblock #writingmemes
The term "writer's block" was first coined in 1947 by a psychoanalyst, Edmund Bergler. He called it one form of “unconscious masochism.” That the term came from the world of psychoanalysis should be our first red flag as to its conceptual wrongness.
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Rapid Story Development #6: Seven Steps to Busting Writer's Block Forever
There are many myths in the world of creative writing, and one of the top three has to be the myth of writer’s block. This sixth book in the “Rapid Story Development” e-book series tackles this persis...
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December 14, 2025 at 6:52 PM
The term "writer's block" was first coined in 1947 by a psychoanalyst, Edmund Bergler. He called it one form of “unconscious masochism.” That the term came from the world of psychoanalysis should be our first red flag as to its conceptual wrongness.
amzn.to/457YdAa #writingcommunity #scriptsky
amzn.to/457YdAa #writingcommunity #scriptsky
CHECK OUT: New video coming soon ... finally getting around to this topic— I know I know—I'm picking a fight but that's fine :) Are you interested? (not in fighting, in listening...) :) #scriptsky #writingsky #indieauthors #writing #writingcommunity #amwriting #writersblock #writingmyths
December 14, 2025 at 12:31 AM
CHECK OUT: New video coming soon ... finally getting around to this topic— I know I know—I'm picking a fight but that's fine :) Are you interested? (not in fighting, in listening...) :) #scriptsky #writingsky #indieauthors #writing #writingcommunity #amwriting #writersblock #writingmyths
Two days after Sondheim died... this happened ... turn up the volume.
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50K views · 16K reactions | On November 28, the red steps of Duffy Square became a stage of remembrance.
Dozens of Broadway legends gathered in the heart of the theatre district to sing “Sunday” from...
On November 28, the red steps of Duffy Square became a stage of remembrance.
Dozens of Broadway legends gathered in the heart of the theatre district to sing “Sunday” from Sunday in the Park with...
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December 9, 2025 at 8:21 AM
Two days after Sondheim died... this happened ... turn up the volume.
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THE BIZ: I wonder if it's too late to put my bid in for the WB? Hey, don't ask, don't get :)
December 8, 2025 at 5:43 PM
THE BIZ: I wonder if it's too late to put my bid in for the WB? Hey, don't ask, don't get :)
Big Tech Companies Are Like 'Rats Eating Our Faces'
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December 8, 2025 at 5:23 AM
I know, I know ... rehash time ... but this might be good if you can forget Milos Forman ever lived ... give it a chance ... that's all a remake can ever ask :)
Will Sharpe, Paul Bettany, and Gabrielle Creevy star in Amadeus, available 21 December on Sky.
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December 7, 2025 at 7:39 PM
I know, I know ... rehash time ... but this might be good if you can forget Milos Forman ever lived ... give it a chance ... that's all a remake can ever ask :)
"Are There Story Rules"? Nobody likes being told what to do, esp creatives. But rules are natural, even to creativity. This short article explains why and why you should embrace not rebel against the idea.
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Are There Story Rules?
Besides the technical rules pertaining to things like grammar, spelling, and rhetoric, here are 7 essential rules that are crucial for the function of storytelling, regardless of cultural or story str...
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December 7, 2025 at 5:54 PM
"Are There Story Rules"? Nobody likes being told what to do, esp creatives. But rules are natural, even to creativity. This short article explains why and why you should embrace not rebel against the idea.
scriptmag.com/screenplays/... #scriptsky #writingcommunity #writingsky #writing #amwriting
scriptmag.com/screenplays/... #scriptsky #writingcommunity #writingsky #writing #amwriting
December 6, 2025 at 5:57 AM
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Joint Statement of the Acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Netflix.
December 5, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Joint Statement of the Acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Netflix.
NEW CLASS: How to Firm Up the Mushy Middle of Any Story—5wks—starts 01/12/26—one-on-one, 24/7 classroom, instructor feedback daily—and more. I haven't don't this class in a while so jump in. Early bird pricing in effect!
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How to Firm Up the “Mushy Middle” of Any Story (5 Weeks)
Learn how to fix the mushy middle problem that kills most novels and works of creative nonfiction.
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December 5, 2025 at 7:49 AM
NEW CLASS: How to Firm Up the Mushy Middle of Any Story—5wks—starts 01/12/26—one-on-one, 24/7 classroom, instructor feedback daily—and more. I haven't don't this class in a while so jump in. Early bird pricing in effect!
bit.ly/4iH6jFB #scriptsky #writingsky #writingcommunity
bit.ly/4iH6jFB #scriptsky #writingsky #writingcommunity
Netflix just bought Warner Bros. Meh? Big deal? OMG? How 'bout them Lakers? What's your opinion? :)
December 5, 2025 at 7:19 AM
Netflix just bought Warner Bros. Meh? Big deal? OMG? How 'bout them Lakers? What's your opinion? :)
Are you podcasted out? Im podcasted out. No... I'm not doing one... ever.
December 3, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Are you podcasted out? Im podcasted out. No... I'm not doing one... ever.
Come read my take on writing groups. There are lots of people who would die for their writing group—I get it. Mazel Tov. But, some stuff to consider :) (I recommend one site it's not a writing group per se, but gr8: calledtowrite.mn.co by Jenna Avery)
bit.ly/48wZqCb #writingcommunity #scriptsky
bit.ly/48wZqCb #writingcommunity #scriptsky
Story Talk: Writing Groups for Screenwriters—Be Afraid, Be Very Afraid!
Many screenwriters belong to writing groups. This Story Talk post looks at why this may not be a good idea and why screenwriters should run the other way.
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December 3, 2025 at 6:56 AM
Come read my take on writing groups. There are lots of people who would die for their writing group—I get it. Mazel Tov. But, some stuff to consider :) (I recommend one site it's not a writing group per se, but gr8: calledtowrite.mn.co by Jenna Avery)
bit.ly/48wZqCb #writingcommunity #scriptsky
bit.ly/48wZqCb #writingcommunity #scriptsky
If you're using AI to shortcut your story dev process be careful. AI bots/chats etc SUCK at real story dev. They're fine for high-level brainstorming but not real story math. This is a purely human activity at this point. LLMs are inept with this particular thing. Pls don't drink that Kool Aid.
December 2, 2025 at 5:55 PM
If you're using AI to shortcut your story dev process be careful. AI bots/chats etc SUCK at real story dev. They're fine for high-level brainstorming but not real story math. This is a purely human activity at this point. LLMs are inept with this particular thing. Pls don't drink that Kool Aid.
Subplots! Almost no one talks about this topic—few if any. I'm huge on them. This is a free sample of my intro concepts to subplots for novelists and memoirists from my class: Build Your Book. Check it out youtu.be/tHUbqSQT1t4 #scriptsky #writingsky #writingcommunity #writing #indieauthors
Build Your Book Class: Subplot Assessment Intro
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November 30, 2025 at 5:33 AM
Subplots! Almost no one talks about this topic—few if any. I'm huge on them. This is a free sample of my intro concepts to subplots for novelists and memoirists from my class: Build Your Book. Check it out youtu.be/tHUbqSQT1t4 #scriptsky #writingsky #writingcommunity #writing #indieauthors
THE BIZ: I think this guy has it nailed ... agree 100% #scriptsky #writingsky #screenwriting #indiefilm #movies #shortfilms
November 29, 2025 at 1:24 AM
THE BIZ: I think this guy has it nailed ... agree 100% #scriptsky #writingsky #screenwriting #indiefilm #movies #shortfilms
THE BIZ: I'm seeing tons of "cinematic AI" snippets of "movies" online now and they are all terrible. Clunky, bad dialogue, worse lighting, just all bad. AI is inept with any soup-to-nuts filmmaking—gr8 for repetitive production/post stuff but storytelling—forget it. #scriptsky #writingcommunity
November 28, 2025 at 9:28 PM
THE BIZ: I'm seeing tons of "cinematic AI" snippets of "movies" online now and they are all terrible. Clunky, bad dialogue, worse lighting, just all bad. AI is inept with any soup-to-nuts filmmaking—gr8 for repetitive production/post stuff but storytelling—forget it. #scriptsky #writingcommunity
THE BOOK BIZ: Screenwriters have an easier time with this... it's part of their world. Book writers not so much—High Concept—everybody wants it but no one really tells you what it is or how to get it. Not the usual approach, but here's my take:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1o8... #writingcommunity
www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1o8... #writingcommunity
High Concept: What is it? (Its not what you think)
YouTube video by Storygeeks
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November 28, 2025 at 12:40 AM
THE BOOK BIZ: Screenwriters have an easier time with this... it's part of their world. Book writers not so much—High Concept—everybody wants it but no one really tells you what it is or how to get it. Not the usual approach, but here's my take:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1o8... #writingcommunity
www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1o8... #writingcommunity