Mistakes Were Made
Lee Bacon, michelle rayMy books have been translated into 25 languages and optioned for the screen. Follow my misadventures in publishing. Learn from my wins. Laugh at my mistakes.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Weekly |
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| Issues | 60 | Founded | 2 years ago | Last Issue | 9 days ago |
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What Do Men Want To Read Anyway?
Introducing the “Manliness Scale." Plus: 5 Books For Men Who Like To Read Books
In my last post, I coined a new phrase: The Male Readership Death Spiral.
The Male Readership Death Spiral
According to the internet, here are some things men are into:
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Joe Rogan
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Crypto
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Cold plunges
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Stoicism
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Big chunky luxury watches
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Call Of Duty
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Online gambling
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UFC
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Beef
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What I Learned From My Most Viral (And Most Hated) Post
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See that beautiful orange line? The one soaring majestically upward...
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Authors
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Award-winning author (of approx. 10 books) / Parent (of approx. 2 daughters) / American in Germany
I help people in midlife discover the stories that shape who they are, and who they’re becoming. I write about transformation, belonging, and life’s turning points. Published author, teacher, and traveler.
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