From Lake Placid to Hollywood

June 1, 2026.Reading time 2 minutes.

A blindfolded woman with a secret past reaches out in the dark, determined not to win a celebrity dating show. She can’t afford to be thrust into the limelight and have her identity exposed. Welcome to Hollywood Hookup, a new novel by Christy Swift.

AI Dillema – Is It Real or Fake?

May 20, 2026.Reading time 26 minutes.

At this point in the content world, so much is fake and nearly impossible to determine if the content we’re looking at is real or not. What to do?

Capturing Customer Attention During a Crisis News Cycle

March 21, 2026.Reading time 6 minutes.

When global crises dominate headlines—such as war or geopolitical conflict—consumer attention shifts from buying to processing uncertainty. For businesses, the challenge isn’t whether to market, but how to do so responsibly and effectively.

Brand Storytelling & Journalism LinkedIn Group Reaches 12,000 Members!

February 14, 2026.Reading time less than 1 minute.

Started in 2010, this LinkedIn Group has grown steadily. Group founder is R. Michael Brown.

TRENDS: What’s Changing in Brand Growth 2025-2026

January 12, 2026.Reading time 5 minutes.

Stories work better than facts. That one statement should stop you mid-scroll. Because for brands trying to grow amid noise, that’s not just interesting — it’s urgent.