Izolda
@izoldat.bsky.social
👩💻 Writer, 🎭 Director, 🎤 Podcaster
Your Creative Mind Podcast.
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Your Creative Mind Podcast.
🐈⬛🐈⬛🐈⬛ Cat servant.🗽 NYC 🌱 ⓥ
NTS: You don’t have to know every answer, and you don’t have to try to answer every question. Stick to the projects you’re trying to work on. #distractions #writing
September 16, 2025 at 2:30 PM
NTS: You don’t have to know every answer, and you don’t have to try to answer every question. Stick to the projects you’re trying to work on. #distractions #writing
My Staybbatical
I took this pic right before dawn at a great house called, "Above Sleepy Hollow" in the mountains of West Virginia. Rich Potter, Michael Jayne, and I rented it a few years between Christmas and New Year's for a writing/creativity retreat. I got so much writing done each time. I…
I took this pic right before dawn at a great house called, "Above Sleepy Hollow" in the mountains of West Virginia. Rich Potter, Michael Jayne, and I rented it a few years between Christmas and New Year's for a writing/creativity retreat. I got so much writing done each time. I…
My Staybbatical
I took this pic right before dawn at a great house called, "Above Sleepy Hollow" in the mountains of West Virginia. Rich Potter, Michael Jayne, and I rented it a few years between Christmas and New Year's for a writing/creativity retreat. I got so much writing done each time. I want to do it again, but it's in WV, and I'm in NYC.
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August 13, 2025 at 3:35 PM
My Staybbatical
I took this pic right before dawn at a great house called, "Above Sleepy Hollow" in the mountains of West Virginia. Rich Potter, Michael Jayne, and I rented it a few years between Christmas and New Year's for a writing/creativity retreat. I got so much writing done each time. I…
I took this pic right before dawn at a great house called, "Above Sleepy Hollow" in the mountains of West Virginia. Rich Potter, Michael Jayne, and I rented it a few years between Christmas and New Year's for a writing/creativity retreat. I got so much writing done each time. I…
Woke up dreaming about dawn at the ocean. It's to put my toes in.
August 8, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Woke up dreaming about dawn at the ocean. It's to put my toes in.
Haven’t done this for like a year. Not bad.
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August 2, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Haven’t done this for like a year. Not bad.
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This. When I was at @umich.edu, I took a poli sci class where we had to create our own political party. Mine? The Educationist Party. Education, critical thinking, creativity, language arts, math, and sciences are how we achieve true freedom. @marylambertsings.bsky.social #education
August 1, 2025 at 2:08 PM
This. When I was at @umich.edu, I took a poli sci class where we had to create our own political party. Mine? The Educationist Party. Education, critical thinking, creativity, language arts, math, and sciences are how we achieve true freedom. @marylambertsings.bsky.social #education
A Quick-and-Clear Guide: What the Heck Is a Nurture Sequence? And How Do I Use it to Sell More Books
By Izolda Trakhtenberg, President, Sisters in Crime NY Tri-State Chapter Let’s demystify the marketing mystery, shall we? First Up: What’s a Nurture Sequence? A nurture sequence is a short series…
By Izolda Trakhtenberg, President, Sisters in Crime NY Tri-State Chapter Let’s demystify the marketing mystery, shall we? First Up: What’s a Nurture Sequence? A nurture sequence is a short series…
A Quick-and-Clear Guide: What the Heck Is a Nurture Sequence? And How Do I Use it to Sell More Books
By Izolda Trakhtenberg, President, Sisters in Crime NY Tri-State Chapter Let’s demystify the marketing mystery, shall we? First Up: What’s a Nurture Sequence? A nurture sequence is a short series of emails you send to people who’ve just joined your mailing list. These are readers who are curious about your work and are wondering, “Is this for me?” Your job?
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July 28, 2025 at 3:28 PM
A Quick-and-Clear Guide: What the Heck Is a Nurture Sequence? And How Do I Use it to Sell More Books
By Izolda Trakhtenberg, President, Sisters in Crime NY Tri-State Chapter Let’s demystify the marketing mystery, shall we? First Up: What’s a Nurture Sequence? A nurture sequence is a short series…
By Izolda Trakhtenberg, President, Sisters in Crime NY Tri-State Chapter Let’s demystify the marketing mystery, shall we? First Up: What’s a Nurture Sequence? A nurture sequence is a short series…
My cats remind me of how Mr. Darcy described Elizabeth Bennett. “But your good opinion is rarely bestowed and therefore more worth the earning.”
July 27, 2025 at 2:05 PM
My cats remind me of how Mr. Darcy described Elizabeth Bennett. “But your good opinion is rarely bestowed and therefore more worth the earning.”
Why Every Crime Writer Needs a Mailing List
And How to Start Yours Without Stress, Hype, or Overwhelm Let’s talk about something that can help your writing career without draining your energy or turning you into someone you’re not. This last is crucial for all writers and storytellers. If you’re…
And How to Start Yours Without Stress, Hype, or Overwhelm Let’s talk about something that can help your writing career without draining your energy or turning you into someone you’re not. This last is crucial for all writers and storytellers. If you’re…
Why Every Crime Writer Needs a Mailing List
And How to Start Yours Without Stress, Hype, or Overwhelm Let’s talk about something that can help your writing career without draining your energy or turning you into someone you’re not. This last is crucial for all writers and storytellers. If you’re writing mysteries, thrillers, or crime fiction of any kind, a mailing list is one of the most powerful tools you can have.
izoldatauthor.com
July 25, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Why Every Crime Writer Needs a Mailing List
And How to Start Yours Without Stress, Hype, or Overwhelm Let’s talk about something that can help your writing career without draining your energy or turning you into someone you’re not. This last is crucial for all writers and storytellers. If you’re…
And How to Start Yours Without Stress, Hype, or Overwhelm Let’s talk about something that can help your writing career without draining your energy or turning you into someone you’re not. This last is crucial for all writers and storytellers. If you’re…
And So It Goes – Billy Joel Documentary Part 1 Review
“And So It Goes,” the Billy Joel documentary on HBO Max is profound, inspiring, illuminating, and moving.* Years ago, I took a songwriting class. The instructor asked us to name enduring songwriters. I named Billy Joel. “He’s not a songwriter…
“And So It Goes,” the Billy Joel documentary on HBO Max is profound, inspiring, illuminating, and moving.* Years ago, I took a songwriting class. The instructor asked us to name enduring songwriters. I named Billy Joel. “He’s not a songwriter…
And So It Goes – Billy Joel Documentary Part 1 Review
“And So It Goes,” the Billy Joel documentary on HBO Max is profound, inspiring, illuminating, and moving.* Years ago, I took a songwriting class. The instructor asked us to name enduring songwriters. I named Billy Joel. “He’s not a songwriter for the ages,“ she said. “Really?” I said. “Have you ever been to one of his concerts?“ “No,“ she replied.
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July 24, 2025 at 5:46 PM
And So It Goes – Billy Joel Documentary Part 1 Review
“And So It Goes,” the Billy Joel documentary on HBO Max is profound, inspiring, illuminating, and moving.* Years ago, I took a songwriting class. The instructor asked us to name enduring songwriters. I named Billy Joel. “He’s not a songwriter…
“And So It Goes,” the Billy Joel documentary on HBO Max is profound, inspiring, illuminating, and moving.* Years ago, I took a songwriting class. The instructor asked us to name enduring songwriters. I named Billy Joel. “He’s not a songwriter…
And So It Goes, the Billy Joel documentary on HBO Max is profound, inspiring, illuminating and a delight. Years ago, I took a songwriting class. The instructor asked us for brilliant songwriters. I named Billy Joel. “He’s not a songwriter for the ages,“ she said.
Silly woman. He’s brilliant.
Silly woman. He’s brilliant.
July 22, 2025 at 1:39 PM
And So It Goes, the Billy Joel documentary on HBO Max is profound, inspiring, illuminating and a delight. Years ago, I took a songwriting class. The instructor asked us for brilliant songwriters. I named Billy Joel. “He’s not a songwriter for the ages,“ she said.
Silly woman. He’s brilliant.
Silly woman. He’s brilliant.
My one-minute play, "Perhaps, Maybe?" got into the Gi60 Play (Houston) festival. Honored to be part of this excellent fest.
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Gi60: The International One Minute Theatre Festival
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Gi60: The International One Minute Theatre Festival
Gi60 Houston 2025
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July 19, 2025 at 1:24 AM
My one-minute play, "Perhaps, Maybe?" got into the Gi60 Play (Houston) festival. Honored to be part of this excellent fest.
youtu.be/RDHCLrEfEnw?...
Gi60: The International One Minute Theatre Festival
youtu.be/RDHCLrEfEnw?...
Gi60: The International One Minute Theatre Festival
From Prompt to Premiere – Adapting work into other media
Can One Word, One Minute, and One Idea Spark a Movie? Yep. How easily can you adapt a work into another medium. A few years ago, I wrote a story a day for a year. I wrote each story from a prompt word. The trick? I only had a single minute…
Can One Word, One Minute, and One Idea Spark a Movie? Yep. How easily can you adapt a work into another medium. A few years ago, I wrote a story a day for a year. I wrote each story from a prompt word. The trick? I only had a single minute…
From Prompt to Premiere – Adapting work into other media
Can One Word, One Minute, and One Idea Spark a Movie? Yep. How easily can you adapt a work into another medium. A few years ago, I wrote a story a day for a year. I wrote each story from a prompt word. The trick? I only had a single minute in which to write the tale. This creativity project revolutionized my writing and my life.
izoldatauthor.com
July 6, 2025 at 2:50 PM
From Prompt to Premiere – Adapting work into other media
Can One Word, One Minute, and One Idea Spark a Movie? Yep. How easily can you adapt a work into another medium. A few years ago, I wrote a story a day for a year. I wrote each story from a prompt word. The trick? I only had a single minute…
Can One Word, One Minute, and One Idea Spark a Movie? Yep. How easily can you adapt a work into another medium. A few years ago, I wrote a story a day for a year. I wrote each story from a prompt word. The trick? I only had a single minute…
NTS: If you're wondering why #podcast guest pitches have dried up, check the email address the pitches are going to. I just waded through more than 200 pitches. Don't get me wrong. It's a good problem to have because it means people want to be on the show. But I feel bad because I hadn't replied.
July 1, 2025 at 3:06 PM
NTS: If you're wondering why #podcast guest pitches have dried up, check the email address the pitches are going to. I just waded through more than 200 pitches. Don't get me wrong. It's a good problem to have because it means people want to be on the show. But I feel bad because I hadn't replied.
NYC folks. Vote today. #democraticprimary
June 24, 2025 at 2:38 PM
NYC folks. Vote today. #democraticprimary
‘Boredom is discomfort with being fully present in the current moment.”
Dr. Andrea Bonior’s quote floored me and inspired this episode of Your Creative Mind.
Listen in. Reflect. Create from a different place.
#creativitypodcast #selfawareness
Dr. Andrea Bonior’s quote floored me and inspired this episode of Your Creative Mind.
Listen in. Reflect. Create from a different place.
#creativitypodcast #selfawareness
June 17, 2025 at 6:09 PM
‘Boredom is discomfort with being fully present in the current moment.”
Dr. Andrea Bonior’s quote floored me and inspired this episode of Your Creative Mind.
Listen in. Reflect. Create from a different place.
#creativitypodcast #selfawareness
Dr. Andrea Bonior’s quote floored me and inspired this episode of Your Creative Mind.
Listen in. Reflect. Create from a different place.
#creativitypodcast #selfawareness
Just read this and it brought me up short. Holy crap!
“Boredom is discomfort with being fully present in the current moment.”
Andrea Bonior PhD, Detox Your Thoughts
“Boredom is discomfort with being fully present in the current moment.”
Andrea Bonior PhD, Detox Your Thoughts
June 12, 2025 at 2:17 AM
Just read this and it brought me up short. Holy crap!
“Boredom is discomfort with being fully present in the current moment.”
Andrea Bonior PhD, Detox Your Thoughts
“Boredom is discomfort with being fully present in the current moment.”
Andrea Bonior PhD, Detox Your Thoughts
Brian Wilson, the voice of a generation. RIP. “God only knows what is be without you.”
June 11, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Brian Wilson, the voice of a generation. RIP. “God only knows what is be without you.”
I want to be a guest panelist on The View. Why not have regular person folks (with a bit of TV and/or speaking experience) on there? Wouldn't it be cool to get the views of people who are boots on the ground living life in the USA right now? #theview #whoopigolderg
June 9, 2025 at 5:56 PM
I want to be a guest panelist on The View. Why not have regular person folks (with a bit of TV and/or speaking experience) on there? Wouldn't it be cool to get the views of people who are boots on the ground living life in the USA right now? #theview #whoopigolderg
Oy. Why does everything fab always happen at the exact same time?
June 8, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Oy. Why does everything fab always happen at the exact same time?
Your character makes a move. You don’t force the next line. You listen and then respond. Just like in chess. I play myself each morning to practice noticing. And writing.
#ChessAndWriting #MorningMoves #WritersOfBlueSky
#ChessAndWriting #MorningMoves #WritersOfBlueSky
June 8, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Your character makes a move. You don’t force the next line. You listen and then respond. Just like in chess. I play myself each morning to practice noticing. And writing.
#ChessAndWriting #MorningMoves #WritersOfBlueSky
#ChessAndWriting #MorningMoves #WritersOfBlueSky
I just ran my first live rehearsal as both the playwright and the director of a scene from my play, "Expiration Date." Grateful to the actors for plumbing the depths of this this ten-minute two-hander and giving me gold. #actors #playwright #director
June 7, 2025 at 6:57 PM
I just ran my first live rehearsal as both the playwright and the director of a scene from my play, "Expiration Date." Grateful to the actors for plumbing the depths of this this ten-minute two-hander and giving me gold. #actors #playwright #director
Happy June! Happy Pride! To the LGBTQAI+ people in my life and beyond, I love you. My door is open, and I will stand with you. Always. #pride #loveislove
June 1, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Happy June! Happy Pride! To the LGBTQAI+ people in my life and beyond, I love you. My door is open, and I will stand with you. Always. #pride #loveislove
Watched AJLT season 3 ep 1 as well as the Hacks finale. Women on TV being funny and owning the screen is my love language. #hacks #jeansmart #andjustlikethat #sjp #comedy
May 31, 2025 at 2:16 AM
Watched AJLT season 3 ep 1 as well as the Hacks finale. Women on TV being funny and owning the screen is my love language. #hacks #jeansmart #andjustlikethat #sjp #comedy
Not all mysteries are alike.
I broke down 15 sub-genres from psychological thrillers to cozy whodunits. Writers: this helps your craft. Readers: this helps your TBR.
Which kind grabs you first?
#WritingTips #MysteryBooks #IzoldaT
I broke down 15 sub-genres from psychological thrillers to cozy whodunits. Writers: this helps your craft. Readers: this helps your TBR.
Which kind grabs you first?
#WritingTips #MysteryBooks #IzoldaT
May 29, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Not all mysteries are alike.
I broke down 15 sub-genres from psychological thrillers to cozy whodunits. Writers: this helps your craft. Readers: this helps your TBR.
Which kind grabs you first?
#WritingTips #MysteryBooks #IzoldaT
I broke down 15 sub-genres from psychological thrillers to cozy whodunits. Writers: this helps your craft. Readers: this helps your TBR.
Which kind grabs you first?
#WritingTips #MysteryBooks #IzoldaT