Sean Buvala, Storyteller

Sean Buvala is an author. He is a storyteller. He is a publisher. He’s a husband and father. He really likes to prepare meals for his family. He began his work way back in the 80’s. When it seemed the globe was going leg-warmers and mullets, Sean was teaching storytelling to corporations and other organizations. Where does story move in your own life? Your home, your school, your business are all effected and affected by the stories told and experienced. Your stories can create friends and allies. They can also challenge the thinking of others. Your story is yours alone. Embrace, crafit it, and find a way to tell it to the world. He’s been at work with Fortune 500 companies, which was cool and all, but he says his heart really lies with the “We’re Fortunate to Have Five of Us Working Here” companies. Think to your own life. Aren’t there stories that you share with others, stories that bring you together through your shared joys and sorrows? People are hungry to have their stories shared. Look at the new rise of storytelling in every nook and cranny, every stage and library, every kitchen table and coffee-shop seating. Story is yours for the taking and yours to share. If along the way, you want to get better at crafting those stories from the raw materials of your life, contact Sean Buvala. We’ll find a way for you to hone your craft to shining, making I accessible and engaging for whatever, whoever, wherever your audience can be found. When Sean is not coaching others, he’s training new authors for The Small-Tooth-Dog Publishing Group in Arizona or performing onstage at any number of spoken word events around the greater Phoenix area in Arizona. You can find him over on Twitter as @storyteller or on Instagram as @seantells. Let’s talk.

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Embracing Rejection: The Path to Publishing Success | Sean Buvala, Storyteller and Author

Let's have a heart-to-heart about rejection. You know that little voice in your mind that whispers, "I can't do this!"? Well, let's kick that voice to the curb right now.

Rejection is part of publishing. Don't take it seriously. 

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(via Spark: Stories for Non-Profit Organizations)  ::: Before you start collecting stories, it’s important to know who you’re trying to reach. Take the time to understand your target audience’s interests, values, and beliefs. This will help you narrow down the types of stories you should seek. You might be tempted to say, “Of course we already know who we serve.” However, in these days of fast-shifting priorities and needs, when did you recently look at the avatar of the clients you serve? The last four years (this is 2023) have significantly changed how people interact and behave with the world. Do you know who you are serving now? ::::

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Storytelling with Teens - Storyteller.net

Stories can engage and inspire young people, helping them to learn and grow. Oral storytelling with teens is a great place to start if you want to connect.

Stories can engage and inspire young people, helping them to learn and grow. Oral storytelling with teens is a great place to start if you want to connect.

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Do you want to become a better communicator? Here are 3 key components to help you become an effective communicator: being interested in the person, asking unusual questions, listening for feeling as well as words. Use these tips to build better relationships with family, friends, and colleagues. See the entire articleDo you want to become a better communicator? Here are 3 key components to help you become an effective communicator: being interested in the person, asking unusual questions, listening for feeling as well as words. Use these tips to build better relationships with family, friends, and colleagues. See the entire article.

Do you want to become a better communicator? Here are 3 key components to help you become an effective communicator: being interested in the person, asking unusual questions, listening for feeling as well as words. Use these tips to build better relationships with family, friends, and colleagues. See the entire article.

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“While MY EXPANSION is clearly a children’s book, the messages it conveys are as much directed at parents as they are at children.” ~Indie Reader

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Approaching a publisher can be a great experience, even if nerve-wracking. Following these tips can make a great first impression and increase your chances of publishing your book. Good luck!

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First, be consistent. If you only show up on Facebook every now and then to advertise something, you're not going to get very far. Instead, make a plan for yourself.

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Maybe you’ve hit a wall in your own mindset. It’s easy to fall into fatalism and nihilism, my artist friends.

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There is no question about it: children need to read. Those little brains are like sponges, and the windows for learning are constantly opening and closing throughout their lives. Reading builds Minds 🧠 Skills ✏️📝 Understanding 🧿 Thinking. 🤔 Read to and with your children. Keep books 📚 in your home. Help your child grow. Connect kids with books, both big and small. Don't worry about "reading level" - just let your kid read.

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Hey, #author. As you go into 2023 and the very thought of doing your own social media makes you crazy, why not look at what we have to offer in our DFY (done for you) project? smalltoothdog.com/dfy

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"Art both reveals and revels in our humanity." ~Michelle Buvala

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Listen when your kid is ready to tell you their story.

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Your story needs to be heard.

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Let your kids see you reading. Be all sneaky about it and arouse their interest. You don't have to make a formal announcement about reading...just read where you can be seen reading. smalltoothdog.com/daddy

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I love teaching teachers to tell stories.

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Nothing nothing nothing gets done until you take action. You can do it.