Entertainment Business

The Authentic Actor: the Art and Business of Being Yourself illuminates for today’s actors the skills, strategies, and mental approach to navigating the intersection of art and commerce. It’s the culmination of Michael Laskin’s over forty years in the profession, and thousands of hours of classroom work and private coaching. Today’s “Authentic Actor” is someone who has successfully merged their highly developed talent with their fully examined identity. Defining, refining, and understanding your indelibility as an actor, your “blink-of-an-eye” factor, is key.

Million Dollar Sound is the ultimate step-by-step guide for entrepreneurs, creators, and music lovers who want to turn AI-generated music into a full-time income or scalable digital empire—no studio, no label, no musical background required. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced producer looking to modernize your workflow, this book shows you how to use AI tools like Suno, Boomy, and Soundraw to create high-quality music fast—and build real wealth from it.

In this audiobook, Kala discusses many of the ancient mystery school topics, which are designed to stir the soul, awaken the mind, and reveal long-forgotten memories of past lives, as well as inspire you to explore the magnificence of who you really are.

Josh Blaylock's now classic how-to prose book about the business of comic book publishing, after selling out of its updated 2012 edition, is now being rereleased to include Tim Seeley's companion writings on the behind-the-scenes realities of being a comic book artist.

Chanakya's Seven Pillars construct (Model), Chanakya's teaching are still very relevant and pertinent in the current business context both in letter and in spirit. In this interesting audio podcast, The listener will hear from some of India's most successful in business and otherwise : Mr. Narayana Murthy, Dr. Santrupt Misra, Vinita Bali, Subroto Bagchi, Raamdeo Agrawal, D. Sivanandhan.

Step inside the booth. You're not just listening to a book — you're stepping into a fully cinematic audio experience crafted by multi-platinum producer and artist Brendon A. Waters. Bait to Plate isn’t just a metaphor — it’s a masterclass in survival, strategy, and soul in the modern music industry. In this exclusive audiobook edition, Brendon narrates with the same rhythm and realness that brought his records to Billboard charts and global stages.

Dreaming of becoming a successful DJ? Touring the world, playing major festivals, releasing music on top labels—this book gives you the real roadmap to make it happen. With 20 action-packed chapters, you’ll learn everything from finding your first crowd to rocking major stages, avoiding common mistakes, showing you the struggles, and doing the hard work that actually leads to success.

Long before Shark Tank, there was Ron Popeil, the man who demonstrated products on the small screen with enthusiasm and a mega-watt smile. For five decades, the late-night, rapid-fire pitchman was a television staple, and virtually every corner of America knew who he was and bought in the millions the "indispensable" products he hawked. Here is the rags-to-riches story of Popeil, the man who sliced, diced, and julienned his way into our hearts and wallets— packed with hands-on, nuts-and-bolts guidance on how anyone with a product idea can make big money.

Photography is one of the few hobbies that is relatively easy to pick up. Some may believe there is a secret to taking beautiful photographs. However, there are certain factors to consider if you want to enjoy the hobby of photographing stunning images.

Think your “great voice” is enough to make it in VO? Spoiler alert: It’s not. In today’s competitive voice-over industry, it takes grit, gear, and relentless grind. This book delivers the real deal from someone who's lived it for over 30 years—radio veteran and full-time VO pro Keith Kramer. This is not your average fluffy “follow your dreams” pep talk. This is a tactical, no-B.S. roadmap to help beginners, part-timers, and even radio folks transition into a profitable, sustainable VO career.

Die deutsche Filmbranche ist zweifellos eine der anspruchsvollsten und kompetitivsten Branchen weltweit. Besonders in Deutschland, wo Budgets oft begrenzt sind und die Mentalität der Menschen herausfordernd sein kann, ist es schwierig, Fuß zu fassen. Doch inmitten dieser Herausforderungen gibt es stets jene, die es schaffen, sich in dieser Branche zu etablieren und erfolgreich zu sein.

Unlock the secrets to achieving success in character entertainment licensing with this comprehensive guide. Learn effective strategies for maximizing revenue, utilizing intellectual property, and successfully navigating licensing agreements. Our focus is mastering brand licensing, creating captivating consumer products, and staying at the forefront of industry trends.

Forget everything you think you know about the acting industry. No matter what "they" say, a successful career in the acting profession is actually possible for anyone. Life's too short not to follow your dreams. Acting Is My Day Job: Seven Strategies to Market and Make Money as an Actor provides actionable strategies to build momentum, capitalize on early success, and build the habits required to establish a lasting acting career. Matthew Dearing delivers the truth about what it takes to be a working actor, leaving no more room for regret and excuses.

For aspiring and seasoned music producers alike, the lack of transparency in the industry can lead to confusion, costly mistakes, and missed opportunities. Without a clear set of guidelines, many talented producers stumble not because of a lack of ability but because they simply are not equipped with the right knowledge or strategy to navigate industry demands. This audiobook is here to serve as a comprehensive guide-a rulebook that translates the complexities of the music business into actionable steps.

Here Comes the Night: Bert Berns and the Dirty Business of Rhythm and Blues is both a definitive account of the New York rhythm and blues world of the early '60s, and the harrowing, ultimately tragic story of songwriter and record producer Bert Berns, whose meteoric career was fueled by his pending doom. His heart damaged by rheumatic fever as a youth, doctors told Berns he would not live to see 21. Although his name is little remembered today, Berns worked alongside all the greats of the era.

In 1968 Mick Jagger couldn't understand why the Rolling Stones were broke. The man he asked for help was a German prince, a merchant banker. They forged an unlikely alliance which re-invented the business of rock 'n' roll. As a youthquake shook the Establishment, Prince Rupert Loewenstein thrived in both worlds, never relinquishing his elegance or decorum. Coolly impartial and dryly humorous, this is a refreshingly different take on the rock 'n' roll world from within its inner sanctum.

Do you have a talented child that everyone says is made for television but you’ve hit a brick wall in helping them break into show business? Well this audiobook will outline everything you need to know and do to successfully navigate the entertainment industry. No matter where you live, there are steps you can take to get your child’s professional acting career started today! There are many people out there who claim they can help guide you through this journey but the reality of it is that no one can understand what it means to be the SPCA (Supportive Parent of A Child Actor).

What’s your story? It’s a question human beings have been asking each other since we first gathered around a campfire. Millennia later, this human need for storytelling hasn’t changed. We communicate most effectively through our personal stories - and our professional success depends on it. This groundbreaking guide shows you how to tap into the timeless power of storytelling to transform your business.

With the advent of the internet, releasing music has never been easier. The playing field has been seriously leveled, and musicians no longer have to rely on the power of record labels to get their music to the masses. Unfortunately, while this presents some incredible opportunities, it also comes with one colossal inevitability—getting heard is nigh-on impossible. Unless, of course, you know how to cut through the noise. In this book, you'll find everything you need to know to launch a successful music career, even if you've no experience putting your music out to the masses.

With the boom of the esports industry, everyone wants to know how they can be part of it. In this book, I have answered those questions, and dozens more, based on my years of experience working in the professional esports scene as a team manager. In this book, you will find no topic was off limits. I talk about the past, present, and future of esports and different aspects of the professional gaming industry at large.