Story Coach Workshop with Joe Mynhardt

$20.00

Joe Mynhardt, the mind (founder, CEO, publisher, editor, author, etc.) behind Crystal Lake, is offering a Story Coaching workshop (one-on-one via Zoom) for only $20. In under 60 minutes, Joe will help turn your rough idea into a workable plot (no matter the genre).

“Joe took my hazy idea from zero to one hundred. Make excellent suggestions for characters’ motives and guided my sorry little outline into a story I would like to read myself.”—Rose C Rushbrooke

“Joe has a talent for quickly identifying the core of a story idea, and his brainstorming suggestions were inspiring. In a gentle, collaborative manner, he helped me find my theme and end point. Highly recommended.”—KT Wagner

“What sets Joe apart is his knowledge and expertise and his genuine respect for every writer, regardless of their experience level. He believes in the power of each story and goes above and beyond to help make it the best it can be. Working with Joe has been a transformative experience. I recommend his mentorship to all experienced writers.”—Samantha Almeida

“Joe was incredibly helpful, discerning, and enthusiastic. I appreciated his thoroughness as we went through each of the ideas I was thinking of exploring in the writer’s journey—his keen sense of story helped us narrow in on one that would not only be easier for a novice like me to work on but that was also appealing as a work other might appreciate.

I learned more in 30 minutes with Joe than I had in hours of reading and working on my own. I highly recommend his services! He’s top notch.”—Michael Harrington

“It was so fun brainstorming my novella with Joe. In less than forty minutes he helped me develop a nebulous idea that had been floating around in my brain into a complete story with plot, characters, theme and an emotional centre. It was easy to do the rest of the planning after talking to him. I’m excited about writing my novella. I’d love to brainstorm all my books with him.”—Iseult Murphy

“Working with Joe is such a joy. He prompts you for feedback and helps you to find the best plot narrative for your story. With Joe’s help, your story will go from good to great.”—Edmund Stone, Author of Tent Revival and the Rebecca Mythos series

 

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Joe Mynhardt stands as a paragon in the horror literary world, a Bram Stoker Award-winning South African publisher, editor, story coach, and mentor with over a decade of experience. As the founder and CEO of Crystal Lake Entertainment, Joe has transformed a humble 2012 startup into a multifaceted Intellectual Property powerhouse. Under his visionary leadership, Crystal Lake Publishing has become just one of the many thriving divisions of his company.

With a track record of working with and publishing works by luminaries such as Neil Gaiman, Clive Barker, Stephen King, Charlaine Harris, Ramsey Campbell, John Connolly, Jack Ketchum, Jonathan Maberry, Christopher Golden, Graham Masterton, Damien Angelica Walters, Adam Nevill, Lisa Morton, Elizabeth Massie, Joe R. Lansdale, Edward Lee, Paul Tremblay, and Wes Craven, Joe is the quintessential mentor for aspiring horror authors. His deep industry insights and extensive network place him in a unique position to guide both new and seasoned writers in the genre.

Joe’s commitment to nurturing talent and fostering author careers is at the heart of Crystal Lake Entertainment’s ethos. His approach is not just about publishing books; it’s about building a community, sharing knowledge, and being a beacon of friendship and guidance in the often-intimidating world of writing.

Since leaving his day job in 2016 to focus full-time on his passion, Joe has also excelled as a work-from-home dad, a role he embraced in 2018. His daughter, Cayleigh, named after his childhood influences Bruce Lee and Stan Lee, is a testament to his belief in the power of storytelling across all mediums. Joe’s love for great narratives extends beyond literature, encompassing comics, games, film, and television, with favorites ranging from Poe, Doyle, and Lovecraft to King, Connolly, and Gaiman.

Joe Mynhardt isn’t just a figure in the horror industry—he’s a driving force behind it, leading a successful online business that goes beyond the traditional boundaries of publishing. Discover more about Joe’s journey and Crystal Lake’s offerings at www.crystallakepub.com or connect with him on Facebook or Patreon (includes author tiers and a 7-day free trial), where he continues to inspire and lead the next generation of storytellers.

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