Creatorwood

In this episode of the Beyond the Book Podcast, I unveil the biggest things I learned while working for MrBeast. For those that don’t know (because I totally haven’t shared this a thousand times 😂), I worked for MrBeast for the better part of a year in 2024 to the beginning of 2025.

Here are 5 quick takeaways that MrBeast taught me about writing better books:

1. Retention is Key: Keep your readers hooked from start to finish. The longer they stay, the more they tell others, and the more money you make.

2. Find Your Retention Point...

Did you know 97% of people who want to write a book never finish their first book?

When Kauffman, who runs the WriteNow YouTube channel, shared with me this stat live on the Beyond the Book Podcast, I was a little mind-blown.

Some research after the podcast proved to me… that although we can’t ever get an exact statistic here, Kauffman was certainly not far from the truth.

8 months ago, I started this newsletter with one quote: “All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them” – Walt Disney

Wheth...

In this episode of the Beyond the Book Podcast, I talk about the most powerful emotion for book marketing: awe.

Sometimes we think that book marketing means creating endless ads and TikToks.

And sure… sometimes… it can be.

BUT, the real thing we want to do when we market our books is get readers to share our stories with others. This is the core of what “going viral” means.

After working for the most viral creator in the world (MrBeast), I’ve learned time and time again that the best way to get att...

I got to sit down with Amit Gupta, the co-founder of Sudowrite, and it was FASCINATING.

Look, I know AI can be a scary topic for writers. There’s the fear of the machines taking over, the questions about authenticity, and the general feeling of “what does this even MEAN for my writing process?”

Amit gets it. He built Sudowrite out of his own struggles with writing and to make AI a great partners for writers – not a replacement.

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I had an absolute blast talking with the multi-talented artist, author, and photographer Therena Carlin on the podcast this week!

We dive into:

Crowdfunding Secrets: Therena’s a pro, having run 14 campaigns! She spills her secrets on building a loyal community and creating irresistible rewards (like those GORGEOUS sprayed edges!).Combining Art & Story: How Therena weaves her stunning artwork into her novels, making them a truly unique experience for readers.The Power of Community: Therena’s philosophy on creating merch that infuses storytelling into the design with Derpy Dragons.

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Discover the rise of 90-second films—short, serialized dramas making billions on apps. Learn how AI and platforms like Creatorwood empower creators to enter this booming market affordably.

Read the Creatorwood book, all about building a movie business with AI, for free: https://www.blog.creatorwood.tv/subscribe Join the Creatorwood Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/creatorwood J

oin the beta of the Creatorwood platform: https://make.creatorwood.tv/

Sign-up for the waitlist for the Six-Figure Film Accelerator: https://learn.creatorwood.tv/

EPISODE CHAPTERS:

The Rise of 90-S...

The wait is over: the Movie Machine is here. Creatorwood’s AI makes filmmaking faster, cheaper, and more accessible than ever before.

Read the Creatorwood book, all about building a movie business with AI, for free: https://www.blog.creatorwood.tv/subscribe

Join the Creatorwood Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/creatorwood

Join the beta of the Creatorwood platform: https://make.creatorwood.tv/

Sign-up for the waitlist for the Six-Figure Film Accelerator: https://learn.creatorwood.tv/

EPISODE CHAPTERS:

The Magic of AI in Filmmaking 00:00:00 - 00:00:37

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Novae Caelum is on a mission to create an indie studio to produce their books into shows and movies – all powered by AI. Today we sit down with Novae to learn their strategy, how they use different AI tools today, and get a window into the future of filmmaking coming to life today.

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Watch King's Weaver on Creatorwood by Novae Caelum: https://www.creatorwood.tv/explore/shows/707bcaa7-f9d4-487f-906f-42b87ea670be/watch/7415235d-5ad6-466c-ab09-b659050e8c64 Read Novae's Books: https://novaecaelum.com/

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Join Michael for an honest update on Creatorwood’s beta journey, a platform that turns stories into movies using AI. Learn about our progress, challenges, future plans, and how we're empowering storytellers to break industry barriers.

Join the waitlist for the beta of the Creatorwood platform: https://make.creatorwood.tv/

Read the Creatorwood book, all about building a movie business with AI, for free: https://www.blog.creatorwood.tv/subscribe

Join the Creatorwood Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/creatorwood

Sign-up for the waitlist for the Six-Figure Film Accelerator: https://le...

Imagine creating a full-length movie or TV show, in less than an hour, all from your story, script, or book. That’s exactly what our revolutionary Movie Machine can do, and it’s just the beginning of the incredible filmmaking future we’re building with Creatorwood.

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Read the Creatorwood book, all about building a movie business with AI, for free: https://www.blog.creatorwood.tv/subscribe

Join the Creatorwood Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/creatorwood

Join the beta of the Creatorwood platform: https://make.creatorwood.tv/

Sign...

Discover how to turn your stories into profitable films and shows using AI, without Hollywood budgets or studio approval. Learn step-by-step strategies to test, create, and scale your content—building a loyal audience, leveraging content marketing, paid ads, and collaborations.

Join the beta of the Creatorwood platform: https://make.creatorwood.tv/

Read the Creatorwood book, all about building a movie business with AI, for free: https://www.blog.creatorwood.tv/subscribe

Join the Creatorwood Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/creatorwood

Join the Six-Figure Film Accelerator: https://learn.creatorwood.tv/

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This podcast, hosted by Michael Evans, explores how independent storytellers can capitalize on the booming AI filmmaking industry. It covers five essential steps—from researching the market and developing pilot episodes to creating movies with AI and scaling your film business—empowering creators to turn their ideas into profitable films and shows.

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Read the Creatorwood book, all about building a movie business with AI, for free: https://www.blog.creatorwood.tv/subscribe

Join the Creatorwood Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/creatorwood

Join the beta of the Creatorwood plat...

YouTube just dropped a bombshell—AI-generated videos are no longer eligible for monetization. What does this mean for creators using tools like ChatGPT, Sora, or Midjourney? In this video, we break down the new policy, what counts as "AI content," and how to stay on the right side of the rules.

Read the Creatorwood book, all about building a movie business with AI, for free: https://www.makeyourownmovies.tv/subscribe.

Join the Make Your Own Movies Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makeyourownmoviesc.

Join the beta of the Creatorwood platform: https://creatorwood.tv...

Kling vs Veo 3 – Which AI Video Tool Reigns Supreme? We compare the newest AI video tools: ByteDance’s Kling and Google DeepMind’s Veo 3. See which one delivers more realism, creative control, and cinematic quality for creators in 2025.

Read the Creatorwood book, all about building a movie business with AI, for free: https://www.makeyourownmovies.tv/subscribe

Join the Make Your Own Movies Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makeyourownmoviesc

Join the beta of the Creatorwood platform: https://creatorwood.tv/

Sign up for the waitlist for the Make Your Own Movies...

Hollywood is crumbling. You’re the replacement.

Welcome to Creatorwood, the no-BS playbook for turning your stories into films, and your films into scalable businesses. Whether you’re a solo writer or a burnt-out creator, this is how you build your own studio, grow your audience, and take back control. No gatekeepers required.

EPISODES & CHAPTERS:

Chapter 1: Welcome to Creatorwood 00:00:00-00:07:11

Chapter 2: Viewers First 00:07:11 - 00:16:28

Chapter 3: Your First Steps to Making A Movie or Show 00:16:28 - 00:21:36

Chapter 4: Storyboarding: The Blueprint of Your Film 00:21:36 - 00:28:05

Chapter 5: Generating Your...