Author: Matt Talford

“Damnation” – A Review

Matt Talford

The following actually began as a Facebook post, but halfway through, I decided it was far too detailed not to share with a larger audience.  And after all, most people I know skip over lengthy Facebook posts anyway; so due to its length (short for a blog post but too long for FB), this article is tailor-made for the web.  Anyway, here goes…Early this morning, I finished watching the series, “Damnation,” after seeing its trailer on Netflix just a few short days ago.  For me, the completion of the season…

The Progression of Life

Matt Talford

Our parents perform the “rites” that usher us from rest and waiting, into this life of work.We, their children, perform the rites that usher our parents from this life of work, back unto rest and waiting.That is the progression of this life.And let us remember, that the setting of the sun, in one place, is the rising of that same sun, in another.  Smile. Matt D. Talford, Author (I was inspired to write this piece, during the recent celebration of the life, of the mother of a dear friend of the family.  I hope that…

When You Align Your Gifts With Purpose, You Become the Gift!

Matt Talford

Back in April of this year, I felt moved to write a piece about utilizing your gifts (if you have not seen it, you can read it here).  At the time, I had no idea that some six months later, I would be asked to conduct a breakout session at an annual Music & Arts seminar being hosted by two of my lifelong friends.Well, in not wanting to commit too quickly, I responded, “Let me think about it.  Can I give you an answer tomorrow?”  My friend agreed and we…

Having Faith Under Fire: Part II

Matt Talford

In this, the conclusion of a two-part monologue, author Matt D. Talford discusses the vital element critical to overcoming any challenge. Part Two of Two-Part Video Monologue (This video was originally recorded in January, 2018.  For more information on the book or to purchase, visit www.mdtalford.com/ff2f)   Matt D. Talford is a writer, narrator, and the author of “From Fear to Faith: A Survivor’s Story”  – a memoir about overcoming a rare form of what he calls “the C-word.”  The book is currently available in paperback on this website—click the…

Having Faith Under Fire: Part I

Matt Talford

What does it mean to have courage under fire?  In the following monologue, author Matt D. Talford delves into the topic, finding it increasingly challenging as he reminisces. Part One of a Two-Part Video Monologue (This video was originally recorded in January, 2018.  Part II will be available on Thursday, 10/25/2018.  For more information on the book or to purchase, visit www.mdtalford.com/ff2f)     Matt D. Talford is a writer, narrator, and the author of “From Fear to Faith: A Survivor’s Story”  – a memoir about overcoming a rare form…

Monday Morning Mood Lift

Matt Talford

Who doesn’t like to start their work week off with a little chuckle?  I hope this one does the trick for you!  Happy Monday!   Matt D. Talford is a freelance journalist and the author of “From Fear to Faith: A Survivor’s Story”  – a memoir about overcoming a rare form of what he calls “the C-word.”  The book is currently available in paperback on this website—click the “Products” link in the menu—and at Amazon.com.  It is also available in eBook format on Amazon Kindle and Apple iBooks, and in…

Survivor or Warrior – Time to Change the Narrative?

Matt Talford
Matt D Talford, Author

Author Matt D. Talford on why he prefers the term “warrior” to “survivor.” Matt D. Talford is a freelance journalist and the author of “From Fear to Faith: A Survivor’s Story”  – a memoir about overcoming a rare form of what he calls “the C-word.”  The book is currently available in paperback on this website—click the “Products” link in the menu—and at Amazon.com.  It is also available in eBook format on Amazon Kindle and Apple iBooks, and in audiobook (narrated by Talford himself) at audible.com, and at many other sites…

The Dark Side of Audiobook Production

Matt Talford

The following Forbes article (written by Adam Rowe – link at the bottom of this page) spotlights my only rant with being an independent publisher—who is both an audiobook producer and narrator. Thank God for companies like Author’s Republic and Findaway Voices, who are trying to set the example of how to do the right thing with regards to royalty payments, but even their hands are tied when it comes to giving authors their just due.  So back to my rant… Why should any audiobook vendor (I won’t name them but if…

The Irony of Dystopian Films

Matt Talford

As a writer and reader (mostly non-fiction, but I do enjoy a good fiction tale every now and then), I am well aware of the irony that goes into a lot of the literature that we read in books or see in motion pictures.  Studying irony of situation is one of the things that made English one of my favorite subjects in high school.  Well, a bit of irony recently occurred to me with regard to those futuristic, dystopian stories and films that are so popular among fans of that…