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Stuck In An Elevator Releases to Kindle & iBooks

Matt Talford

Friday, February 1st, 2019, marks the release of my third unique title in four years (I actually released a second edition of my first book, “From Fear to Faith: A Survivor’s Story” in 2017).  Though I’ve been an avid fan of books from just about all genres, I admit that non-fiction has been (and in my mind, still is) my staple.  For some reason, I’ve always found true tales to be more fascinating than those that are creations of an author’s imagination.  But something changed just two weeks ago.boo First,…

SPORTS: The Trevor Lawrence Problem (and Solution)

Matt Talford

If you’re reading this article, you’re probably thinking: “Trevor Lawrence Problem??  What Trevor Lawrence problem?  You mean, Trevor Lawrence: the 19 y/o kid who, as a true freshman, led the Clemson Tigers to a best-ever 15-0 record, and a 44–16 College Football National Championship victory over the seemingly invincible Alabama Crimson Tide?” Oh yeah, THAT Trevor Lawrence… so what’s the problem?  Here’s the answer to that question… Well… Trevor Lawrence is ready for the NFL draft, but that’s not the problem.  The problem is that he’s locked into three more…

“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…

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…

Are You Operating in Your Gifts?

Matt Talford

What Are Gifts? By its dictionary definition, a gift is something given willingly to someone without payment.  I like to further that definition by saying that a gift is something given to a person, that he or she did not ask for.  Gifts are also defined as “natural talents or abilities” (which is the basis from which I write this article). So, it is generally accepted by most, that everyone (including you) has one or more of these “natural talents or abilities”; the question is, have you identified yours?  If…