Hakeem Ali-Bocas Alexander, PhD, MH

How I Rescued a “Dead” 2015 MacBook Air to Recover a Priceless Manuscript

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Author: Dr. Hakeem Ali-Bocas Alexander, PhDMethodology: Dictation, Transcription, Summarization (DTS) & AI-Assisted AnalysisPublished on: OnePersonEnterprise.com | One Person Enterprise Podcast Listen to “Data Recovery Rescue: Saving a Manuscript from a "Dead" 2015 MacBook Air” on Spreaker. The Problem: A Writer’s Worst Nightmare A client—a writer—faced every creator’s fear: her primary device, a 2015 MacBook Air, would not power on. … Read more

What the AALA’s Ethical Code Really Means for Writers: A Guide for Authors and Aspiring Agents

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Learn the rules on reading fees, client money, and editorial services to find a legitimate literary agent or build an ethical practice. Host: Dr. Hakeem Ali-Bocas Alexander PhDAI Co-host: Ethos (a persona of Google Gemini, with its imperfections documented for authenticity) Listen to “Literary Agent Ethics: The AALA Rules on Fees, Editing & Client Money” on Spreaker. … Read more

The Legitimate Literary Agent: AALA Membership, Ethics, and No Upfront Fees (Part 4)

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While many reputable agents are AALA members, membership is not mandatory for an agent or agency to be legitimate. The key indicator of a reputable literary agency, whether an AALA member or not, is that they do not charge upfront fees to the author and work on a commission basis, earning money only when they … Read more

Literary Agent Querying Best Practices (Part Three)

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In a comprehensive podcast analysis, Dr. Hakeem Ali-Bocas Alexander PhD explores the essential strategies for authors seeking literary representation, drawing directly from the expertise of Bookends Literary Agency. The discussion reveals critical insights into the modern querying process, emphasizing efficiency, professionalism, and strategic alignment between authors and agents. Listen to “Literary Agent Querying Best Practices” … Read more

The Literary Agent’s Financial Playbook: Deals, Rights, and Royalties (Part 2)

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Listen to “The Agent's Edge: Money, Movies & Manuscripts | Part 2” on Spreaker. How much does a literary agent actually make? What’s the real value of a film option? Part 2 of our masterclass demystifies the financial landscape for authors and agents. We delve deep into compensation structures, exploring everything from standard commissions and … Read more

Masterclass: How to Effectively Become a Successful Literary Agent (Part One)

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Check out the first part of our masterclass on becoming a successful literary agent. This detailed blog post and embedded podcast episode deconstruct the world of author representation, using the speculative fiction genre as a powerful case study. Learn the vital role of an agent, the importance of specialization, and get an inside look at … Read more

The Eternality Argument: A Summary

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From Cosmic Questions to a New Foundation for Reality For centuries, science and philosophy have asked the same fundamental questions: What is the universe? Where did it come from? What is our place in it? Modern cosmology offers a detailed history of our universe but hits a logical wall when confronted with its ultimate origin and nature. … Read more

What is a Lo-Fi Audiobook Podcast? | A New Way to Experience Books

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Dr. Hakeem Alexander explains his project to create serialized lo-fi audiobook podcasts. Learn how the aesthetic of analog imperfections—tape hiss, vinyl crackle, and ambient noise—brings a new layer of atmosphere to audiobooks and spoken-word content. Listen to “The Art of Lo-Fi Audiobook Podcasts: Serializing Books with Analog Soul” on Spreaker. Currently Complete Lo-Fi, AudioBook PodCasts … Read more

Finding Your Content Creation Superpower: A One-Person Enterprise Blueprint with Kaizen & Kintsugi

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Explore the insightful conversation between Hakeem Ali-Bocas Alexander and Vega about content creation, the one-person enterprise, and the wisdom of Kaizen and Kintsugi. This post includes the full podcast audio and an in-depth research report analyzing Hakeem’s philosophy and methods. This dialogue highlights Hakeem’s unique perspective on content creation, his commitment to continuous improvement, and … Read more

Build a One-Person Empire: How AI is Revolutionizing Solo Businesses

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The future of solo business is here, and it’s surprisingly accessible and efficient, thanks to AI. Discover how to build a thriving one-person enterprise using AI tools and techniques. This blog post explores the essential workflow of dictation, transcription, and summarization, inspired by the insights of Hakeem Ali-Bocas Alexander. Learn how to leverage AI to … Read more