A Real-Time Look at Writing, Publishing, and Building Something That Lasts
My name is Trip Thunhorst.
I’ve worked in marketing, business development, and brand strategy for decades.
I’ve also written extensively—poetry, essays, and commentary that challenges norms and explores difficult truths.
Now, I’m combining both sides:
The creative work of writing and the strategic work of publishing it myself.
This site is where I share that journey.
📌 What This Is
Buzz-Builders is not a blog.
It’s a working file, a documentation of how I’m publishing my own work, growing an audience, and building long-term value as a writer.
You’ll see what I’m doing, how I’m doing it, and what I learn along the way.
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No gatekeeping.
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No shortcuts.
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No inflated promises.
🔍 What You’ll Find Here
Self-Publishing in Practice
Not the theory. The process.
From manuscript prep to building a reader list, I’ll walk through the steps, tools, and decisions I make.
Marketing and Audience Growth
I bring 20+ years of experience in strategy and marketing.
You’ll see how those skills apply to writing—and how you can use the same approach, even if you’re starting from zero.
Creative Work with Commercial Intent
I still write—regularly, publicly, and with purpose.
But I’m also interested in what it means to distribute and sustain your creative output. That’s the difference between writing as a hobby and treating it as a serious endeavor.
🙋 Who This Is For
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Writers looking to publish and grow without relying on traditional systems
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Creatives who want to turn attention into something lasting
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Business-minded individuals who also value language, message, and meaning
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Anyone who wants to understand how writing and marketing intersect in the real world
📨 Follow Along
I send out periodic updates with what’s working, what’s not, and how I’m building this out piece by piece.
If that’s something you want to follow, you can join the list below.
No spam. Just insight.