195. Special Guest Michael Jan Friedman: Creating the Card Game Self*ish

Show notes provided by Joe Peluso

  Webster defines selfish, "as devoted to or caring for oneself". But when you are a New York Times Bestselling Author, you might be inclined to redefine selfish as "fun". And that's exactly what Michael Jan Friedman has done with his most recent Kickstarter launch--Self*Ish. It's the card game that brings out the best of our worst side.   Join your hosts James, Chris, and Joe as they sit down for another visit with Mike, and get a master class on how to create a fun, innovative card game with just enough snark to put a devious smile on your face.   Mike takes us through the process from its inception to completion. Along the way he and, our resident card "shark" Chris, delve into the finer points of conceiving, playing, and marketing these time-honored games. If you prefer a card game with tricks, actions, and an engrossing narrative than Self*Ish belongs on your shelf.   And as you may recall from previous episodes that featured Mike, he is a prolific wordsmith who is always delivering for his fans. So stick around for the end of this episode and get a preview of Phenomenons Volume 3, and the further adventures of Robinson Dark. You will not be disappointed.