Writing a book is tough. Coming up with a new concept is even harder. There is a literary theory swirling in the universe which states that there… Read more “Archetypes: Super Hero vs Super Villain”
Tag: Publishing
World Building and Big Cities/Small Communities
Hello writing friends! I hope you are well on this last day of August. I don’t know about you, but I can already tell that the northern… Read more “World Building and Big Cities/Small Communities”
What I’m Reading this Summer
Since I’ve been taking a break from writing as I enter the last phases of wedding planning, I have had more time to read. As writers, we… Read more “What I’m Reading this Summer”
Literary Trend Spotting: Prepositional Phrases as Titles
When you get into mainstream publishing, everything functions on trends. When a title becomes popular, you start to see dozens of look-a-likes: similar titles, similar cover images,… Read more “Literary Trend Spotting: Prepositional Phrases as Titles”
Book Launch and Promo Recap
The past month has been a whirlwind, both incredibly busy and exciting! NightWind has been available to readers for about a month and I am now officially… Read more “Book Launch and Promo Recap”
What’s Next
The excitement of publishing my latest book has come and nearly gone. With just a couple of items left to tick off on my to do list,… Read more “What’s Next”
ConQuesT 50
Hey there and happy Spring, readers! May is half over, so it’s time to start thinking about ConQuesTÂ which is just a week away! ConQuesT is an annual… Read more “ConQuesT 50”
Books, Babies and Birthdays (oh my!)
It’s another drizzly Saturday here in KC, but I am buzzing with excitement! NightWind is officially available for pre-order on Amazon! Well, the Kindle edition is. I’m… Read more “Books, Babies and Birthdays (oh my!)”
NightWind Cover Reveal
I’m so excited to share with you today the cover for NightWind! And it’s not a moment too soon as publication day is May 24, 2019! Pre-Order… Read more “NightWind Cover Reveal”
Enrich Your Fiction: Partnering With Designers
Writing isn’t all about the written word. If your book doesn’t have shelf appeal, then the likelihood that someone is going to pick it up and read… Read more “Enrich Your Fiction: Partnering With Designers”
Writer vs the World 