How often do you get these questions: What is it like for you when a new character pops into existence in your head? How does it work?… Read more “Where do characters come from?”
Tag: Research
Practice Makes Perfect
One of the biggest conundrums faced by research scientists is finishing a way to study the abstract concept of creativity. It’s seems that in one small way,… Read more “Practice Makes Perfect”
My Holiday 2018 Reading List
It’s almost time for Christmas and that means multiple days in a row with nothing to do but read (and eat chocolate)! As a writer, I feel… Read more “My Holiday 2018 Reading List”
Diving into Research
With Nightwind sitting with my beta readers, I’ve turned my attention fully to the research phase for Into the Sweetbitter Sea, my next project. This new novel… Read more “Diving into Research”
Hello, my name is…
With great power comes great responsibility. And there is perhaps no greater power (or responsibility) than bestowing a name upon another. I don’t have any tiny humans… Read more “Hello, my name is…”
My Sensory Game: Israel/Jordan
Last weekend, I came home to reality after a fantastic two-and-a-half week vacation to Israel and Jordan. Visiting the Middle East is not something I ever expected… Read more “My Sensory Game: Israel/Jordan”
My Book Marketing Experience
So you’ve written a book, edited it, formatted it, created or purchased a kick ass cover and released it into the world. But how do you get people to actually buy it? Check out my experience marketing my most recent publication, Withered World.
Using Cultural Influences in Your Writing
As writers we are inspired by the world around us. This includes places we go and experiences we have there. As I’ve been thinking through NightWind, my… Read more “Using Cultural Influences in Your Writing”
Animals, Airships and Unexpected Heroes
Since my personal reading list has taken me out of the realm of fantasy for the past few years, I’ve made a significant effort to adjust and… Read more “Animals, Airships and Unexpected Heroes”
Winging It
While my beta readers are finishing up critiquing my latest draft of Withered World, I’m turning to my next project, NightWind. In the process of planning this… Read more “Winging It”
