This is another post in my “Writing and ____” series in which I explore a subject that writers frequently face. Today I’d like to talk about sharing your… Read more “Writing and Sharing”
Tag: Writing
Author Encounters: Neil Gaiman
Last night was a dream. A fairy tale. A once-in-a-lifetime experience. Last night I experienced a spectacular two-and-a-half hours of reading and q&a with Neil Gaiman –… Read more “Author Encounters: Neil Gaiman”
The Art of Surprise
I love surprises. I like unexpected twists in stories, random acts of kindness (okay, who doesn’t?) and I love surprise parties! Surprise parties seem to be the… Read more “The Art of Surprise”
Remembering What Matters
In life, it’s easy to get caught up in the crap. It’s easy to be drawn off course. In a world where you are pulled in several… Read more “Remembering What Matters”
Writing and Distractions
This is another post in my “Writing and _____” series in which I examine an issue or a stereotype that pervades the world of writers. Today, I’d… Read more “Writing and Distractions”
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”
Author Encounters: Kate Morton
As you may know, Kansas City isn’t a huge city. Celebrities don’t flock here for vacation and few people outside of the hometown heroes category still call… Read more “Author Encounters: Kate Morton”
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…”
Symbolism and Themes in Writing
When you read or discuss a book in a classroom setting or even with a friend or family member, inevitably you will find yourself talking about the… Read more “Symbolism and Themes in Writing”
About that Back of Book Copy…
Getting a novel written is a huge milestone. But, there are at least a dozen additional steps that an indie author has to undertake before they can… Read more “About that Back of Book Copy…”
