Beyond the Screen: The Case for Reading in a Visual WorldHave you ever heard someone say they didn’t need to read the book because they saw the movie? As a writer, I am keenly aware that stories…4d ago4d ago
Who are book reviews for?In times past when the industry was simpler and straightforward. Reviews worked in favor of authors who wrote well-crafted books. There…Dec 4Dec 4
Launched my book InverseI went to a liberal arts college, but my focus was on visual arts in my youth. I took writing courses and was always interested in…Dec 2Dec 2
Catastrophe and InspirationI missed posting last week. We had a destructive wind storm and were out of power for several days. No lights, heat, or internet. Cooking…Dec 2Dec 2
Is There A Dragon In It?My favorite genres are Fantasy and Science Fiction. I read a lot of both and most of the stories I write are in these categories or a mix…Oct 25Oct 25
I’d like to knowWhen you say “I’d like to know” instead of “I don’t know,” you engage your brain in a more constructive and curious mindset, encouraging it…Oct 18Oct 18
Building Character Profiles with TarotA friend of mine recently sent me and a book about the Tree of Life and Tarot that she has spent many years writing. In addition, she sent…Oct 16Oct 16
Rejection and Starting LateA writer should not be disheartened if success doesn’t come immediately, or when facing rejection from an editor, agent, or publisher.Oct 16Oct 16
I have always used affirmations to encourage myself to achieve my goals.Someone near and dear to me instead focuses on worst-case scenarios, so that he can be prepared for anything that might happen. So, I find…Oct 8Oct 8
