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  • Six-Month Checkup: 2014 Edition

    I can’t believe the year is already halfway through! I’ve got some news to report about The Ageless, my post-apocalyptic futuristic sci-fi with fantasy elements, as well as the new novel I’ve only just begun. The Ageless: Beta Readers Not long after I created the Gantt chart I mentioned in my 2014 Writing and Publishing…

  • Writing Tips From ConCarolinas

    The best part about ConCarolinas for writers is the robust writing track. Lots of regional writing professionals stop in to share their wisdom and give back to the writing community. Of course, like any advice, your mileage may vary. What works for one writer, doesn’t work for all of us. You can jump through the…

  • If The Monster Is Blue, You’re Safe

    If The Monster Is Blue, You’re Safe

    Have you ever noticed that most fictional creatures that are blue turn out to be the good guys? Or if not good, at least neutral.I thought it might be fun to take a break from talking about writing and reading, and instead talk about monsters. Blue Monsters Let’s start with the most obvious blue monster:…