I like trying new things, especially new writing projects.  This is a relatively recent development.  When I first started writing, I knew what I should write (always write what you know or are most familiar with goes the common wisdom), so I always tried to force my stories into the Fantasy genre. As it turns out, that was a mistake.  I have since learned that some characters and/or stories fit a certain genre (say Fantasy) and some do not.  Sure, I could force them into the genre by trying to twist it/them, but why bother?  If it’s a good story, does it really matter if it’s Fantasy or not? This realization came while I was doing my 30-in-30 self challenge. […]

Let me start by saying patience isn’t one of my strongest attributes. I’m all about instant gratification… or at least, I was. I have been working hard to develop the attitude within myself and some days I’m even moderately successful. I hope you also note that this post is a few hours later than most of my Wednesday offerings. I wanted a subtle irony to be present; you the reader need to practice what I’m preaching :). Too subtle? I thought it might be since it almost escaped me and I was the one planning it. That’s why I explained it. Now I know. But why is patience important to a writer? Oh there are so many reasons! First, let’s […]

I’ve become a big fan of cross-media promotion and the use of alternate forms of media for writing.  Take podcasts for example.  I’m currently subscribed to at least a dozen different ones that I Iisten to every week. As part of my cross-media education, I’ve also been listening to several podcast books.  I have been the recipient of some really wonderful stories delivered by this method.  I’ve also been happy to see various authors either get published or grow in popularity because of their podcasts.  I guess you could say that I’ve become something of an evangelist. That’s why I would like to take a moment to promote a few of my favorite authors who have books coming very soon.  There are three […]