Category Archives: Writing

Last night, in spite of a case of writing block, I reached a significant milestone. I’ve reached the half-way point to my goal of 120,000 words for my novel. Granted, that goal is a bit arbitrary (it’s how many words … Continue reading →

I suppose I should have expected this. Now that I’m running in authorial circles it was only a matter of time. Someone I know just got offered a publishing contract. (I won’t reveal who just now, as he hasn’t announced … Continue reading →

I went to LTUE and found out my novel is broken. In the second panel I attended, discussing outlining and pre-writing, it dawned on me. I outlined my novel to death. But what killed it exactly? Here’s the list that … Continue reading →

I’m pleased to have progress to report. For a long time I wouldn’t have. Perhaps that’s why I didn’t report. Last fall I lost motivation for awhile. I got frustrated with my weak writing and weaker characters. I didn’t find the plot … Continue reading →

To listen to published authors who actually have fans to ask them questions, one of the most popular questions asked is, “Where do you come up with your ideas?” Most of mine come from things that happen in every-day life … Continue reading →

I wish I could say I’m really cranking on my novel now. I’m not. But I am making progress. I’ve reached 15,000 words, but more importantly I’m wanting to write. It’s been a struggle the past few months to get … Continue reading →

You may have noticed that I do a fair number of book reviews. You may even have noticed that I link to where the books I review are available on Amazon. Yes, I have an Amazon affiliate account. For no … Continue reading →

George R. R. Martin is famous for brutally killing characters, as witnessed by the recent uproar over “The Red Wedding” in the television version of “The Game of Thrones”, in which he killed off several characters. He couldn’t be happier … Continue reading →