Imagination Builds Knowledge
Creatives use imagination to expand the knowledge of the world. Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash I have not been to Disney World and Epcot Center in over 30 years.…
Sink or Swim?
You always get to choose to sink or swim. Photo by Todd Quackenbush on Unsplash Probably the biggest certainty in life is the uncertainty of life. Take it from me…
Returning to Unfinished Works
When returning to unfinished works, recognize there’s been change. New covers by Starla Huchton I began writing what would become my fantasy series, The Source Chronicles, in 1998. A lot…
The World Deserves Your Voice
You are not just here to survive – but to thrive. Thus, your voice should be heard. For creatives, this presents unique challenges. Photo by Helena Lopes on Unsplash Artists…
Finding the Sweet Spot
With any creative endeavor, there’s a sweet spot to be found. Photo by Samuel Clara on Unsplash I have been writing fiction for almost 40 years now. Because I bought…
Books in All Forms are Awesome
Whatever form it takes, a book you create is awesome. Photo by Vandan Patel on Unsplash While writing comes relatively easily to me – I know it is harder for…
How Do You Get Noticed?
What does it take to get your brand noticed? Photo by Jo San Diego on Unsplash While I have been writing for nearly 40 years, I didn’t get professionally published…
What Inspires You?
What inspires will be variable but is always important. Photo by MJ Blehart No matter what projects I am working on, I often look for inspiration. Even when I am…
Content is King
Ignoring content will be to your detriment. Photo by Jakob Owens on Unsplash Yes, I write a lot. I blog 6 days a week, plus my podcast and my fiction…
The Challenge of Plausibility in Writing
When it comes to science fiction, plausibility is an interesting question. For the most part, the fiction I write is in one of three genres. Fantasy, science fiction, and Steampunk.…