What’s in a Name?
Revisiting an old challenge in the name I publish under. I debated this notion several years ago. Just after I began to publish on Amazon, it became a mountain I…
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…
Reissues and Renovations
Why do reissues and renovations of your work? Photo by Andrew Neel on Unsplash I am a product of the 70s and 80s. I saw Star Wars (sorry, to me…
Choosing Names, Titles, and So On
When it comes to fiction, names and titles can be challenging Photo by ConvertKit on Unsplash When I began my fantasy series in 1998, I initially referred to it simply…
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…
Book Smarts Versus Street Smarts
Book smarts and street smarts both have a place in our lives. I think I was in high school when I started playing Dungeons and Dragons. Given my deep love…
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.…
How Much Writing is Enough?
This is one of the ultimate questions about writing practices. And it varies from writer to writer. I’ve asked myself this before. Do I write enough? This is a VERY…
When a Pantser Starts Plotting
How does someone who normally isn’t into plotting plot out a book? I have an idea. After watching The Clone Wars (finally) I had an intriguing thought. What if you…
Am I Writing for Me or Am I Writing for You?
Am I Writing for You or Am I Writing for Me? The short answer is YES Writing is as essential to me as breathing. Once I begin to put my…