The life of a writer involves hearing many variations of the word “no.” Rejection comes with the territory but that … More
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I attend cons — sf and fantasy conventions — a couple times a year. Of late, I’ve been attending more than a few panels on writing, editing, and publishing. With professional writers, editors, Editors, and agents as the panelists. Here is where you can find my notes!
Amazon’s Algorithms and Branding
Marketing is a huge part of being published — even for traditionally published authors. So, what are things to avoid, and what are things to lean into?
Here are 4 takeaways from various #Imaginarium2023 panels.
What’s this? Another Con!
If you’ve been around for a minute, you’ve probably noticed I have a problem. I love hitting science-fiction and fantasy … More
Writing For Different Audiences
Jane Yolen has written everything from picture books for toddlers to adult fantasy to mainstream. Other authors might not be … More
Out Of Control Characters
Some authors tightly control their characters, requiring them to follow an outline. But other authors say there are things their characters won’t do. What do authors do when their characters go off script?
Do you try to regain control (and how?) or go where the characters take you?
Alternate Morality
What makes a character ‘morally grey’, why do we like them, has the line moved, and how to handle conflicting moral systems. A #Balticon57 panel
Am I a ‘Real Writer’ Now?
At what point does a writer become a “real writer”? How does a person go from having a novel or … More
Legends and Myths in Urban Fantasy
Most urban fantasy draws upon folklore and legends. How do these old mystical beliefs inform modern fantasy? What place does … More
Balticon 57 Recap
I got up to a LOT of stuff Memorial Day weekend. Here’s my Balticon 57 recap. Did you have a good weekend? Is there anything I missed?
WRITING TIPS & WRITERLY MUSINGS 