Hear that? It’s the sound of my self-inflicted deadline whooshing by. I missed it by three chapters — no excuses, just paying work has to take priority, gods rot it. I’d set another goal, but I hate the sound of them as they collapse. I don’t want to rush it because I don’t want to [...]
This piece was inspiration for the WIP (now working on Chapter 22, can you say hallelujah?), but more for the “voice” than the actual story, although one of the characters does make an appearance, and their storyline is slated for one of the books in the series (did I just say “series”?? Someone call the [...]
It’s been a long time since I’ve done a link love post, and my bookmarks are out of control. So much linky goodness out there, and I love to share. Help And News For Writers As a writer, at some point you’re going to need a Facebook Fan Page for your best-selling novel, right? How [...]
It’s #FridayFlash! Check out the link for even more flashy goodness and visit the House of Archives. Please visit these talented writers, and leave some comment love if you are so moved. This is a very talented bunch, and you’re sure to find something that speaks to you. Enjoy the scenery. **** I wrote this [...]
Continue reading about A Dichotomy of Hearts – Flash Fiction Friday
One of the quirks to not having a “normal” (and I use “normal” facetiously; as a dear friend once told me, “normal” is just a dryer setting) 9-5 job, sometimes the days run together and it’s hard to tell them apart. That’s why I think I’m such a fan of lists — it gives me [...]
My best writing hours used to be in the early morning. Ironically, this was when I held down a full-time first shift job. By the time I was done with eight hours (or more, many times it was much more) my brain resembled a bowl of mashed up bananas, and fitting in the writing was [...]
Honestly, I think a week is no where near long enough, but according to Nathan Bransford, literary agent, this week is Writer’s Appreciation Week and today, I’d like to add my thanks to writers who have been particularly instrumental in shaping my writing career. I’m not going to detail every writer who has influenced me, [...]
Oh people, people, people. Yes, I should have known better. Of course, I’ve been at this for a good while, read all the blogs about how to conduct business, etc. etc. Consider myself a reasonably bright person, up front in all my dealings, and figure I’ll get back what I give, right? Not so much. [...]
First off, you may have noticed my previous post regarding business dealings of a shady nature disappeared. It’s not gone, not over, just retired for the moment. Six minutes after I posted the entry, the company in question contacted me and said details for a revision would be forthcoming within the hour. Four hours later, [...]
Continue reading about Doing It Yourself, The Big Dogs, and Other Tidbits of a Writerly Nature
Oh, Inspiration — you slippery, sneaky, frustrating buggah. Some call it the Muse, some call it a Pain in the Ass. Notice, sometimes Inspiration will hit you when you least expect it — usually in the shower with nary a pen nor pencil in sight. At this point, I’ll scribble what I can on the [...]
What You’re Saying