Yesterday I started a new book. There is a very particular reason I chose this book for my first ever NaNoWriMo. I have been thinking about this book for a couple of years, but never really felt ready to begin. You see, it’s a story that is very personal and very emotional for me and […]
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A Lesson in Subjectivity
When I was in eighth grade, I took art at St. Francis Middle School in St. Francis, Minnesota. It was a one quarter class, which means it only lasted for a few short weeks, but in that time I learned something that has had a lasting effect on my life. A valuable lesson that tames […]
Making Mythology Mine (aka Artistic License)
Every so often I get an email or read a review that calls into question some of my choices regarding the mythology of my books (especially in Oh. My. Gods. and Goddess Boot Camp). The two most common questions (or accusations) are: the fact that, in my books, there are descendants of the virgin goddesses (Athena, […]
Proper Manuscript Format
First of all, the title of this blog is misleading. There is no such thing as a single proper way to format a manuscript. Agents and editors read hundreds of queries, partials and full manuscripts every week. All most of them really care about is that it’s easy on the eyes. Here is the bare […]
Why Why Why? (aka Motivation)
Over the holidays I had the great misfortune opportunity to go see a local production of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. It is a wonderful play (based on a wonderful novel) and hundreds if not thousands of theatres produce it every year at Christmas time. One of the best things about this play (besides […]
But This Time It’s Different
There comes a time in the writing of every book where I have some variant of the following conversation with either my parents or my best friend: Me: I’m really worried about this book. I think it has some major flaws. Them: You say that every time. It always works out. Me: I know, but […]
Research the Business of Writing (Writing 101)
You wouldn’t go on a trip without doing some research about your destination, would you? Then why would you embark on a career in writing without finding out what you’re getting into? Last week I posted the first part of my advice for aspiring writers, about how important reading it to developing your skill as a […]
Read as Much as You Can (Writing 101)
If you’re an aspiring writer, chances are that you love to read. Right? Well, I have good news. Because being a voracious reader is one of the critical first steps to becoming an author. Why? Let me tell you… One of the most asked question that I—or probably all authors—get asked is, “Do you have […]
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