Those who frequent this blog know how much value I place on writing advice from other authors. To me, writing advice is like road signs on the way to whatever destination lies waiting for me over that shimmering hill in the distance. It shows me what rules to follow, what rules to ignore, and what rules … Continue reading Neil Gaiman and Ernest Hemingway: Two Different Worlds, Same Approach
Month: March 2013
Why Amazon’s Purchase of Goodreads Is A Good Thing | David Gaughran
This is old news by now, but I wanted to jump on the bandwagon. I'm not perturbed by this news of Amazon acquiring Goodreads, but I was shocked when I heard it. Mostly, because I did not expect it. But then after the shock wore off, I realized it made sense from a business perspective. … Continue reading Why Amazon’s Purchase of Goodreads Is A Good Thing | David Gaughran
My Advice to Aspiring Authors | Hugh Howey
I've been following Hugh for a while now ever since I read the first Wool installment. To say he writes great prose would be an understatement. Hugh is one of those rare writers that can tell an incredibly evocative story in a way that pulls you right into the middle of it, arms flailing--you see, … Continue reading My Advice to Aspiring Authors | Hugh Howey
A Plot Reveal of Sorts and an Excerpt From The Worthless One
I will write a proper blurb for The Worthless One once I have completed it. As the story is still evolving I am only able to present you with a plot reveal of sorts. It follows the events in The Seals of Abgal and is part of the Guardians of the Seals series. Sebastian Kaine … Continue reading A Plot Reveal of Sorts and an Excerpt From The Worthless One
Micro Review of The Painted Man / The Warded Man
I have just finished The Painted Man. In fact, I started it on Saturday and didn't want to stop reading. I finished it early Monday morning. Impressive, considering I've a house full of kids. I liked it--loved it. It's part of a trilogy. I have the next book, The Desert Spear, next to me and … Continue reading Micro Review of The Painted Man / The Warded Man
Woelf Dietrich 