Dwarves, Dragons, Wizards and Elves: Thinking About the Standard Fantasy Setting

I found this article useful. It makes you think about how we view recurring characters in fantasy, the giant impact Tolkien had on this genre, and how we should use more creative freedom in generating our stories. There are no limits on how high our imaginations can soar. There are no limits on worldbuilding, on … Continue reading Dwarves, Dragons, Wizards and Elves: Thinking About the Standard Fantasy Setting

I’m new on tsū

I discovered tsū over the weekend, mostly because I saw people talking about it and I decided I didn't want to be left out in the cold in case tsū is some kind of wonderful. I don't know yet if it is, but it's fun to try new things and so I did.  If you click this … Continue reading I’m new on tsū

Bullies and Soggy Soup Bones is Live!

And Bullies and Soggy Soup Bones is live. Of course the timing is perfect for Cyber Monday. Personally I don't think it's a bad story. Then again, I might be biased. Fortunately for me you can tell me if Bullies is a good story and that way we can cure me of my bias. And … Continue reading Bullies and Soggy Soup Bones is Live!

Cover Reveal: Bullies and Soggy Soup Bones

I accidentally wrote a short story called Bullies and Soggy Soup Bones. Date of release is set for 1 December 2014. This tale is a bit different to my usual genres of fantasy and the supernatural. It’s about bullying and about how it feels to be bullied. The plot description is pretty succinct: A tale about … Continue reading Cover Reveal: Bullies and Soggy Soup Bones

Why do I write the books I write? – Venture Galleries

I have a post live at Venture Galleries today. It's about honesty in writing and about the books I write, and why I write them. Also, I'm publishing my short story, Bullies and Soggy Soup Bones end of this month. I've made some changes, fleshed it out some, and had critical eyeballs scrutinize it. Still … Continue reading Why do I write the books I write? – Venture Galleries

R.A. Salvatore and Why He Loves Writing

Every now and then I find an article or a video clip or something else that inspires me creatively, specifically when it comes to writing. It’s fascinating to read about authors and how they started in this profession, how they write, what emotional challenges they conquered, etc. I soak in this information, hoping that something would … Continue reading R.A. Salvatore and Why He Loves Writing