It's already Monday afternoon here in Hobbit country. I received this in my email earlier today. I discovered Raymond Chandler when I read a book of his that Robert B. Parker completed after his death called Poodle Springs. At the time I was reading Parker ferociously. Parker had tried--and succeeded in my opinion--to mimic Chandler's … Continue reading Raymond Chandler on writing | Brain Pickings
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Book Addict Mumma: AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT – Woelf Dietrich
I'm featured on Book Addict Mumma's Author Spotlight. The Seals of Abgal received a five-star review from them last month. Shortly after that I received a message from Kristy--the brains behind Book Addict Mumma--wanting to do an interview with me. "Whoa!" I thought, I've never done an interview before. And then I grinned, showing lots of … Continue reading Book Addict Mumma: AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT – Woelf Dietrich
Ghost Novel: The Process of Writing A 70,000 Word Novel In 10 Days
Bestselling author Dean Wesley Smith just finished a 70,000 word novel in 10 days. In my previous post I commented about how slow I write. The truth is, if you put butt to seat and stay there and work, it is quite possible to churn out something lengthy and wonderful without rushing it. You don't have … Continue reading Ghost Novel: The Process of Writing A 70,000 Word Novel In 10 Days
That Which Takes My Imagination for a Stroll
I love Robert E. Howard's stories. I grew up reading Conan, following his violent and bloody adventures. He is probably the most famous of Howard's creations. I remember how enamored I was with some of the book covers, most notably the ones created by Frank Frazetta. To me, Frazetta was one of only two artists who could truly … Continue reading That Which Takes My Imagination for a Stroll
A Book Bomb for Ben Wolverton, Son of Award-Winning Fantasy Author David Farland
This is a special post. My wife hurting her back had us worried for a while there because we weren't sure how it would affect our unborn child. The risk of the injury inducing premature labor is still strong, but we're taking it easy, taking it day by day. I remember last year when my … Continue reading A Book Bomb for Ben Wolverton, Son of Award-Winning Fantasy Author David Farland
A Newbie’s Guide to Publishing: Dealing with Bad Reviews
You will have noticed I've registered this blog in my name. It makes it easier for people to find me (I hope) and it looks more professional--if that sort of thing really matters. I don't know if it does, but it sure looks neat seeing my name dot-commed (Did I invent a new verb here?). For … Continue reading A Newbie’s Guide to Publishing: Dealing with Bad Reviews
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