The other day I asked some friends of mine on Facebook about the advantages of still writing for online magazines--specifically speculative fiction magazines. My question was less prompted by a search for bragging rights than it was about searching for ways to find more eyeballs on my work. My query resulted in two confirmations: 1) … Continue reading Writing Markets for Speculative Fiction Writers
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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
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
Let’s Get Digital 2 Is Out!
Writers! The new updated edition of David Gaughran's Let's Get Digital is now available at Amazon. I've learned a lot from the first edition, and I'm sure a lot of other authors did too, so make sure you get this updated version with all the latest bits of information on how to launch your writing … Continue reading Let’s Get Digital 2 Is Out!
I’ve Been Summoned
Early last week I received a tweet from Jessica West summoning me to a Blog Hop aptly titled, “I’ve Been Summoned”, which, as a consequence of being so tagged, resulted in today’s post. The summons entails me answering a few questions and then tagging the next hapless victim or two. I thought perhaps I could … Continue reading I’ve Been Summoned
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