In writing, dead in never really dead. Stories that are written and rejected might be accepted somewhere else. Other stories that are never published turn up as material in other places and in many cases, other media, such as radio plays, screenplays or stageplays. And sometimes you are surprised. Years ago, at least 30 years … More Born Again
I started to entitled this blog simply “Swamped,” or “Overwhelmed,” or something along those lines. I haven’t been keeping up with my blog lately, simply because I have been so incredibly busy with my day job. In addition to teaching a full load and an independent study, I’m responsible for writing all the pages for … More An Unexpected Journey
No, I’m not calling you an idiot, so calm down. But I just wanted to make the point that this generation, regardless of Donald Trump and what the media might think, doesn’t have a monopoly on blockheads. Our giveaway tomorrow (make sure you sign up for the drawing on the sidebar!) is for Chosen, the … More An Idiot’s Guide to “Chosen”
Hey, I’m having fun. And from the reactions of those who are winning free autographed books, you guys are too. So let’s keep doing it. Our 60 Days of Giveaways continues with a giveaway this Friday (July 24). It will be an autographed copy of Chosen, my new story of Jonathan, the first prince of … More Giveaway #4 This Friday: “Chosen”
Congrats to Peter William, who won an autographed copy of Infinity’s Reach today in our drawing as part of 60 Days of Giveaways. Peter, if you can send me your mailing address, I’ll get that right out to you. Next Friday, I’ll be giving away an autographed copy of Chosen, the story of Jonathan from … More Winner #3 Announced
Tomorrow I’ll be giving away an autographed copy of Infinity’s Reach, my retelling of Pilgrim’s Progress set in post-apocalyptic America. It’s a fun book with a lot of meaning as well. If you think it’s something you’d like, or would like for someone you know, make sure your name is in the drawing. Next Friday … More Another Giveaway Tomorrow
I just got to my office after spending the early morning (1) hacking out the first few words in my part of our new novel; and (2) struggling to understand how to make Scrivener work for two authors long distance. As I have mentioned here before, my next book is a co-authored project with Celeste … More From Vermont to Egypt: The Co-Authoring Adventure Continues
It’s been all of five days since I introduced my new book Chosen to the world. It’s been a long time coming, just a dream for most of that time, and now it is reality. I’m eager for you and the rest of the world to read this book, because I think it’s one of … More Letting Go
Introducing…<ahem> for your reading pleasure…the book you’ve all been waiting for….CHOSEN. Seriously, tomorrow is the unveiling day, and many have decided to take me up on the offer of a free ebook copy simply by signing up for the monthly newsletter. It’s a great day, and it helps me two ways. It gives me permission … More Brand Spanking New
The Project, as they say, is in the can. All the editing is done, design work completed, promotion in place. Final judgment will be in the hands of readers, and more importantly, reviewers. So what does an author do when he or she finds that the project is over? Some writers say that the next … More Life Between Projects
The Great Adventure 