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Podcasts for Writers

This is not an exhaustive list of podcasts. In fact, it’s only a few, and I’d love to know what writerly podcasts you listen to. I listen on Stitcher on my phone. So, this limits the ones I have access to, since I don’t have iTunes, and some podcasts haven’t expanded their reachability. Stitcher is easily … More Podcasts for Writers

Ideas to Help Write Better Characters

In honor of the upcoming Adventure Writing Contest that starts the end of February (click here for more info) I want to help writers by offering info and websites that will hopefully help us all be better writers. That’s the goal. Today we’re going to look at Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs (click here for more detailed … More Ideas to Help Write Better Characters

Get Set for THE Adventure Writing Contest

iHey, hey, hey!!! It’s time to prepare for the Adventure Scifi and Fantasy Contest coming at the end of February! I’ve got all the official rules and stuff for you here today, but we’ll get to that shortly. Entries for this Short Story Contest don’t actually open until February 26th, 2018, so you’ve got time … More Get Set for THE Adventure Writing Contest

New Year Update & Upcoming Contest Teaser

2017 …was a strange year on so many levels. I didn’t get the next novel in Chronicles written, but I finished a good portion of the prequel. I accomplished a fair amount of design and formatting for other indie authors, and FINALLY completed The Beauty Thief: Story Book! And I gotta say, the illustrations by … More New Year Update & Upcoming Contest Teaser

Worthwhile Writer’s Resources

Originally posted on lmnelsonscorner:
There are a ton of writing resources out there. Some offer flim-flam, others offer sound advice. I’m going to direct you to some of the better resources I’ve encountered out there, in no particular order. ? By far, one of my favorite books on the writing craft is On Writing by…

Writing Contest Idea – Feedback Please!

I’ve been working on design techniques and making more pre-made book covers. Now, keep in mind, I’m more than happy to make changes to my pre-made designs if such differences will better suit an indie author’s needs. I mostly make them for practice and to give an idea of what I’m capable. But what we’re … More Writing Contest Idea – Feedback Please!

A Twelve Realms Prequel: Ch 13

If you missed any from before, here is a list of links to previous chapters: One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Eight Nine Ten Eleven pt 1 Eleven pt 2 Twelve MUSIC to read by   Chapter Thirteen Kendric’s arms wrapped tight around her waist, and Ismene screamed into the gag on her mouth. This could … More A Twelve Realms Prequel: Ch 13

Nano Real Talk, Calendars, and Memes

Originally posted on Inklings:
Nanowrimo is a time of solemn peace and reflection… Hah! Just kidding. It’s chaotic, and nerve-wracking, and completely insane! I’ve written about preparing before (in 2016, 2015 here and here, 2014 here and here…) so this time I’m just going to say: do it. You’ll be glad and proud you did.…

A Twelve Realms Prequel: Ch 12

Hey, hey! We’re on time this week. And with a substantial chapter, too!

A Twelve Realms Prequel: Ch 11 part 2

Ahh, here’s the rest of Chapter 11 of Ismene & Othniel! If you missed any from before, here is a list of links to previous chapters: One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Eight Nine Ten Eleven pt 1 Chapter 11 Part 2 He relaxed his arms and let the men tie him. When the … More A Twelve Realms Prequel: Ch 11 part 2