Hugh Howey's Blog, page 108
December 26, 2011
The Story of My Middling Success (Part 1)
It happened in late October as I was organizing my thoughts for another NaNo book (this one was to be about a boy who runs away with the galactic circus). Just a week out from commencing the ludicrous endeavor of writing a 50,000 word novel in 30 days, I ran out of my usual circle [...]
December 21, 2011
WOOL 4 is Knitting Together Nicely…
After a monster morning of burying myself in the awesomeness that is WOOL 4, I have surfaced to bring news. The latest in this exciting series should be complete right around the first of the year. That doesn't mean all you random readers should stop emailing to pester me for a release date; in truth, [...]
December 12, 2011
What happened to my brain?!
I had a curious revelation this weekend. It occurred between a four-hour session of processing ballet photos and the publication of WOOL 3. I realized, damnit, that I've become an artist. And I don't mean that in the sense of someone with talent, or someone who makes beautiful things, but just in the economic and [...]
December 10, 2011
WOOL 3
I know, I know, you haven't even finished WOOL 2 yet. But it's never too early to get the cover art out of the way. It might just be me, but I think this is the most outstanding cover I've ever made. Feedback is welcomed.
December 4, 2011
My favorite Amazon reviews for Wool.
WOOL just hit 50 Amazon reviews! That's a crazy milestone, something the first Molly book is still a few shy from reaching (and it's been out for over two years!) To celebrate, I'm compiling a few of my favorite reviews for you to enjoy. The first one is probably my favorite (it's actually for WOOL [...]
December 2, 2011
Wool 2 – Proper Gauge
The second story in the WOOL series is now available on the Kindle store, and people seem to be gobbling it up already. There's a hint here of where the overall tale is heading, and let me tell you, it's hard to stay mum about all that I have planned. Yes, I have a plan. [...]
November 8, 2011
Maybe I should finally mention WOOL
Well, this is a blow to my author's platform. Not to mention my every notion of book promotion/success. You see, and I blush in shame to admit this, but the work experiencing the most success right now is the one I have failed to mention anywhere! That's right. No publicity, no option to buy a [...]
October 31, 2011
One hour remaining.
It's 11:00 P.M. on the eve of NaNoWriMo. At this time, in each of the last two years, I was blissfully asleep, dreaming of plot points, laugh-snoring at those who choose to stay up until midnight to get a "head start" on their novels. I was the sleeping tortoise; they were the jumpity hares. I [...]
October 28, 2011
NaNoWriMo is Almost Here!
Just received the yearly kick-off email from NaNo's director. Thought I'd post it up here so those of you who have never participated can get an idea of what we go through and what our schedule is like. ______________________________________ Greetings, writer! Whether this is your first, fifth, or thirteenth NaNoWriMo, it's always helpful to have [...]
October 15, 2011
Another Great Night at the Tin Roof!
Last night was a blast! The Tin Roof in West Ashley invited me down to celebrate the fourth Molly book (the last in the Bern Saga). I mixed it up a little bit this time. After my awesome sister introduced me, I played some of the funny promotional clips I put together way back when [...]
