Michell Plested's Blog, page 35

Taking the Night Off

Last night I did something I haven’t done in a while: I went out for beer and ribs with a couple writer friends of mine to just…well to just talk. I’ve heard different people say that talking about writing is a lot like literary masturbation (yes, I just said that). … Continue reading →

Down But Not Out

I’m developing a theory about my own busy life. Basically, the theory is, as long as I’m running full-out, I won’t have time to get sick…or die…or whatever. If I can do that, I could become technically immortal. Okay…I’m not actually that deluded (or egomanical) but it sure sounds good. I … Continue reading →

Get Published Episode 136 – Megan Cutler & James Abendroth

I talk about collaboration and self-publishing quite a bit on Get Published. I guess that is probably because I have an interest in both things. So today, I interview Megan Cutler and James Abendroth. They have been working on a collaboration project for the past few years that has just … Continue reading →

Cover Reveal – Mik Murdoch: The Power Within

Things are moving fast and furious now with Mik Murdoch: The Power Within. My Publisher, Lorina Stephens from Five Rivers Publishing confirmed that all edits are accepted and the book is into layout. The cover is also complete and approved. All this means the book will be available August 1. … Continue reading →

Getting to the Next Level

I sent the final (?) edits for Mik Murdoch: The Power Within to my editor/publisher on Sunday. Since that time, I have been thinking of the things I have done and still need to do to move to the next level as an author. So, let’s start with what I’ve … Continue reading →

Reading Between the Lines

A piece of advice I received from Marty Chan regarding Editor’s comments was, don’t necessarily make the change they suggest. Always look at why the suggestion is made and understand how to fix it in context to the story. His words or wisdom were extremely timely for me. I had … Continue reading →

Get Published Episode 135 – Aaron Navrady, Illustrator & Writer

When I attended the Calgary Comic and Entertainment Expo a few weeks ago I met a number of people. One of those was Aaron Navrady. Aaron grabbed my attention within a few minutes of my entry into the first of the exhibition halls. After speaking with him, I knew he … Continue reading →

The Finish Line is in Sight

I received my second set of edits on Mik Murdoch: The Power Within a couple days ago and I’ve got to say, I’m both amazed and delighted. Amazed that there don’t seem to be any major issues with the current revision of the book and delighted that there don’t seem … Continue reading →

Subconscious – Friend or Foe?

I know my subconscious is always working in the background. It tends to show itself in the form of remembering obscure facts or names. I will try to think of something, draw a blank and an hour or so later it pops into my head. Either my internal data retrieval … Continue reading →

Get Published Episode 134 – Marguerite Kenner & Cast of Wonders Podcast

Podcasting fiction is a legitimate and effective way to get your work in front of an entirely new audience who may or may not have heard of you. There are a number of podcasts that specialize in various literary forms that you can choose from. One such podcast is The … Continue reading →