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Modularism – A Process for Your Process

Frameworks save time.

No matter what industry you’re in, frameworks abound. In manufacturing, they have systems like Lean and Six Sigma. In software design, they use Agile Scrum, and there are about a billion quality assurance processes. In fiction, there are popular models like Save the Cat and StoryGrid. (I’m going to mention The Heroine’s Journey here, because you really should check it out.)

Each one of these systems is intended to solve a problem for you. Each has its own strengths and weak...

Episode 6: Happy Birthday, Orna Sokol

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This story is really, actually free, but of course, I have an ulterior motive.

A BAD DEAL FOR THE WHOLE GALAXY is doing spectacularly, thanks in large part to readers like you! However, just like A BIG SHIP AT THE EDGE OF THE UNIVERSE, the story needs reviews to fly higher.

Reviewing is easy! You don’t have to write much. Heck, it could just be two words and a star rating. Your choice! Whatever you do is a huge help!

“I can’t believe you tried to feed her five pounds of meat,” said Armin, f...

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Episode 5: Happy Birthday, Orna Sokol

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This story is really, actually free, but of course, I have an ulterior motive.

A BAD DEAL FOR THE WHOLE GALAXY is doing spectacularly, thanks in large part to readers like you! However, just like A BIG SHIP AT THE EDGE OF THE UNIVERSE, the story needs reviews to fly higher.

Reviewing is easy! You don’t have to write much. Heck, it could just be two words and a star rating. Your choice! Whatever you do is a huge help!

It wasn’t the fight back to the ship that took everything out of Cordell—t...

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Episode 4: Happy Birthday, Orna Sokol

<< Just started? Read Episode 1 here!

This story is really, actually free, but of course, I have an ulterior motive.

A BAD DEAL FOR THE WHOLE GALAXY is doing spectacularly, thanks in large part to readers like you! However, just like A BIG SHIP AT THE EDGE OF THE UNIVERSE, the story needs reviews to fly higher.

Reviewing is easy! You don’t have to write much. Heck, it could just be two words and a star rating. Your choice! Whatever you do is a huge help!

“Oh, no you don’t!” grunted Cordell as another volley of spells lanced out...

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Episode 3: Happy Birthday, Orna Sokol

<< Just started? Read Episode 1 here!

This story is really, actually free, but of course, I have an ulterior motive.

A BAD DEAL FOR THE WHOLE GALAXY is doing spectacularly, thanks in large part to readers like you! However, just like A BIG SHIP AT THE EDGE OF THE UNIVERSE, the story needs reviews to fly higher.

Reviewing is easy! You don’t have to write much. Heck, it could just be two words and a star rating. Your choice! Whatever you do is a huge help!

Cordell’s heart hammered in his chest as they brought him yet another tray...

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Episode 2: Happy Birthday, Orna Sokol

<< Just started? Read Episode 1 here!

This story is really, actually free, but of course, I have an ulterior motive.

A BAD DEAL FOR THE WHOLE GALAXY is doing spectacularly, thanks in large part to readers like you! However, just like A BIG SHIP AT THE EDGE OF THE UNIVERSE, the story needs reviews to fly higher.

A BIG SHIP currently has 102 reviews, compared to 23 for A BAD DEAL, so you can see why I’d love to see anyone leave a review for me! Amazon’s next big bump comes at 50 reviews, and I know we can do it.

Reviewing is easy!...

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Episode 1: Happy Birthday, Orna Sokol

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Ever wondered how Orna met the crew of the Capricious for the very first time? What were the fighting pits she spoke about on the dusty world of Clarkesfall, and how did the rescue operation really happen?

This story is really, actually free, but of course, I have an ulterior motive.

A BAD DEAL FOR THE WHOLE GALAXY is doing spectacularly, thanks in large part to readers like you! However, just like A BIG SHIP AT THE EDGE OF THE UNIVERSE, the story needs reviews to fly higher.

A BIG SHIP curr...

Race for the Harrow: Music Inspired by A BIG SHIP AT THE EDGE OF THE UNIVERSE

I’m a composer, and I always enjoy writing little soundtracks to my books! Given how important A BIG SHIP AT THE EDGE OF THE UNIVERSE is to me, I figured I’d make a nice soundtrack for all of you. You can listen on almost any streaming service you’d like, or if you’re feeling generous, pick up a copy for yourself!

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Or purchase the soundtrack on CDBaby!

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Buzz is Building Over A BIG SHIP AT THE EDGE OF THE UNIVERSE!

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A BIG SHIP AT THE EDGE OF THE UNIVERSE may not be out yet, but the buzz is already starting!

If you haven’t got your copy preordered, you can grab it here!

Reviews

“This is fantastic stuff, in every sense of the word: characters, magic, tech, varied planetary settings, onboard ship life, the history of the galactic wars, and even a little sex and romance are woven in so seamlessly, there is never a dull moment. I’m in awe at the number of narrative balls White tosses into the air (some of t...