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December 5, 2014
As the galaxies merge
Writing is often very humbling. Not only when I discover and reacquaint myself with various facets of human nature, but also as a science fiction writer when I research various cosmic phenomenon. I find that realizing our place in the grand scheme of things is … Continue reading →
December 1, 2014
A blast from the past
I had never planned on writing books, and ten years ago, being an author did not figure in my wildest dreams. A chance event made me write one scene and then another and quickly writing grew into an addiction. Soon, … Continue reading →
November 26, 2014
Raffle update – we have a winner!
Congratulations, Angelica, entry #6 Winner of the $10 Amazon.com e-gift card. The prize has been delivered to the winner via e-mail. Thanks to all the participants for making this raffle a success. Stay tuned for more raffles and contests. 
Thomas Paine, a quote, and Person of Interest
Isn’t it strange how the human brain works? It’s workings are mysterious and unfathomable, right? Before I answer that, I have a confession to make. Finding a topic for a blog post every week is very difficult. It is more … Continue reading →
November 22, 2014
Enter to WIN a $10 Amazon.com gift card!
Click above to enter this raffle for a $10 Amazon.com e-giftcard. One lucky winner will be drawn on 11/26/14.
November 19, 2014
Cover Reveal – The Secrets of Zagran
THE COVER Genre: Young adult science fiction Fantasy Release Date: december 15, 2014 preorder the kindle version now Thirteen year old Maia thinks she has seen it all. She has survived an assassination attempt, she has been threatened by the … Continue reading →
November 16, 2014
Free writing with Douglas Goestch
I have never felt so liberated. A few months ago, my compatriot Kathy, at the Rockville Writers Group gushed about this wonderful weekend she had spent in New Hampshire, attending a workshop on Free Writing by Douglas Goestch. She had … Continue reading →
October 26, 2014
Notes on cover design
Earlier this year, when I published my first novel, I went through quite a cycle of indecisiveness with the cover. It all started from trying to fit my book into a genre. I figured it could be called a YA … Continue reading →
October 23, 2014
Coming soon!
Finally, it’s time to share some good news. The second book of The Lightbound Saga is now back from my editor and ARCs have been sent out to a select group of beta readers. Progress! I have had a less … Continue reading →
July 3, 2014
What’s in a name? Everything!
Writing in the science fiction genre has its benefits, the best among them is the fun of naming one too many out of this world places. Often I am asked how I come up with the ideas for these outlandish places and how I name them, and whether or not I have any reason for naming them the way I do.
