And the idea strikes…
The best story ideas come to those who aren’t trying (As originally shared via my writerly posts on Substack) Funny […]
Books
First Drafts and Other Torture Devices
(As first shared via Writer Unboxed) The blank page of a new chapter stared at me like a grizzled gunslinger
Why I Have to Map Out My books
Last month, I jumped into writing the first draft of my WIP (work-in-progress) with little planning. I figured that after
The Serendipitous Origins of The Secrets of Good People
The circumstances of how The Secrets of Good People came to be still blow my hair back every time I
My Inspiration for The Stars Don’t Lie
This novel is deeply personal. Can I tell you why? About ten years ago, I had the great pleasure of
The Origins of The Singing Trees
You might be wondering about the roots of my latest novel, as it’s definitely a bit different than stories I’ve
Relentlessness, Otis, and the Batman Signal
I’m about a third through the first draft of my new novel, A SPANISH SUNRISE, and things are coming alive
Always Be Therapizing
I have an addiction to self-help books. In fact, I probably need a self-help book about my addiction. Honestly, I
Maybe the Best Book I’ve Ever Read…
What’s the best book you’ve ever read? When did you realize it? One page in or halfway through? And honestly,