What have you been reading lately? I've been going through the Haunt comics by Robert Kirkman and Todd McFarlane!
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I was able to chat with author Chase Gamwell to talk about his sci-fi novels, Aiko's Dive and Aiko's Choice. Listen in to our talk about reading, writing, publishing, sci-fi, space, and more!
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A good writer must also be a good reader. So what have you been reading lately, and what can you learn from it to apply to your writing? Today I review my latest fiction read: Night Train to Rigel (Quadrail series, Book 1) by Timothy Zahn!
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I really enjoy reading long-form stories, because (when written well) they make me feel as if I've gotten to know the person they're about. How can your stories do this too?
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In certain genres of books, shows, or movies, you're bound to come across some gimmicks sooner or later (like clones, time travel, and more!). So which ones are okay and which ones aren't? And how can you tell as a writer?
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All good things must come to an end, and that usually includes our stories. So are you writing your story with the end in mind, or just drifting along aimlessly?
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A good writer must also be a good reader. So what have you been reading lately, and what lessons can you learn from it for your own writing? Today I review my latest fiction read, The Earth Cries Out by Bonnie Etherington!
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What is the single most important aspect of great storytelling? I'm borrowing from another writer (Phil Cooke), but he says the answer is emotional connection! Here are a few great examples of why I agree.
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A good writer must also be a good reader. So what have you been reading lately, and what lessons can you learn from it to apply to your writing? Today I review my latest fiction read, A Crown of Swords (The Wheel of Time, Book 7) by Robert Jordan!
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Sex in fantasy novels: should it be part of fantasy worlds? How much is too much? And how do you handle it well?
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The past week has been an exciting one. I got a publishing offer and got to meet a fan in real life! To hear more details, you'll have to listen to the video!
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I was able to chat with author Matthew Kreke to talk about his superhero novella, Beacon: The Hero of Heartland. Listen in to our talk about reading, writing, superheroes, and more!
Check out Matthew and his work here: https://matthewkrekeauthor.com/
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Why do we see so much of the "protective father" trope in popular fiction these days? (And why are so many of them played by Pedro Pascal?) Listen in here for more of this discussion!
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Here's a recording of a presentation I got to give last month at Skillful Pen Press's summit for young writers! The title of my presentation was "Playing the Long Game: The Tenacity You Need to Succeed in Writing." Enjoy!
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Can a villain really be redeemed? *Should* they be redeemed, and should readers and writers want them to be? These are questions you may have to grapple with as a reader and a writer. Listen in for more!
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A good writer must also be a good reader. So what have you been reading lately, and what lessons can you learn from it to apply to your own writing? Today I review my recent fiction read: Dune Messiah by Frank Herbert!
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A good writer must also be a good reader. So, fellow writers, what have you been reading these days, and what lessons can you learn from it for your writing? Today I review the Batman/Superman Earth One graphic novels from DC!
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A good writer must also be a good reader. So what have you been reading lately, and what lessons can you learn from it for your writing? Today I review The Shadow Gospels: Fall of Man by my friend Matt Lucas!
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I've got a cool opportunity in a few weeks to speak at Skillful Pen Press's 2025 summit for young writers! Check it out here: https://www.skillfulpenpress.com/2025summit
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I've gotten that question a lot lately...so it's time for a publishing update! I'm not giving up, but open to start considering other avenues.
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