The Reason You Should Never Cross a Writer

The Human Condition, Writing

Question: What’s the common thread between a dorky tent-camp manager, a traffic cop, and a shark? Answer:  They’re all inspiration for characters in the new series I’m working on.  They’re also all proof you should think carefully before inspiring a writer.  People often get excited when they meet a writer–they love the idea of having a

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Embracing Rejectomancy

Just for Laughs, Writing

I am in denial.  Every day I pretend I have a life, and the reason I check my emails seventeen times an hour has nothing to do with the three requested fulls I have currently under consideration with agents.  I act cool, casual.  Pretend patience.  But I’m not fooling anyone.  The truth is, I’ve been bit by the querying bug,

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Zipping Around Talking About Pacing

Writing

Just a quick note to say I posted on the cabinet, a discussion about plot pacing.  And different paces of pacing.  Because apparently I’m still living up to my childhood nickname of Speedy Gonzales, Only now it’s in my writing!

Exciting News For Exciting Times

1 CommentBlogging, Writing

I rewrote my query today, and it only took me ten hours!  I think that’s a record.  Which kind I’d probably best not say.  But, it feels good to be finally really and truly heading out on the query trail.  Unlike last year when I went out with my dearly beloved 13 Demon Days, I’m

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Strawberry Pie Memorial

10 CommentsJust for Laughs, Writing

This is what comes from rampant flights of imaginative wonder coupled with a tendency to obsess.  I didn’t mean it to happen.  I was just day-dreaming a bit and thinking up a spunky little fellow for 13 Demon Days, but apparently my creativity has taken on a life of its own.  Look what followed us home

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