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Author: Kelly Colby
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World Building – Weather
There’s a hurricane heading for us. As we fill bathtubs and pack our emergency supplies and test-run the generator, it made me wonder if I use weather enough in my stories. I mean, these events have real consequences in real lives. Why wouldn’t that be true in fiction as well? How I Use Weather Now…
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A Pirate Short Story Finds a Home
I’m so excited to announce the preorder for Tales from the Pirate’s Cove. This anthology from Inklings Press has an incredible collection of eclectic tales of pirates from all walks of life in many, entertaining genres. I feel so lucky to be included with these talented writers. My short story takes place on Space Station…
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I am a MASTER (of Arts in Publishing)
That’s right! I am now a MASTER: Master of Arts in Publishing anyway. Hey, it’s still impressive. I feel prepared to take Cursed Dragon Ship Publishing to the next level. Thanks to Western Colorado University, I reaped the benefits of the vast knowledge and experience of Kevin J. Anderson who guided his first cohort through…
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Tarbin’s False Prophet Launch Recording
Did you miss the launch of Tarbin’s False Prophet? I’m so sorry you can’t win the free giveaways, but you can still participate in the fun. The recording is up on YouTube for your viewing pleasure here. You never know. You might meet your next favorite author! Have you longed to start the Recharging series?…
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Tarbin’s False Prophet Launch
It’s time for book two in the Recharging series. I’m so excited for you to adventure with Talia and Tanin. As a kick off to their new quests, please join us on Tuesday, June 9th from 7-9pm Central time on Twitch.tv/CursedDragonShip. For everyone who made it last time, you know how it works. For everyone…
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Tarbin’s True Heir Re-Launch Party
Cursed Dragon Ship Publishing, LLC, the independent publisher I founded, is throwing a Twitch party for the re-release of Tarbin’s True Heir. Instead of writing another blog with the same details, I’m going to put the link for THAT one so you can join in on the fun. I don’t want all my tried-and-true readers…
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Ten Things I Learned at Superstars Writing Seminar 2020
Superstars Writing Seminar is unique amongst the countless writing conferences across the country. Not only is this event focused on the business of writing–though they have added a craft day on Wednesday–Superstars encourages close interaction with industry professionals going so far as groups of us eating lunch and dinner together. Everyone is approachable and friendly,…
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Legion of Dorks: Dungeons and Dorks S2E4
First posted on legionofdorks.com. If you’d rather watch the video for all of the out-of-character fun, it has been shared at the above link. Paused in the middle of Cromm’s Hold as the sun sets, the party stares at the fresh scale, uncertain what it means. Winston asks, “Kizmyth? Can you tell where your badgers…
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Legion of Dorks: Dungeons and Dorks S2E3
Originally posted on LegionofDorks.com. The next morning tucked away nice and comfy in the Silver Flood Inn, our party stirs. Kizmyth hears an odd scratching sound and bolts upright. She immediately notices her bag of badgers is empty. Some gouges in the wooden floor lead her under the bed where the two young badgers are…
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Legion of Dorks: Dungeons and Dorks S2E2
Legion of Dorks, those awesome people I met at Dragon Con a couple years ago, have amped up their Dungeons and Dorks roleplaying game set in the Forgotten Realms universe. We’ve returned after a summer hiatus to once again play with magic and sharp objects. If you missed the episode Monday night, here’s a recap…