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Realism in Medieval Fantasy
As I make my way through the fantasy genre, I find some critique fascinating. Suspension of Disbelief How realistic do we need to make our fictional, made-up worlds? How far…
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Inklings Writers Retreat Opportunity
Do you remember when I went to my first writers retreat? If not, I have conveniently linked it for you here. Great experience, but I wanted more writing time. I've…
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Author Biography
I'm at the nitty gritty part of my book release. I haven't received the edits from the developmental editor yet. (Which in and of itself is terrifying.) Meanwhile, I'm working…
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Professional Photo Shoot
I will be 42 years old tomorrow. (Don't gasp. I'm not one of the "don't ask me how old I am" people. I've proudly earned every year.) As my Douglas…
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Signed Contract in Hand
I have exciting news. I am officially a writer with a signed contract. Woot! It's been three lightning fast years. Inklings Publishing, led by the effervescent Fern Brady, has optioned…
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2017, I await
For a construct created by human minds at a random location in our orbit around the sun, there is something magical about a new year. Hope. A chance to refresh…
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First Writer’s Retreat…and I think I’m addicted
Last weekend, I attended my first writer's retreat. Four story tellers gathered at a lake view property in Rancho Viejo, TX. We left friends, with better stories and shared camaraderie.…
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The Power of Networking
I love being part of a professional organization that encourages new authors and supports multi-published ones. The leaders of the Houston Writers Guild volunteer to organize events for over 200 members. Even…