Today I update you on my progress and talk about I finally found a succinct definition of the difference between science-fiction and fantasy that’s simple, easy to remember & understand, and is accurate in most situations. I’ve also received some insight into why sci-fi is so popular in TV and movies, but when it comes to books, not so much. Finally, I discuss how I’m rethinking my approach to my next novel. Links Links Get a free 30 day trial of Audible with my affiliate link. Check out my Guide to Novel Formatting in Word. Join my Book Club. Check out Carla Ra’s blog. How Great Science F ..read more

Today I update you on my progress and talk about how I’m building a reading list to stay apprised on the latest & greatest sci-fi novels being published. I also talk a bit about how, for me at least, social media is largely a waste of time. Links Get a free 30 day trial of Audible with my affiliate link. Check out my Guide to Novel Formatting in Word. Follow me on Mastodon! Join my Book Club. Support the show. Join my Discord server. Call My Voicemail: 951-465-5391 Come watch Star Trek with me on my Discord server! Fridays at 6pm Pacific ..read more

I finally broke down and wrote a two-page synopsis of my novel, and guess what? It wasn’t nearly as bad as I thought it would be! I know, you’re shocked. Things not being as bad as we think seems to be a recurring theme on this show, doesn’t it? I also give my rankings of the various Star Trek shows and movies. Links Get a free 30 day trial of Audible with my affiliate link. Check out my Guide to Novel Formatting in Word. Follow me on Mastodon! Join my Book Club. Article on Writing a Novel Synopsis Support the show. Join my Discord server. Call My Voicemail: 951-465-5391 ..read more

This week I talk about my experiences querying agents so far, and I’ve got some good news for you! It’s not nearly as bad as a lot of people make it sound. You’ve got this! Links Get a free 30 day trial of Audible with my affiliate link. Check out my Guide to Novel Formatting in Word. Follow me on Mastodon! Query Shark blog. QueryTracker online tool. Support the show. Join my Discord server. Call My Voicemail: 951-465-5391 ..read more

I’ve received my first form rejection from a literary agent! This is an important milestone in my journey as a writer. I ponder its importance, and I also talk a bit why short sentences are an important tool in your writer’s toolbox. Links Get a free 30 day trial of Audible with my affiliate link. Get 10% off your next purchase at Metallic Dice Games. Check out my Guide to Novel Formatting in Word Follow me on Mastodon! Join my Book Club. Query Shark blog. QueryTracker online tool. Support the show. Join my Discord server. Call My Voicemail: 951-465-5391 ..read more

I kick off season 4 with a discussion of using simple sentences in writing. I also talk about my experiences so far querying agents and give an update on my novels. Links Get a free 30 day trial of Audible with my affiliate link. Get 10% off your next purchase at Metallic Dice Games. Check out my Guide to Novel Formatting in Word Follow me on Mastodon! Join my Book Club. Query Shark blog. SFWA article on Writing Queries & Summaries. QueryTracker online tool. Support the show. Join my Discord server. Call My Voicemail: 951-465-5391 ..read more

A couple companies that scam writers are being promoted by NaNoWriMo. I take this opportunity to discuss how, as writers, we need to be wary of con artists and others looking to exploit our hard work for their own ends. Links Get a free 30 day trial of Audible with my affiliate link. Get 10% off your next purchase at Metallic Dice Games. Check out my Guide to Novel Formatting in Word Follow me on Mastodon! Join my Book Club. Episode on Finding the Right Writing Goal for You. Episode on Why NaNoWriMo Isn’t a Good Fit for Many Writers. Writer Beware. Article on New Degree Press. Article on Inkit ..read more

Today I discuss what I find difficult and easy about drafting and revising. I find there are aspects to each that I love, and aspects of each that are more challenging. I also talk a little about journaling my journey as a writer. Links Get 10% off your next purchase at Metallic Dice Games. Get a free 30 day trial of Audible with my affiliate link. Manuscript Format Blog Post. Become a Beta Reader! Check out my Guide to Novel Formatting in Word Query Shark blog Follow me on Mastodon! Join my Book Club. Episode on Finding the Right Writing Goal for You. Support the show. Join my Discord server ..read more

I’ve finished the 4th and 5th drafts of Critical Balance. I talk about my struggles and journey with these two drafts, and I share some of the changes I made. I also discuss my thoughts about, and struggles with, my word count through the revision process. Finally I wonder about the odds of getting published that are often floated around. There are many commonly-made mistakes that are actually easy to avoid. How much does avoiding those mistakes improve your chances? Links Get a free 30 day trial of Audible with my affiliate link. Manuscript Format Blog Post. Become a Beta Reader! Check out my ..read more

This week I give an update on my progress and talk a bit about how managing the flow of information to the reader may be the most challenging aspect of writing a novel. Links Get a free 30 day trial of Audible with my affiliate link. Manuscript Format Blog Post. Become a Beta Reader! Check out my Guide to Novel Formatting in Word Query Shark blog Support the show. Join my Discord server. Call My Voicemail: 951-465-5391 ..read more