I’m a contracted author, which means my blog can no longer be simply an online journal. It needs purpose now, vision, poise, and professionalism, right? With a touch of humanness, of course. Many different words of advice have gone out about fiction authors blogging, or just blogging in general: Don’t… Continue reading
Happy Anniversary, Marcher Lord Press! Today is the fifth anniversary of my publisher, hurray! To celebrate, there are giveaways here (ends tonight) and here! (hosted by MLP author, Morgan L. Busse.) Not to mention a 25% discount on the entire MLP library (except the newly released Amish Vampires in Space, by Kerry Nietz)… Continue reading
The fifth perk I listed in the 9 Perks to Being an Author was DELICIOUS SNACKS AND DRINKS: “Searching the world for the perfect chai latte recipe, is crucial to my productivity and also part of my job.” . Chocolate, potato chips, coffee, fresh baked cookies, Nutella…if only authors received supernatural metabolism increase to accompany… Continue reading
The fourth perk I listed in the 9 Perks to Being an Author was COMFORT: “Being comfortable on the other side of my computer, whether that means in pajamas or my favorite summer dress, is part of my job.” . Comfort can come in many different ways. As a full-time author and editor, I… Continue reading
The third perk I listed in the 9 Perks to Being an Author was DECORATING: “Decorating my writing room with birdhouses, plants, quotes, pictures, and whatever I deem “inspirational” helps with my productivity and imagination; therefore, it is also part of my job.” . I find most inspiration through visuals. Experiential visuals are preferred—traipsing… Continue reading
Every new generation seems to come with an explosion in the world of fiction. Three generations ago, Lord of the Rings transformed people’s imaginations and started changing lives. A generation later, came Star Wars. Then my generation received Harry Potter. In all honesty, my life and imagination would not be… Continue reading
The second perk I listed in the 9 Perks to Being an Author was READING: “Reading any books—in any genres (but mainly speculative fiction)—is market research, of course, so it’s part of my “job”. (And dressing in corresponding costumes is encouraged.) . I’m a compulsive reader. If there are words, I will read them—billboards (though… Continue reading
The first perk I listed in the 9 Perks to Being an Author was WRITING: “Sitting down to weave my imagination into coherent words is not only allowed and fun, but is also the main part of my “job” as an author.” . I learned to write my alphabet with a fountain pen. Perhaps… Continue reading
