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Genre fiction satisfies my need for escape and entertainment. Of course, I generally read in three or four genres, but it might surprise you to learn I don’t write in the same genres I read. Or at least, I didn’t. Remember, I’m on a quest this year to rest and refill my creative well. While …
During this season of rest, I’ve been experimenting writing various genres, hoping something will incite my passion for writing once more. This exercise revealed a few truths; the first: genre is a rock bent on stubbing my writing muscles. I already knew this. I learned it in various ways: Creating a brand for my website …
Eight stories that span the imagination, recreating Biblical events into dark tales featuring young adult heroes. Month9Books released their charity anthology on October 25, 2016. All the authors cite the “inspiration” for their retelling of common and obscure Bible stories. Two of the stories are more allegorical as opposed to straight retellings. With the exception …
The awesome J. Keller Ford joins us today to talk about her first novel, In the Shadow of the Dragon King. I’m beyond thrilled to host Ms. Ford because she is more than a fellow writer. She’s a friend (even though we’ve never met in person) who helped me place my first published fiction. We’ve …
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My author friend J. Keller Ford releases her debut novel today. Dragon fans and fans of young adult adventure won’t want to miss In the Shadow of the Dragon King. Ms. Ford and I are more than writing acquaintances. More than Facebook friends. I’ve actually spoken to her on the telephone about her beta comments …
Magical realms call to me. You know it. You’ve seen what I like to read – and write. It’s no surprise that Becky Wallace’s The Storyspinner has been on my Goodreads to be read list for many months. In fact, each time I see the cover and read the blurb, I want to open the …
If you’re looking for a unique fantasy series, look no further. Well, you have to wait until April for the second book in this one, but if you haven’t read NOBODY’S GODDESS, you should certainly do that this weekend. Today Amy McNulty and Month9Books are revealing the cover and first chapter for NOBODY’S LADY! Book 2 …
Since April 2015, I have been holding a secret close to my chest. Finally, the news is public. I have a young adult fantasy story being published! Yes! This is one step closer to my dream of being Rick Riordan’s female clone. The unfortunate part about keeping this news secret: it didn’t feel real. Which …
Fantasy novels entice me. As you know, I’ve learned that novels of epic scope aren’t really my cup of coffee. Novels with an epic premise or story? That would be Eye of the Soul by Terri Rochenski. I was introduced to the writing of Rochenski through an anthology I bought to support one of my …
I discovered two series earlier this year that had several books in them. I devoured both of them and was eagerly awaiting the next book in both. Melissa Haag released her fourth book just to quench my thirst. Or maybe it isn’t just about me. Either way, I happily pre-ordered the book, anxious to see …