The Six Train Entertains Me While Grandma H Reads Minds
Despite my Type-A nature, I carry a wee bit of sloth. In terms of blogging, this means I post only once a week. As such, other…
Read articleDear Mr. Stephen King, I Read You Differently Now
Whether you enjoy Stephen King’s books or not, his gift for storytelling is tough to deny. Over the years, I have devoured many of his novels,…
Read articlePantsers, Outliners, And Chapter One Paralysis
Many of you have heard the terms outliner vs. pantser when it comes to writing fiction. Pantsers are those who write by the seat of their…
Read articleTwo Winners And A Rorschach Test
Two things to cover today: winners and books. I. Drum roll, Please! I’d like to announce the winners of my March giveaway. Thank you to everyone who…
Read article15 Steps For Dealing With A Bad Book Review
It was only a matter of time. One cannot enjoy 4- and 5-star reviews indefinitely. Yep, I gotta a two-er. A big, fat, stinky two-er. And…
Read articleStop, Mr. Chauvinist, You’re Making My Eyes Roll
Today I’d like to share some riveting prose. But warning, you might throw up a little in your mouth. Featured Prose: “…but the body beneath the…
Read articleDr. J’s Life Lesson And How To Do A Goodreads Book Giveaway
Today’s post comes in two flavors. The first tastes of generality and should appeal to all. The second carries a hint of specificity and should interest…
Read articleShort And–Well, Short Anyway
It’s New Year’s Eve day. You have better things to do than hang around here, so I’ll keep it brief. Two things: 1. Joanna Rocks Author…
Read articleCopyright 101
The topic today is copyright. Oh, I know what you’re thinking: “If only she’d write about something more fun.” Well, if ifs and buts were candy…
Read articleBook Signing Tips The Experts Don’t Tell You
Within five days, I experienced two book signings and a phone interview, which, for an awkward introvert, is like experiencing a colonoscopy, a non-anesthetized tooth extraction,…
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