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How to Pitch a non-fiction book to a publisher

In my last post, Writing for Magazines, I discussed how writers could branch out into non-fiction, even if they usually write fiction. Many of us … How to Pitch a non-fiction book to a publisher

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Happy . . . Unhappy Opposite Day?

It’s Not Opposite Day.  Don’t enjoy it.  I have not been waiting years for this to land on a Sunday.

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Science Fiction: What is it?

Hi, gang. 👋🏼 Craig with you again for some more science fiction. We broke down the old formats of hard science fiction and soft science fiction. … Science Fiction: What is it?

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Happy Winnie the Pooh Day!

Today is National Winnie the Pooh Day because it’s also A.A. Milne’s birthday.  I was thinking of what to post for it since I remember watching the Disney movie of Pooh Bear a lot as a kid.  I even had … Continue reading

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Kind of a Plan For 2026

So, what are the 2026 plans, goals, whatever, I don’t know: Finish writing Darwin & the Joy Path. Maybe start writing Darwin & the Hejinn Queen. Really should finish the ‘Phi Beta Files’ outlines. Support son passing 11th grade. Help son prepare … Continue reading

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Happy 2026!

Pretty sure we’re all trying to wake up and some of us are hungover.  Happy New Year!

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Happy New Year!

The title says it all.  Thought, I’d have more to say, but I just hope everyone is happy and healthy.  See you in 2026!

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Review of 2025

Well, here we are at the end of the year.  Can’t say this was a stellar year since a lot of things went wrong.  Some of the stuff I can’t get into on a public forum.  I was hoping those … Continue reading

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National Chocolate Candy Day

Today isn’t about vanilla.  It’s about chocolate.  For those who can enjoy it, I hope you can get a bite.  For those who can’t, I hope you can find a tasty substitute and share in the joy of the day.  … Continue reading

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Planning The Escape

Phil– “I have a question.” Eric– “We’re about to start the plan and now you have a question?” Phil– “It’s a simple one about timing.” Eric– “Fine.” Phil– “Why are we doing this the day after Christmas instead of right … Continue reading

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