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Sleeper of the Wildwood Fugue Cover Teaser

So this is part of the cover for SLEEPER OF THE WILDWOOD FUGUE.  Jason will be doing the final touches today, so expect the ‘Book is Live!’ email tomorrow.  Always willing to take more volunteers for this.  I’ll make a … Continue reading

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What Is A Successful Author?

Back in a post, Shawn from Down Home Thoughts had the following comment: “So is an author a successful writer? You might play off the shades of meaning between the two. I tend to see authors as published and successful … Continue reading

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Hold The Silver Lining

Search for the spark That makes you smile Within the agonizing darkness Grip happiness Whenever it comes in reach For it can be fleeting Hunt for the raindrop That is warm and soothing Among the swarm of icy tears Many … Continue reading

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Spring Break, Passover, and Sleeper News

Let’s get the big thing out of the way.  I know there are people waiting for the Cover Reveal and I sincerely apologize for the delay.  At this point, that thing may turn into a ‘BOOK IS LIVE!’ post because … Continue reading

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The City of Bor’Daruk

Originally posted on November 24, 2013 Upon the desert shore Where ocean breeze meets heat Sending sand along the street Dunes forming in the corners That go unnoticed By the bustling crowds Unburdened by their home Stand upon the high … Continue reading

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Sleeper of the Wildwood Fugue

A call weaving through the trees Tempting all who hear Urging them to wander Braving the misty forest Where only the road is safe The sleeper sings and cries Begging for release Trapped within dreams That may never end Until … Continue reading

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On the Eve of ‘Sleeper of the Wildwood Fugue’ Hype Week

I just realized that my next book, LEGENDS OF WINDEMERE: SLEEPER OF THE WILDWOOD FUGUE, is getting its full week of hype/related posts this week.  My HOPE is that I have the book go live on Friday, but it might … Continue reading

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Acts of a Story

I’m slowly outlining a series where every book has a 4 Act structure.  It’s rather defined too with a ‘mini-climax’ occurring at the end of each section.  This has been the style for this series for a while, but I’m … Continue reading

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Pizza Time!

I have to admit that this picture always creeps me out for some reason.  Still, I definitely feel like this for some reason.  Less blood (and hair), but I shouldn’t be allowed near volcanoes because I’d probably topple in from … Continue reading

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So you want to use Elemental magic in your story?

Last week I talked about elements in fiction. Today, I’ll make that helpful . . . entertaining . . . I promised a list, so I’m going to do it. Don’t say I never deliver even if the end result … Continue reading

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